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Monday, December 23, 2024

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Chicago announces return of New Year's Eve fireworks spectacular

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 23, 2024

Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the City of Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), has announced the return of the New Year’s Eve fireworks on the Chicago River.

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Entertainment events this week in City of Chicago: Dec. 22-28

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 22, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Chicago this week.

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Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Dec. 23?

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 22, 2024

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Dec. 23.

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School event this week in City of Chicago: Dec. 22-28

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 21, 2024

The following school event is scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this week.

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Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 21, 2024

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

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Chicago Fire FC signs Dylan Borso as homegrown player

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Chicago Fire FC has signed Dylan Borso, a Chicago native and midfielder, to a Homegrown Player contract.

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Chicago airports prepare for surge of holiday travelers

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is preparing to accommodate approximately 3.66 million passengers at O'Hare and Midway International Airports during the holiday season from December 20 to January 2.

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Chicago Hounds sign Australian prop Liam Fletcher ahead of new rugby season

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The Chicago Hounds have announced the signing of Australian prop Liam Fletcher.

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Chicago Fire FC drafts three players in MLS SuperDraft 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Chicago Fire FC has added three new players to its roster during the MLS SuperDraft 2025.

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Entertainment event this weekend in City of Chicago: Friday, Dec. 20 - Sunday, Dec. 22

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in City of Chicago this weekend.

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Former suburban Chicago library head sentenced for embezzlement

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

The former director of the Markham Public Library in Illinois has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for embezzling over $770,000 from the library over a period of ten years.

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Illinois sees population rise after nine years of decline

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

Illinois has reversed nine years of population decline, adding approximately 67,899 residents between July 2023 and June 2024.

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Chicago Fire FC announces full schedule for upcoming MLS season

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

Chicago Fire FC and Major League Soccer have released the schedule for the 2025 MLS regular season.

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Boyd Memorial Hospital offers free hands-only CPR classes led by certified instructor

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

Boyd Memorial Hospital is offering free Hands-Only CPR classes to the community, aiming to equip individuals with essential life-saving skills.

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Chicago water main repair may lead to boil order for three neighborhoods

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

The Chicago Department of Water Management has announced that it will begin repairs on a water main serving the Beverly, Morgan Park, and Auburn Gresham neighborhoods this Saturday morning.

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Chicago introduces new taxes on leases, amusements, parking and bags starting January

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 18, 2024

The City Council has approved the 2025 Revenue Ordinance, leading to several tax changes in Chicago that will take effect on January 1, 2025.

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Art Institute of Chicago adds over 1,000 new works in 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 18, 2024

The Art Institute of Chicago has announced a notable expansion of its permanent collection in 2024.

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Courtney Paris joins Chicago Sky coaching staff as assistant coach

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 18, 2024

The Chicago Sky has announced that Courtney Paris, a former WNBA player and college basketball standout, will join Head Coach Tyler Marsh's staff as an assistant coach.

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Cook County home valuations rose in October compared to the same period in 2023

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 17, 2024

In October, the median sale price of a home in Cook County rose by $36,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 12.4%.

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Chicago hosts citywide meeting on youth-focused community plans

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 17, 2024

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) have invited local leaders, stakeholders, and young people to the Harold Washington Library Center Winter Garden for a citywide meeting focused on youth...