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Afternoon Briefing

Friday, November 14, 2025

Good afternoon, Chicago.

The three major candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in March each used a union forum last night to pledge their fealty to organized labor and vowed to hold President Donald Trump accountable if elected.

Speaking at an event hosted by the Illinois AFL-CIO and the Chicago Federation of Labor, Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly each blamed Trump for voter concerns over affordability, a winning strategy among Democrats in off-year elections nationally earlier this month.

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Authorities identified a body recovered in Lake Michigan in April 1988 as Dorothy Glanton, 71, of Chicago. (Michigan State Police)
Authorities identified a body recovered in Lake Michigan in April 1988 as Dorothy Glanton, 71, of Chicago. (Michigan State Police)

Body found 40 years ago along Lake Michigan identified this week as missing Chicago woman

Using DNA evidence, authorities have identified a body recovered along the shoreline of Lake Michigan near New Buffalo, Michigan, in April 1988 as Dorothy Glanton, 71, of Chicago, the Michigan State Police announced this week.

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Yard House, set to open in Naperville's Block 59 development on Nov. 23, is known for its lineup of more than 90 draft beers and seasonal beer selections. (Yard House)
Yard House, set to open in Naperville's Block 59 development on Nov. 23, is known for its lineup of more than 90 draft beers and seasonal beer selections. (Yard House)

Restaurant scene at Naperville’s Block 59 expands with three November openings

Shopping and dining options are increasing this month at Naperville’s Block 59 with three new restaurants scheduled to open before Thanksgiving.

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Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throws a pass for a first down to wide receiver Rome Odunze as Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman defends in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 8, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throws a pass for a first down to wide receiver Rome Odunze as Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman defends in the first quarter at Soldier Field on Sept. 8, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

5 things to watch in the Chicago Bears-Minnesota Vikings game — plus our Week 11 predictions

The Bears (6-3) are on a two-game winning streak while the Vikings (4-5) have lost three of the last four. But the Vikings are 2-0 in the NFC North — the best record in the division — while the Bears are 0-2. So the stakes are high.

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Bassist Laura Lee Ochoa of Khruangbin performs at Metro in Chicago on Nov. 13, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Review: Khruangbin celebrates ‘Universe Smiles Upon You’ at Metro

The beloved psych-rock band has been on the road celebrating 10 years since the release of its debut album, “The Universe Smiles Upon You.” It’s also celebrating the release of its latest record, “The Universe Smiles Upon You II.”

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Andrea Steinbrenner receives an IV infusion at Pure Alchemy Wellness, Nov. 11, 2025, in Chula Vista, Calif. (AP Photo/Javier Arciga)

The trend of unproven peptides is spreading through influencers and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. allies

More Americans are injecting themselves with unapproved chemicals that are pitched as ways to build muscle, rejuvenate skin and extend life, the latest example of the nation’s fascination with alternative therapies and wellness hacks.

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