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CHICAGO (April 15, 2024) – The current Chicago Teachers Union contract is set to expire on June 30, 2024, and as details of the union's demands emerge, Chicagoans are bracing themselves for what could be a significant departure from traditional negotiations.Analysis from the Illinois Policy Institute has revealed that the Chicago Teachers Union's demands extend far beyond the usual scope of government union contracts, delving into areas such as housing, the environment, and healthcare, in addition to seeking substantial pay raises.Among the most contentious demands is...

Top Civilian Chicago Police Investigator received $21K PPP loan for alleged babysitting business

A top administrator and investigator at Chicago's Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) received a federal "PPP" loan of $21,106 for an alleged babysitting business while she was a full-time employee of the agency.

‘Death to America!’ Chicago Teamsters Local 786 hosts pro-Iran activist rally

A leading Chicago labor union hosted a pro-Iran rally featuring activist calls for "Death to America."

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central N City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 32 Precinct 16

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 715 voters in Central N City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 32 Precinct 16 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Central City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 12 Precinct 13 during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 544 voters in Central City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 12 Precinct 13 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

University of Chicago Medical Center ranked among top 50 'Best Hospitals for Cancer'

University of Chicago Medical Center is ranked 16th in the U.S. for cancer treatment.

How did Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 48 Precinct 27 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,097 voters in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 48 Precinct 27 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central N City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 1 Precinct 6

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,060 voters in Central N City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 1 Precinct 6 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Mayor Brandon Johnson Statement on Back of the Yards Shooting

CHICAGO – Today, we mourn the loss of an 8-year-old girl whose life was tragically taken from her by gang violence, said Mayor Brandon Johnson. He described the incident as "heinous and cowardly" and emphasized that such violence has no place in their communities."We are all allowed to be outraged today – a warm, spring day that I am sure this child would have been enjoying with family," Mayor Johnson expressed, highlighting the tragic loss and the impact on the community. He added, "I am praying for her loved ones and her community as they experience the unimaginable...

Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 39 Precinct 25

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 676 voters in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 39 Precinct 25 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Recent Cook County home sales in week ending April 6

There were 1,172 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending April 6, according to BlockShopper.com.

Rush University Medical Center ranked among top 50 'Best Hospitals for Cancer'

Rush University Medical Center is ranked 30th in the U.S. for cancer treatment.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central N City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 26 Precinct 24

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 477 voters in Central N City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 26 Precinct 24 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

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

Who voted in Northwestern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 39 Precinct 17 during 2020 Presidential Election?