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Marcelino Garcia sole Latino candidate for countywide office in Cook County

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 21, 2023

Last week, the Cook County Democratic Party's candidate-endorsement process ended without any Latinos backed by the party in top-of-the-ticket countywide elections.

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Democratic Party insider Harris is Preckwinkle’s pick to replace SA Foxx

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 18, 2023

Democratic Party insider Harris is Preckwinkle’s pick to replace SA Foxx

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City of Chicago Announces Goose Island Stage Lineup and Additional Onsite Programming for 2023 Taste of Chicago, September 8 – 10 in Grant Park

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 18, 2023

Programmed in Partnership with Chicago Independent Venue League (CIVL), Goose Island Stage Presents a Robust Slate of High-Energy Performers Including KAINA, DJ Simmy, Rich Robbins, Rae Chardonnay, Bianca Shaw, DJ Lena Bandz and more — Free Admission

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Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis President Joseph Biden's Disaster Declaration

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 18, 2023

Since last June, my office and colleagues have received many calls requesting assistance due to the awful storm, which flooded many homes and damaged property. A few weeks ago, I spoke with the President personally and asked him for help. On Friday, we telephoned 30,000 people to let them know that all of us are working on securing funding to help them through the aftermath of the flood.

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Quigley Statement on Fourth Indictment of Donald Trump

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 18, 2023

On August 15, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), a member of the first Donald Trump impeachment panel released the following statement in response to news that the former President has been indicted by a Fulton County grand jury on charges that he criminally interfered in Georgia's 2020 election:

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Statement from Reps. Joaquin Castro and Jesús “Chuy” García on Death of a Three-Year-Old Child on Asylum-Seeker Bus from Texas to Chicago

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 18, 2023

On August 11, Reps. Joaquin Castro (TX-20) and Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to the reported death of a three-year-old child on a bus sponsored by the state of Texas that was carrying asylum-seekers from Texas to Chicago:

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Congresswoman Robin Kelly Responds to Illinois Supreme Court Ruling on Assault Weapons Ban

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 18, 2023

In response to the Illinois Supreme Court finding the state's assault weapons ban constitutional, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) issued the following statement:

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University of Chicago Medical Center on post-shooting emergency department attack: ‘Be assured, patient and employee safety is our organization’s top priority’

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 16, 2023

A series of shootings that rattled Washington Park on Sunday evening spilled over into the University of Chicago Medical Center’s Hyde Park Adult Emergency Department.

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Conforti: 'America is losing its allies!'

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 16, 2023

Niki Conforti, a GOP candidate for the 6th Congressional District, has raised concerns about the United States losing its allies, emphasizing the need for a stronger American presence on the global stage. Her remarks come as the United Arab Emirates diverges from U.S. foreign policy by strengthening ties with Russia and China, reflecting the changing dynamics of international relations and the growing influence of regional players.

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Green: 'We can’t protect all the other infrastructure that we need to protect when we have massive amounts of illegal immigration'

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 15, 2023

During the Aug. 13 edition of "The Real Story," host Jeanne Ives spoke with h Congressman Mark Green, Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security. Green announced a five-phase investigation into the open borders and an upcoming hearing on the human cost.

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Mayor Johnson quotes late gangster rapper to dodge question on Dr. Arwady's firing

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 14, 2023

Chicago Public Health Director Dr. Allison Arwady was fired without cause by Mayor Brandon Johnson, a move some perceive as political payback enacted on behalf of the Chicago Teachers Union.

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Johnny Hendrix, beaten to death in Cook County jail, was a violent offender himself

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 11, 2023

A Cook County Jail inmate, Johnny Hendrix, who was beaten to death by another inmate had a history of arrests for violent behavior.

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Artiaga: 'U.S. District Judge Johnston called the new Illinois law to shut down life-affirming pregnancy centers ‘both stupid & very likely unconstitutional’'

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 10, 2023

Louis Artiaga is celebrating a federal court’s decision temporarily halting a bill a bill that would limit the speech of pregnancy centers that offer alternatives to abortion.

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Stephens: "Do you want to build the pathway of leaders with disabilities in the Chicago region?"

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 8, 2023

Applications are open for the Disability Lead Institute, and accepted through October 6, 2023. In an Aug. 7 Facebook post, Rep. Bradley Stephens encouraged Chicago-area constituents to apply.

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Cunningham: 'We created a supportive resource for officers seeking help after specific traumatic situations and for PTSD'

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 4, 2023

Sen. Bill Cunningham shared a press release on July 28 announcing that his bill to provide mental health support and education for law enforcement officers who are facing post-traumatic stress disorder has been signed into law. Cunningham was the chief sponsor of the bill in the Illinois Senate, and Rep. Mary Gill championed the bill in the House.

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Johnson: Chicago will send immigrants to the suburbs

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 3, 2023

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is suggesting suburban communities step in and help with the city’s growing immigrant problem.

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The American flag is back at Chicago City Hall

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 3, 2023

The American flag returned to the backdrop of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's news conference on Wednesday, three days after City Wire reported the city's Socialist boss had stopped displaying Stars and Stripes during media appearances and social media videos.

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AM 560 The Answer: ‘The Wall Street Journal calls out Gov. Pritzker and Illinois Democrats’

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 1, 2023

AM 560 The Answer radio station recently called out Gov. J.B. Pritzker for lavishing raises on public sector employees through their union American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Council 31.

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Stephens: 'This legislation will help ensure that e-cigarettes are regulated like tobacco products in Illinois to protect our communities and children'

By Chicago City Wire Report | Aug 1, 2023

E-cigarettes have come under attack nationwide, and Illinois is no different. Rep. Brad Stephens issued a statement on July 28 about House Bill 1540, which prohibits vaping in indoor public spaces and was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker that same day.

Van Pelt to officially retire after asked abut absence: ‘It has been an honor of a lifetime to serve the people of the 5th Senate District’

By Chicago City Wire Report | Jul 31, 2023

State Sen. Patricia Van Pelt (D-Chicago) has announced her retirement after being a no-show all legislative session in Springfield.