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Thanksgiving travelers pass though Terminal 2 at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Chicago.  (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Thanksgiving travelers pass though Terminal 2 at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)   (Associated Press)
Matt Miles of Syracuse, N.Y. solves his Rubik's Cube puzzle as his family, father Kevin, left, sister Erin, mother Maureen and brother Braden, unseen wait to catch Amtrak's California Zypher to Omaha, Neb. to visit family, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. The Miles family, like many travelers are...
Matt Miles of Syracuse, N.Y. solves his Rubik's Cube puzzle as his family, father Kevin, left, sister Erin, mother Maureen and brother Braden, unseen wait to catch Amtrak's California Zypher to Omaha,...   (Associated Press)
Holiday travelers wait for their trains at the Union Station Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. Many travelers are forgoing air travel and taking alternate modes of transportation this holiday season to save money due to the soft economy. (AP Photo/(M. Spencer Green)
Holiday travelers wait for their trains at the Union Station Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. Many travelers are forgoing air travel and taking alternate modes of transportation this holiday season...   (Associated Press)
Holiday travelers wait for their trains at the Union Station Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. Many travelers are forgoing air travel and taking alternate modes of transportation this holiday season to save money due to the soft economy. (AP Photo/(M. Spencer Green)
Holiday travelers wait for their trains at the Union Station Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. Many travelers are forgoing air travel and taking alternate modes of transportation this holiday season...   (Associated Press)
Holiday travelers wait for their trains at the Union Station Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. Many travelers are forgoing air travel and taking alternate modes of transportation this holiday season to save money due to the soft economy. (AP Photo/(M. Spencer Green)
Holiday travelers wait for their trains at the Union Station Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, in Chicago. Many travelers are forgoing air travel and taking alternate modes of transportation this holiday season...   (Associated Press)
Thanksgiving traveler Jason Ginsberg from Chicago talks on his cell phone before checking in for his flight to New York City in Terminal 2 at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Chicago.  (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Thanksgiving traveler Jason Ginsberg from Chicago talks on his cell phone before checking in for his flight to New York City in Terminal 2 at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Chicago....   (Associated Press)
Thanksgiving travelers pass though baggage claim in Terminal 3 at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Thanksgiving travelers pass though baggage claim in Terminal 3 at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)   (Associated Press)
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of first lady Michelle Obama's childhood home. (AP Photo/Chicago Botanic Garden)
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of first lady Michelle Obama's childhood home. (AP Photo/Chicago Botanic Garden)   (Associated Press)
This Nov. 24,2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the Obama  family home in Hyde Park. (AP Photo/Chicago Botanic Garden)
This Nov. 24,2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the Obama family home in Hyde Park. (AP Photo/Chicago Botanic Garden)   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Feb. 17, 2003 photo taken from a security camera video and provided by the Chicago Police Department, an unidentified Chicago police officer tries to drag people to safety from a stack of people jammed into the bottom of a crowded staircase at the E2 nightclub where...
FILE - In this Feb. 17, 2003 photo taken from a security camera video and provided by the Chicago Police Department, an unidentified Chicago police officer tries to drag people to safety from a stack...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Dec. 19, 2005 file photo, Dwain Kyles, a co-owner of the E2 nightclub where a 2003 stampede killed 21 persons, talks with reporters after a court appearance in Chicago.  On Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, a judge sentenced Kyles and and co-owner Calvin Hollins to two years...
FILE - In this Dec. 19, 2005 file photo, Dwain Kyles, a co-owner of the E2 nightclub where a 2003 stampede killed 21 persons, talks with reporters after a court appearance in Chicago. On Tuesday, Nov....   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Feb. 1, 2004 file photo, Calvin Hollins, co-owner of the E2 nightclub on Chicago's South Side where 21 people were killed during a stampede in 2003, speaks with reporters outside Cook County Housing Court in Chicago. On Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, a judge sentenced Hollins and...
FILE - In this Feb. 1, 2004 file photo, Calvin Hollins, co-owner of the E2 nightclub on Chicago's South Side where 21 people were killed during a stampede in 2003, speaks with reporters outside Cook County...   (Associated Press)
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the house in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. The 2-foot-tall model, made from plant material by Paul Busse, is new this year to the garden's annual Wonderland  Express holiday train show. (AP Photo/Chicago Botanic Garden)
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the house in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood. The 2-foot-tall model, made from plant material by Paul Busse, is new this...   (Associated Press)
In this photo taken Nov. 20, 2009 and released by Harpo Productions, Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey, right, talks with Vicky Kennedy, wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, in her first television interview since her husband's passing during taping of
In this photo taken Nov. 20, 2009 and released by Harpo Productions, Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey, right, talks with Vicky Kennedy, wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, in her first television...   (Associated Press)
Crown Beer Portfolio.  (PRNewsFoto/Crown Imports)
Crown Beer Portfolio. (PRNewsFoto/Crown Imports)   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Feb. 27, 2009 file photo, Jerry Mulvihill, second from left, of Alsip, Ill., talks with car salesman Gerardo Rangel at the Apple Chevrolet dealership in Orland Park, Ill.
FILE - In this Feb. 27, 2009 file photo, Jerry Mulvihill, second from left, of Alsip, Ill., talks with car salesman Gerardo Rangel at the Apple Chevrolet dealership in Orland Park, Ill. "The Big Three...   (Associated Press)
Introducing Petrol, an innovative new dog treat beverage available now in 12 oz. Rexam SLEEK(TM) cans.  (PRNewsFoto/Rexam)
Introducing Petrol, an innovative new dog treat beverage available now in 12 oz. Rexam SLEEK(TM) cans. (PRNewsFoto/Rexam)   (Associated Press)
This 2008 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows visitors watching a train pass by a model of the Bahai House at the garden's annual Wonderland Express holiday train show. (AP Photo/Chicago Botanic Garden, Robin Carlson)
This 2008 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows visitors watching a train pass by a model of the Bahai House at the garden's annual Wonderland Express holiday train show. (AP Photo/Chicago...   (Associated Press)
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the house in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood where the Obama family lived before moving into the White House. The 2-foot-tall model, made from plant material by Paul Busse, is new this year to the garden's annual Wonderland...
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the house in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood where the Obama family lived before moving into the White House. The 2-foot-tall...   (Associated Press)
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the house in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood where the Obama family lived before moving into the White House. The 2-foot-tall model, made from plant material by Paul Busse, is new this year to the garden's annual Wonderland...
This November 2009 photo supplied by the Chicago Botanic Garden shows a model of the house in Chicago's Kenwood neighborhood where the Obama family lived before moving into the White House. The 2-foot-tall...   (Associated Press)
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FILE - In this July 10, 2009, file photo, St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a solo home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, at Wrigley Field in Chicago. Pujols was unanimously voted National League MVP on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, becoming the...
FILE - In this July 10, 2009, file photo, St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a solo home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, at Wrigley Field in Chicago. Pujols...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng, center, goes for a reverse layup between Portland Trail Blazers' Martell Webster, right, and Greg Oden during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Deng scored 25 points as they lost to the Blazers 122-98.  (AP Photo/Don...
Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng, center, goes for a reverse layup between Portland Trail Blazers' Martell Webster, right, and Greg Oden during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland,...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bulls guard John Salmons, left, reaches in on Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.  Roy scored 18 points and Salmons scored 22 as the Blazers beat the Bulls 122-98.  (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Chicago Bulls guard John Salmons, left, reaches in on Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Roy scored...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bulls guard John Salmons, left, collides with Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Przybilla on his way to the basket during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.  Salmons scored 22 points as the Blazers beat the Bulls 122-98.  (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Chicago Bulls guard John Salmons, left, collides with Portland Trail Blazers center Joel Przybilla on his way to the basket during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday,...   (Associated Press)
Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy, center, shoots between Chicago Bulls' Brad Miller, right, and Luol Deng during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.  Roy scored 18 points as they beat the Bulls 122-98.  (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Portland Trail Blazers guard Brandon Roy, center, shoots between Chicago Bulls' Brad Miller, right, and Luol Deng during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23,...   (Associated Press)
Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden, left, scores as Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose, right, and Luol Deng watch during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. Oden Scored 24 points, pulled in 12 rebounds and blocked two shots as they beat the...
Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden, left, scores as Chicago Bulls' Derrick Rose, right, and Luol Deng watch during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23,...   (Associated Press)
Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, looks to pass against the double-team defense of Chicago Bulls' Taj Gibson, left, and Luol Deng during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.  (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, right, looks to pass against the double-team defense of Chicago Bulls' Taj Gibson, left, and Luol Deng during the first half of their NBA basketball game...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, right, stretches to defend on Portland Trail Blazers guard Martell Webster during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.  (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, right, stretches to defend on Portland Trail Blazers guard Martell Webster during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009....   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, left, puts up a reverse layup against Portland Trail Blazers guard Martell Webster, right, and center Greg Oden during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009.  (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, left, puts up a reverse layup against Portland Trail Blazers guard Martell Webster, right, and center Greg Oden during the first half of their NBA basketball game in...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng, rear, shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
Chicago Bulls forward Luol Deng, rear, shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Don Ryan)   (Associated Press)
In this Aug. 18, 2009, photo, Texas Rangers shortstop Omar Vizquel gets ready to throw to first after fielding a ball during a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins in Arlington, Texas. The 42-year-old Vizquel agreed Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, to one-year contract worth nearly $1.4 million with the...
In this Aug. 18, 2009, photo, Texas Rangers shortstop Omar Vizquel gets ready to throw to first after fielding a ball during a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins in Arlington, Texas. The 42-year-old...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, of Finland, makes a save during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, of Finland, makes a save during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with teammate Jonathan Toews as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, looks on during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with teammate Jonathan Toews as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, looks on during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver,...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, left, celebrates after scoring as Vancouver Canucks' Willie Mitchell skates past during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, left, celebrates after scoring as Vancouver Canucks' Willie Mitchell skates past during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov....   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with Jonathan Toews, center, as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, sits in his crease during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with Jonathan Toews, center, as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, sits in his crease during third-period NHL hockey action in...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is lifted off the ground by teammate Nick Cole after he scored the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago Bears during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is lifted off the ground by teammate Nick Cole after he scored the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field after the Bears' 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field after the Bears' 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, right, of Finland, stops Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, right, of Finland, stops Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The...   (Associated Press)
Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier, back right, is roughed up by Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager, center, as Duncan Keith (2) and Patrick Kane (88) join in during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier, back right, is roughed up by Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager, center, as Duncan Keith (2) and Patrick Kane (88) join in during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver,...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is embraced by teammate Nick Cole, right, after he scored the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago Bears during of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is embraced by teammate Nick Cole, right, after he scored the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago Bears...   (Associated Press)
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  • Billboards seek info on killings of CPS students

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    In a litter-strewn, vacant lot in Englewood, steps away from three houses of worship, a billboard went up Tuesday, asking, essentially, what is the price of a child's life. Punctuated by an empty school desk, the sign blared a "$5,000 Reward" for information leading to arrests and convictions in shootings or killings of schoolchildren. More »

  • Web site lets you check for, report dangerous toys

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Parents looking to avoid hazardous toys as they begin their holiday shopping can find quick help in the latest Trouble in Toyland report from the Illinois Public Interest Research Group. The group unveiled a new interactive smart phone Web site to guide people while they shop for toys. The site lets them check on possible hazards while at the store or on their home or work computer. More »

  • Yellow Cab CEO, partners may buy American United

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Yellow Cab CEO Michael Levine's taxicab empire might be getting bigger. Levine, who also owns the controlling interest in Yellow Cab, said Tuesday that he and a group of partners are in talks to buy the assets of American United Cab Association, which was founded in the 1950s. More »

  • Boxer's sudden death gives life to 5 awaiting transplants

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    He paid the ultimate price in the ring. Now Chicago boxer Francisco "Paco" Rodriguez, who died of brain injuries suffered during a match Friday, is giving the ultimate gift.

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  • Judge hikes bail for alleged robber cop

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    A Cook County judge Tuesday increased bail for the former president of the Chicago Police Sergeants' Association after prosecutors alleged that he may have stolen $400,000 more from the police union than they originally believed.

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  • 1 in 5 Type 2 diabetics way overweight

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    One in five Type 2 diabetics in the United States is morbidly obese -- a percentage that has more than doubled since the 1970s, according to a new study.

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  • State dinner, Obama style

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    WASHINGTON--President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama hosted their first state Tuesday night, including their closest friends from Chicago among the guests honoring India Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife Gursharon Kaur, with Chicago songsters Jennifer Hudson and Kurt Elling performing.

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  • Group rates road safety for cyclists, pedestrians

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Fear is a rational response when truck drivers coming from behind are aiming at the 8-foot gap between you -- the wobbly bicyclist on the side of the road -- and oncoming traffic. "You don't want to be here," warned Ed Barsotti of the League of Illinois Bicyclists. "This road was built without consideration for bicycles or pedestrians." More »

  • State dinner, Obama style

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    WASHINGTON--President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama hosted their first state Tuesday night, including their closest friends from Chicago among the guests honoring India Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife Gursharon Kaur, with Chicago songsters Jennifer Hudson and Kurt Elling performing.

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  • Doubts raised on coma recovery

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/25/2009 4:00:00 AM

    BRUSSELS -- Helped by a therapist, Rom Houben's outstretched finger tapped with surprising speed on a computer touchscreen, spelling out how he felt "alone, lonely, frustrated" in the 23 years he was trapped inside a paralyzed body.

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