Today’s Headlines for Wednesday, March 17
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9:11 AM CDT on March 17, 2021
- Chicago sets April 19 return date for high school students (Block Club)
- “Weakened” clear air ordinance moves forward — with no support from environmental groups (Block Club)
- Red Line service disrupted after man stabbed on Near South Side; victim is in good condition (CBS)
- Logan Square church is offering micro-grants for community improvement projects (Block Club)
- 105-year-old home at 5642 N. Ashland would be would be 3rd teardown on its block (Block Club)
- Metra-friendly Ravinia venue announces return of concerts this summer (Sun-Times)
- After nearing a deal for probation, ‘serial stowaway’ is arrested again at O’Hare (Tribune)
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