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Chicago TribuneSaturday, 25 April 2026
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HE’S ‘OBSESSED WITH FOOTBALL’
A narrower draft board led Bears to Dillon Thieneman, an Oregon safety who plays with ‘violent’ exuberance
The paper leads with a highly localized, optimistic sports story, focusing on the character and passion of a newly drafted player for the city's NFL franchise.
The Chicago Bears made a high-profile selection in the NFL Draft. In a major sports market like Chicago, the local paper traditionally dedicates significant front-page real estate to new franchise players.
“'violent' exuberance”
“Locally invested and factual”
Alleged ‘alliance’ with feds draws ire
O’Neill Burke’s office failed to prosecute blitz misdeeds, civil rights attorneys argue
Frames a local prosecutor's actions through the critical lens of civil rights attorneys alleging improper cooperation with federal agencies.
CTA breaks ground on Red Line Extension
Coverage of a long-awaited major public works project, noting both its ceremonial launch and its intent to address historical transit inequities.
DOJ drops prosecution of Fed chair
Move clears way for vote on Powell’s potential successor
Provides straightforward, factual reporting on a national political development regarding the Federal Reserve leadership.
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