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- Daywatch: Measles cases surpass 700 with outbreaks in six statesby Chicago Tribune on April 17, 2025 at 11:37 am
Good morning, Chicago. Here are the top stories you need to know to start your day.
- Officials demand answers as crews work to restore power after another Puerto Rico blackoutby Danica Coto on April 17, 2025 at 11:30 am
A blackout across Puerto Rico affected the main international airport, several hospitals and hotels filled with Easter vacationers.
- Measles cases surpass 700 with outbreaks in six statesby DEVI SHASTRI on April 17, 2025 at 9:30 am
Here's what else you need to know about measles in the U.S.
- Today in Chicago History: Dixon comptroller Rita Crundwell arrested for stealing millions from the cityby Kori Rumore on April 17, 2025 at 9:00 am
Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 17, according to the Tribune's archives.
- Today in History: Boston Marathon allows women to competeby Associated Press on April 17, 2025 at 9:00 am
On April 17, 1972, the Boston Marathon allowed women to compete for the first time. Nina Kuscsik was the first officially recognized women’s champion, with a time of 3:10:26.