Chicago City Wire Reports Stories

Former Clearing firehouse proposed for conversion into single-family home

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

The former Engine Co. #127 firehouse in Clearing is set to be sold and transformed into a private single-family residence.

Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 18?

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 18.

Limited cooperation with federal immigration authorities proposed under city council amendment

By W.J. Kennedy | Jan 14, 2025

Sanctuary laws in Chicago and Illinois prohibit local authorities from notifying federal authorities

Cook County home prices rose in November 2024 compared to November 2023

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

In November 2024, the median sale price of a home in Cook County rose by $30,500 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 12.3%.

Brad Stephens appointed assistant house minority leader by Tony McCombie

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

State Representative Brad Stephens has been appointed as Assistant House Minority Leader for the 104th General Assembly.

Chicago announces second round grantees for community growers program

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), has announced the recipients of grants from the second round of the Community Growers Program.

FOIA Request Sent to Cook County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Cook County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025.

Chicago Fire FC signs Leonardo Barroso from Sporting CP B

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has announced the acquisition of Portuguese defender Leonardo Barroso from Sporting CP B. The 19-year-old will join as a U22 initiative signing and occupy an international roster spot.

Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 17?

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 17.

No approval needed from State’s Attorney for some firearms-related felonies, report says

By W.J. Kennedy | Jan 13, 2025

Chicago police are charging for some firearms-related felonies in Englewood without approval from the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO), according to a CWB Chicago report.