Teacher retention rate in Cook County around 88.7% per year
With an average salary of $86,092, 88.7% of teachers remain on their positions in Cook County schools, according to the 2024 three-year average.
Chicago Hounds extend contract with wing Mark O'Keeffe through 2026
The Chicago Hounds have extended the contract of wing Mark O’Keeffe through the 2026 Major League Rugby (MLR) season.
- Chicago Hounds extend contract with scrumhalf Michael Baska
 - Chicago Hounds sign Santiago Videla ahead of new MLR season
 - Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses budget and public safety during busy weekend
 - Chicago releases report showing impact of summer youth employment programs
 - Glock ends production of pistol models linked to illegal modifications after Chicago lawsuit
 
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Which former City of Chicago area high school stars will compete on Wednesday, Nov. 5?
On Wednesday, Nov. 5, these former City of Chicago area high school stars will be competing.
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This week's school events in City of Chicago: Nov. 2-8
The following school events are scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this week.
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School events this November in City of Chicago
The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this month.
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Early detection through Northwestern Medicine's high-risk clinic leads to life-saving diagnosis
A 37-year-old mother from Elmhurst, Illinois, Michaela Del Barrio, credits a high-risk breast cancer assessment at Northwestern Medicine with the early detection of her cancer.
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Which former City of Chicago area high school stars will compete on Tuesday, Nov. 4?
On Tuesday, Nov. 4, these former City of Chicago area high school stars will be competing.
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Chicago mayor rejects 'illegal alien' label in comments on city immigration policy
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has rejected the use of the term "illegal aliens" when referring to immigrants in the city.
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Rep. Davis on DCFS investigator standards: 'We’re not dealing with remedial things. These are people's lives'
Jed Davis, a representative from Illinois, has raised concerns about the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) treating a license as certification, which he believes risks errors by under-experienced investigators.
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Cook County Sheriff's Office details arrests and substance abuse screening tools
The Cook County Sheriff's Office shared recent law enforcement actions including an arrest after a firearm recovery and collaboration with federal authorities to apprehend a fugitive as detailed in tweets from October 30-31, 2025.
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Traffic impacts expected in downtown Chicago for weekend sporting events
The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) has issued a notice to motorists, residents, and visitors regarding expected traffic disruptions and increased activity in the Grant Park and downtown Chicago area this weekend.
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Steve Cortes on anti-law-enforcement climate in Chicago: ‘Our brave officers are vilified instead of honored’
Steve Cortes, president of the League of American Workers, has criticized Illinois politicians, including Governor J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson, for fostering an environment in Chicago where law enforcement officers are "vilified...