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Tom Ahern shares public safety alerts about recent crimes in Chicago

ByChicago City WireApr 19, 2026

Tom Ahern, deputy director of news affairs for the Chicago Police Department, posted several crime alerts on April 18 and April 19, 2026.


Monica Gordon, County Clerk at Cook County

Near West Side property tax rate was 1.6% in Q4 2025, exceeding US average

Homeowners in Near West Side, a Chicago neighborhood, paid property taxes equal to 1.6% of their home values in the fourth quarter of 2025—over 1.8 times the national average, BlockShopper.com reports.
Chase Hoover and Brayden Kenny

Which City of Chicago area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Monday, April 20?

Monday, April 20 will feature competition from these former City of Chicago area high school standouts.
Soldier Field Stadium

Chicago Fire FC II loses 3-0 to Atlanta United 2 at SeatGeek Stadium

Chicago Fire FC II suffered a home defeat against Atlanta United 2 after conceding three goals. Despite several attempts on target, Chicago could not find the net. Their next match will be against Orlando City B.

Tom Ahern reports arrests and criminal incidents in Chicago on April 18, 2026

ByChicago City WireApr 18, 2026

Tom Ahern, deputy director for the Chicago Police Department, shared updates on aggravated battery, firearm possession by a felon, and burglary arrests via social media posts dated April 18, 2026.


Monica Gordon, County Clerk at Cook County

Logan Square’s Q4 2025 property tax rate surpasses US average

Homeowners in Logan Square paid 1.6% of their property values in taxes during the fourth quarter of 2025, exceeding the national average by more than 1.8 times, according to BlockShopper.com.
Soldier Field Stadium

Chicago Fire FC II to face Atlanta United 2 at SeatGeek Stadium on April 18

Chicago Fire FC II will play Atlanta United 2 at SeatGeek Stadium on April 18. The team seeks another shutout after recent strong defensive performances. Both clubs are aiming to continue their positive runs.
Paul Vallas, American politician and former education superintendent

Paul Vallas criticizes Illinois policies on homelessness, policing technology removal, and CPS union influence

Paul Vallas posted several tweets between April 16-18 criticizing Illinois’ approach to homelessness policy changes, removal of ShotSpotter technology in Chicago policing, and recent decisions by Chicago Public Schools regarding union-influenced…