Chicago City Wire

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

Ram Villivalam introduces SB2651 in Illinois Senate on April 25—here’s what you need to know

The Illinois Senate introduced Bill SB2651 on April 25, with Ram Villivalam as the lead sponsor.

Cook County weekly recap of home sales during week ending May 10

There were 537 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending May 10, according to BlockShopper.com.

Cook County Sheriff's Office shares recent law enforcement and recruitment activities

The Cook County Sheriff's Office recently provided updates on its law enforcement activities and recruitment efforts via social media.

Cook County off the hook in wrongful conviction case

By W.J. Kennedy | May 16, 2025

A former Cook County State’s Attorney and the county itself will soon be off the hook as defendants in a wrongful conviction case brought by Robert Bouto, convicted of the 1993 murder of Salvador Ruvalcaba.

Marcus C. Evans, Jr. introduces HB4044 in Illinois House on April 24—here’s what you need to know

The Illinois House introduced Bill HB4044 on April 24, with Marcus C. Evans, Jr. as the lead sponsor.

Chicago celebrates five-year partnership with Allegiant Air at Midway Airport

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is marking a significant milestone, celebrating five years of partnership with Allegiant Air.

Mayor announces new fiscal sustainability working group members

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the members of the newly established Chicago Fiscal Sustainability Working Group (CFSWG).

Chicago Teachers Union faces challenges after heavy spending on unsuccessful candidates

The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) has been under scrutiny following its recent election, with Illinois Policy Institute experts ready to provide commentary on the matter.

Curtis J. Tarver, II introduces HB4042 in Illinois House on April 23—here’s what you need to know

The Illinois House introduced Bill HB4042 on April 23, with Curtis J. Tarver, II as the lead sponsor.

HSLDA counsel on Rep. Costa Howard’s snub of homeschoolers: ‘You've got this white progressive out-of-touch Democrat’

By Chicago City Wire reports | May 15, 2025

A debate over an Illinois homeschooling bill has evolved into a public dispute within the Democratic Party, involving allegations of political retaliation, racial tension, and differing views on parental rights.

Social media influencer Kat Abughazaleh announces run for Congress in Illinois

Politics in the United States continues to be influenced by social media, as evidenced by Katherine "Kat" Abughazaleh's recent announcement of her candidacy for Illinois' 9th Congressional District.

Guy Chipparoni named chair of Choose Chicago board by Mayor Johnson

Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Guy Chipparoni as the new Chair of the Board of Directors for Choose Chicago.

Chicago police disciplinary appeals await appellate court ruling

As previously reported by Police Board President Kyle Cooper, the Fraternal Order of Police, representing Chicago police officers below the rank of sergeant, has appealed two rulings from a March 2024 Cook County Circuit Court decision.

Cook County Sheriff's Office celebrates K9 birthday and honors fallen officers

The Cook County Sheriff's Office marked significant occasions on May 14-15 with tweets celebrating a K9's birthday and honoring fallen officers through memorial events such as the St. Jude Memorial March and Peace Officers Memorial Day observances

Cook County Sheriff's Office supports Special Olympics fundraising with 'Cop on a Rooftop

The Cook County Sheriff's Office engages in community support and memorial activities as highlighted in their recent tweets dated May 15, 2025.

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