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Chicago responsible for highest sales tax revenue per municipality in Illinois during 2024

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

Chicago residents paid approximately $854.3 million in sales taxes, the highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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Belvedere Trading dispute resurfaces as founder targets former CBOE director in ARDC complaint

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

William Carlson, founder of Belvedere Trading, has requested the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC) to investigate Mark Francis Duffy, a former director at Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Global Markets.

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In memoriam of Daniel Bever Crane's Death Anniversary: acknowledging the contributions of the Congressman (May 28)

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

On May 28, 2019, Daniel Bever Crane died in Chicago City, IL, marking the end of a lifetime dedicated to public service.

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Chicago allocates $20M in grants for community development projects

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

Mayor Johnson has announced $20 million in grants for 28 community development projects across Chicago.

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Federal probe launched into Chicago mayor's hiring practices

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing a federal investigation regarding allegations of racial bias in hiring practices.

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President of Northside Republicans: 'America will no longer be taken advantage of'

By Chicago City Wire | May 27, 2025

Brian Kasal, president of Northside Republicans, said that President Trump's new trade agreement with China signals an end to what he described as the exploitation of the United States.

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President of Northside Republicans: 'Every student deserves a fair shot at a quality education'

By Chicago City Wire | May 27, 2025

The Trump administration is reportedly investigating Chicago Public Schools (CPS) for allegedly prioritizing resources based on race, according to Brian Kasal, president of Northside Republicans.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (May 25-31)

By Chicago City Wire | May 25, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry employers submit 74 H-1B petitions across Chicago City Wire publication area in 2024

By Chicago City Wire | May 25, 2025

In 2024, 74 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry located within the Chicago City Wire publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

By Chicago City Wire | May 24, 2025

The following parishes in the Chicago City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Chicago Hounds announce roster for Week 15 against Carolina Anthem

By Chicago City Wire | May 24, 2025

Chicago Hounds Head Coach Chris Latham has announced his roster for the Week 15 match against the Carolina Anthem.

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Chicago completes $8.7M 'Soul City West' streetscape project

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) have completed an $8.7 million streetscape improvement project in the Austin neighborhood, known as the "Soul City West" corridor.

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Mayor Johnson announces new personnel appointments across key city departments

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced several key personnel updates within his administration.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights arrests and community achievements

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office recently announced significant arrests in Chicago's Grand Crossing neighborhood while promoting their Stolen Vehicle Recovery Program.

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Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 26?

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 26.

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President of Northside Republicans: Students need 'higher-quality education, better support in classrooms'

By Chicago City Wire | May 22, 2025

Brian Kasal, President of Northside Republicans, said that lowering academic standards in Illinois is a misguided attempt to conceal systemic failures.

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Chicago's airports prepare for over 1.86 million travelers this Memorial Day weekend

By Chicago City Wire | May 22, 2025

O'Hare and Midway International Airports in Chicago are preparing to accommodate over 1.86 million travelers during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, according to projections by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).

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Chicago's affordable housing hindered by costly regulations

By Chicago City Wire | May 22, 2025

Chicago is grappling with challenges in its affordable housing sector, partly due to complex regulations.

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How many companies in cities across Cook County received FDA citations in Q1?

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

There were three companies in cities associated with Cook County that received FDA citations as a result of three inspections conducted in the county over the first quarter of 2025, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Chicago designates former WAX TRAX! Records site as official landmark

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

The City Council has approved the designation of the former WAX TRAX!