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After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next

After Trump’s Iran ultimatum and a fragile ceasefire, Iranian Americans brace for what’s next

Iranian Americans are experiencing uncertainty as the Trump administration imposes deadlines and intermediaries seek paths to avoid escalation of the war in Iran

Magic beat Timberwolves 132-120 as Paolo Banchero scores 20 and Orlando wins 4th straight

Magic beat Timberwolves 132-120 as Paolo Banchero scores 20 and Orlando wins 4th straight

Paolo Banchero had 20 points and eight rebounds, Desmond Bane added 18 points and six assists and the Orlando Magic beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 132-120

NBA roundup: Wolves down Pacers, subsequently clinch playoff berth

NBA roundup: Wolves down Pacers, subsequently clinch playoff berth

Ayo Dosunmu scored 24 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a three-game losing streak with a 124-104 win over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday in Indianapolis.

Barbara O'Connor Passes Away at 101, Leaves Legacy of Community Involvement

Barbara O'Connor Passes Away at 101, Leaves Legacy of Community Involvement

Barbara M. O'Connor, a long-time resident of LaGrange Park, Illinois, passed away on April 1, 2026, at the age of 101. Born in Chicago, O'Connor had a rich life marked by her roles as a daughter, student, executive assistant, and homemaker. She was married to the late James E. O'Connor for 47 years and was a mother to five children, grandmother to 18, and great-grandmother to 26. O'Connor was known for her active participation in community and church activities, including hosting social events and leading various committees. Her funeral services are scheduled to be held at St. Cletus Church in La Grange, with a visitation on April 10th. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Plymouth Place in La Grange Park or St. Cletus Church.

MLB roundup: Jays salvage finale of World Series rematch with Dodgers

MLB roundup: Jays salvage finale of World Series rematch with Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays scored the go-ahead run in the eighth inning on an error Wednesday afternoon and went on to defeat the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3.

MLB roundup: Paul Skenes' pitching gem carries Pirates past Padres

MLB roundup: Paul Skenes' pitching gem carries Pirates past Padres

Oneil Cruz and Nick Gonzales each had clutch two-run hits to back up a gem by Paul Skenes and propel the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. Skenes (2-1) carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning before allowing a one-out single by Fernando Tatis Jr.

Factbox-Airlines cancel flights amid Middle East conflict

Factbox-Airlines cancel flights amid Middle East conflict

April 9 (Reuters) - Global air travel remains severely disrupted, with many people unable to fly as planned to destinations after the Iran war forced the closure of major Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi.

Dorothy A. Chodak Passes Away at 95 in Greenwood, Indiana

Dorothy A. Chodak Passes Away at 95 in Greenwood, Indiana

Dorothy A. Chodak, a 95-year-old originally from Chicago, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Greenwood, Indiana. She is survived by her children, Nanette Dumm and Nancy Lindsay, her brother Raymond Komperda, five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Chodak, and her son, Wayne Chodak. Her funeral arrangements are being handled by Wilson St. Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, Greenwood Chapel, in Greenwood, Indiana.

MLB roundup: Dodgers sock 5 homers in World Series rematch with Jays

MLB roundup: Dodgers sock 5 homers in World Series rematch with Jays

Dalton Rushing had two home runs among his four hits Monday night and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers went deep five times while defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 14-2.

Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeup

Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeup

The Chicago Bulls fired executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley, ending a six-year run that produced just one playoff appearance

Today in White Sox History: April 7

Today in White Sox History: April 7

The South Siders sign hippie infielder Tony La Russa

Marilyn Picchietti's Passing and Memorial Services Announced

Marilyn Picchietti's Passing and Memorial Services Announced

Marilyn J. Picchietti, aged 88, passed away on April 3, 2026. She was a respected member of her community, having attended St. Priscilla Elementary School and Immaculate High School. Marilyn earned a liberal arts scholarship to Mundelein College, where she was actively involved in the National Scholastic Activity Honor Society, the Society of Catholic Women College, and Kappa Gamma Pi. Her life was marked by compassion and devotion, and she was the cherished daughter of the late Louis and Florence Picchietti. Visitation for Marilyn will be held at St Priscilla Catholic Church in Chicago on April 8, 2026, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Committal and interment will take place at St Joseph Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleums in River Grove, Illinois.