Florian Sohnke, founder of the Chicago Contrarian, said that Chicago's public education failures are linked to union influence, citing numerous schools with no basic proficiency.
Paul Vallas, former Chief Executive Officer of Chicago Public Schools, has expressed criticism towards the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU), accusing it of prioritizing politics over student safety.
In 2024, 99.3% of H-1B petitions filed by Information employers across Chicago City Wire publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) President Stacy Davis Gates has been vocal in her criticism of former President Donald Trump, aligning with Mayor Brandon Johnson's rhetoric on historical conflicts.
Raymond Lopez, alderman of Chicago’s 15th Ward, is signaling growing interest in a 2027 mayoral run, saying he is actively working to bring new leadership to City Hall.
Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Community Engagement and the Office of Budget and Management, has announced the launch of Chicago's 2026 Budget Engagement Roundtable events.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced the return of the Taste of Chicago, scheduled for September 5-7, 2025.