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Also: the world's best female basketball player sheds light on US/Russia relations.

NYC study looked at average work weeks and commute times.

The rescue pup also plays with a pool toy and does tricks for food. 

Joseph Limas drives a decked-out motorcycle around the city in support of Jesus "Chuy" Garcia.

One Yelper imagines a world without bridges.

Suspicious white patches have cropped up on lawns. Looks like spider webs, but it's really snow mold.

The first batch of permits worked its way through the City Council this month.

There's a 20 percent chance of rain mixed with snow falling Thursday night.

Also: Aldi's makeover and what NOT to do in Ikea...

Locals flocked outside to do what Chicagoans do best: eat and drink.

Things we are reading while counting down the minutes until we're outside.

The Soldier Field shows will be part of a documentary the director is filming about the band. 

The enigmatic rapper from Chicago told French television he will receive the SAIC degree in May. 

This weather is amazing and this lion knows what's up.