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A judge dismissed two weapons charges today against Drew Peterson, meaning that he does not face any current criminal charges. (AP)
Judge dismisses weapons charges against Peterson Will County Judge Richard Schoenstedt dismissed two weapons charges against Drew Peterson today after prosecutors refused to turn over police documents sought by Peterson’s defense team. This means Peterson — a suspect in the disappearance of his fourth wife, Stacy Peterson — does not face any current criminal charges.
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Metro & Tri-state Daley lands on O'Hare's new runway
A triumphant Mayor Daley landed Thursday on the first new runway built at O’Hare Airport in 37 years and vowed full speed ahead on O’Hare expansion — even though major airlines are refusing to finance it. "This is all about the future, not the present… If your business thinks for the future, you’ll be around. If you don’t think of the future, these businesses will not be around. These businesses are thinking for the future," Daley said.
Tollway board gives green light to carpool lanes Angels fire still 'very emotional' Judge dismisses weapons charges against Peterson Westmont man killed after dispute with son Former cop says he ran porn business Man dies in Stevenson rollover Illinois unemployment climbs to 7.3% Gas not the only price that's plunging Gay school dispute isn't over Report shows cocaine in dead teacher's system Judge: Federal subpoenas must be made public Not all like plan to add seats at elite CPS school Wish comes true for 7-year old 'officer'

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44: Barack Obama Inauguration crowd estimate soars to 5M Daley mum on Emanuel seat Napolitano eyed for Homeland Security job Napolitano no stranger to scandal Axelrod named Obama White House aide Local Politics Judge: Federal subpoenas must be made public Angels fire still 'very emotional' Sen. John Cullerton wins state Senate presidency City Council passes Daley's 2009 budget Nation Dems are postponing crucial vote on auto bailout U.S. kills GI's murderer — on Veterans Day Inmates, Princeton students play chess Puppy cam taking Internet by storm 2.9-million ballot recount starts in Minn. Teen charged with immigrant's hate murder World Somali piracy on the rise Flight attendant helps land plane Whites-only party poised to gain in Britain Student dies of heart attack in Haiti school panic Many linking Japan stabbings to pension scandal China to overhaul dairy industry
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SHOPPING: Cosmetics Giving cosmetic gift sets for the holidays Expert: Half of retailers facing crisis in 2009 Face your age Blog: This week's sales Complete coverage: Shopping
Obama in transition Photos: Obama in transition Daley mum on Emanuel seat Napolitano eyed for Homeland Security job Our 1st black attorney general? Complete Obama coverage
TRAVEL: Safari Safarigoers catch awesome sights Mexico for $19.57? Holiday travel expected to decline this year Blog: Travel with Lori Rackl More in Travel
Sports Commentary: Raise athletic standards at Notre Dame Neil Hayes: 'A win is a win.'' That sentiment was expressed by several players after Notre Dame's 27-21 victory over Navy last week. It's an understandable sentiment, but at some point, however, players and coaches must hold themselves to a higher standard.

Turnovers, running game explain Illini slide Big stats, big year for Cards' Wenger ND seniors took a leap of faith Coble leads NU, but gets help Vanderbilt to test Illini

Agent: White Sox deal with Viciedo all but official White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen might want to start thinking of another nickname for yet another Cuban player on his team because it appears Alexei "The Cuban Missile" Ramirez is about to get some company. As first reported by the Sun-Times this month, the Sox were the favorites to land 19-year-old Cuban defector Dayan Viciedo, and according to agent Jaime Torres on Thursday, they have all but done so.

Frustrated Hester stumbles from swagger to stagger The surest sign Devin Hester doesn't have his edge as a return man can be found in opponents' game plans. They're kicking to him these days without fear of reprisal.

Vote: Why doesn't Hester have a TD return? Metcalf returns from suspension Pacman reinstated by Goodell St. Louis PD: Haslett's challenge Biggs' Blog: Contracts not the problem Betting lines Fantasy: Roles rockin' at RB Sayers: Hester looks scared


YourSeason.com Charlie's in charge This weekend's spotlight games Steve Tucker's preps notebook Football Frustrated Hester stumbles from swagger to stagger Pacman reinstated by Goodell Colleges Commentary: Raise athletic standards at Notre Dame Coble leads Wildcats, but he's not alone Vanderbilt to test Illini -- namely McCamey, Davis Bulls Pain in Portland: Blazers blast Bulls by 42 points bulls notes Blackhawks Blackhawks' Byfuglein a surprise scratch as trade rumors swirl Hawks' Johnson quite an addition Blackhawks pull trigger on rare shootout victory Wolves Wolves get scare after 5-goal run Wolves' five-game win streak crunched Turple shines in shootout Cubs With Dempster on board, Cubs turn to lefty help Ryan Dempster reaches new deal with Cubs Mark Cuban sued by SEC for insider trading Cubs to play at new Yankee Stadium in April Kerry Wood, you're a Chicagoan -- for life White Sox Agent: White Sox deal with Viciedo all but official Sox leave Tucson for Glendale White Sox make Phoenix new spring training home Quentin: All's good on the wrist watch Trade to Yankees makes Swish a New York Nick Fire Crew comes back to knock out Fire Crew beat Fire to reach MLS Cup Horse Racing 27 horses killed in Ky. blaze Horse racing schedule




Don't be a turkey Our guide to Thanksgiving Chicago Sun-Times Sure, you can just show up at Mom's and stuff yourself silly. But there's more to this holiday than turkey (and more than one place to get it, should Mom's run a little dry). Not a cooker? Our restaurant alternatives Be a pro: Turkey cooking classes Where to lend a helping hand Bar specials on Thanksgiving Eve Slice and dice: City's best pumpkin pies



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Lifestyles Giving cosmetic gift sets for the holidays Jessica Sedgwick: What do you get for the girly-girl who loves all things makeup, skin and hair? How about a special holiday gift set that only comes around once a year and is filled with the best little products each brand has to offer? Whether it's a co-worker in an awkward "Secret Santa" situation or a friend who loves to try out new things, a holiday set could be an easy hit.
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Entertainment John Legend's new sound shows he's an 'Evolver' John Legend is that rare R&B/pop star whose success is measured in album and ticket sales rather than airplay. “I haven’t been a big singles artist, but when I do concerts, the people who buy my album want to hear all the tracks that never got played on the radio,” he says. “So we try to give them as much as we can in the show,” like his Chicago performances tonight at Friday.


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Books Pensions frozen at Random House, Inc. 'Real Sex' with photos of real couples Missionary loses his religion in Brazilian jungle Classical Wilco drummer, classical collaboration rises above Stage Familiarity breeds love for 'Porgy' Broadway in Chicago 2009 tickets on sale this week Theater listings Galleries

People Miley Cyrus in diva mode over Justin Gaston Jennifer Hudson won’t perform at Star Plaza Publicist: Hilton, Madden split Michael Jackson to testify in London Ben Affleck visits Congo Television Vampire fascination makes HBO's 'True Blood' a hit 'Wheel of Fortune,' 'Jeopardy!' are winners beyond TV Music John Legend's new sound shows he's an 'Evolver' What's 25 years? ’70s icon JD Souther returns Chicago Music Will Rise Against be the next big Chicago band? Corgan lightens it up for 2nd homecoming show Wilco drummer, classical collaboration rises above Dining Bruno's quick bites Pat pourri Movies Fans flock to 'Twilight' premiere 'Borat' star cons his way into 'Medium' shoot Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman sizzle on set of 'Australia' 'Dreamgirls' tour to launch at the Apollo


Business Dems are postponing crucial vote on auto bailout Democratic leaders in Congress sidetracked legislation to bail out the auto industry Thursday and demanded the Big Three develop a plan assuring the money would make them economically viable. ''Until they show us the plan, we cannot show them the money,'' Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said at a hastily called news conference in the Capitol. She and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., said Congress would return to work in early December to vote on legislation.


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