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Chicago parks slated for $12.7M boost through TIF funding

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Two park improvement projects in Chicago are set to receive a total of $12.7 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funding, as proposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson to the City Council.

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Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez critiques Trump and billionaire influence in recent tweets

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez shared critical perspectives on political developments via social media posts dated March 12, 2025.

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Delia C. Ramirez criticizes Republican fiscal policies in recent tweets

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez addresses key issues such as fiscal policy and immigration in recent tweets dated March 12, 2025.

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City considers converting historic building into mixed-income housing

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The city is considering a proposal to convert five floors of the historic Continental and Commercial building at 208 S. LaSalle St. into residential units.

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Rector Building in Chicago designated as an official city landmark

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The Rector Building, located at 79 W. Monroe St. in the Loop, has been granted official landmark status by the Chicago City Council.

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Chicago proposes funding for adaptive reuse project in historic Loop building

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Twelve floors of the historic Harris Trust and Savings Bank building at 111 W. Monroe St. in Chicago are set to undergo a significant transformation.

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Delia C. Ramirez invites IL03 residents to town hall amid budget negotiations

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez announced an upcoming town hall for Illinois' third district residents on March 18 while expressing readiness for legislative negotiations from Washington D.C., highlighting active engagement with both local...

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Chicago proposes landmark status for former WAX TRAX! Records building

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The former home of WAX TRAX!

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Chicago approves grants for historic church restorations

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Two historic churches on Chicago's Near West Side are set to receive preservation funding through Adopt-A-Landmark grants, as approved by the City Council.

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Chicago unveils first Native American-inspired affordable housing project in Irving Park

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The Chicago City Council has agreed to provide funding for a significant new housing project that will bring affordable homes to the Irving Park community.

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Chicago expands workforce solutions program with $12.2M funding

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Chicago's Workforce Solutions program is set to expand citywide, following the approval of a proposal by Mayor Johnson.

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Congressman Mike Quigley addresses Ukraine aid resumption and criticizes social security policy changes

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley discussed key political topics in recent tweets from March 11-12, including the resumption of U.S.-Ukraine relations under the Trump administration and criticisms of new social security policies affecting...

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Washington Park to get new community center with city land sale

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Sunshine Gospel Ministries is set to develop a community center in Washington Park, aided by the proposed sale of 4.1 acres of city-owned land.

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City Council approves tax incentive for Congress Theater redevelopment

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The Congress Theater complex in Logan Square is set for an $87.8 million rehabilitation, aided by a Cook County Class L property tax incentive approved by the City Council.

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Delia C. Ramirez calls out Senate Dems and criticizes Trump administration

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez used her Twitter platform on March 12 to address key political issues including budget negotiations involving Senate Democrats and critiques of both U.S.-Israel arms sales and alleged unlawful activities by the Trump...

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Jan Schakowsky criticizes Republicans' policies and partners with Senator Markey on tax loopholes

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky expressed criticism towards Republican policies in education and healthcare while also advocating for improved services for the deaf community and closing tax loopholes for oil companies alongside Senator Ed Markey.

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Northside College Preparatory High School standout Bailey Nicholoff’s college team won in NCAA Division III softball game on Tuesday, March 11

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The Rochester Yellowjackets won 8-0 in their NCAA Division III softball game against the Southwestern Pirates on Tuesday, March 11.

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On Tuesday, March 11, former Lane Tech College Prep High School standout Louis Perona’s college team won in an NCAA Division I baseball game

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The game took place at UC Baseball Stadium.

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Alana Powell, former Kenwood Academy High School standout, played on Tuesday, March 11 in NCAA Division I softball game

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The game took place at Billiken Sports Center.

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Whitney M. Young Magnet High School standout Sydney Gilbert’s college team won in NCAA Division I softball game on Tuesday, March 11

By Chicago City Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The Miami RedHawks won 5-0 in their NCAA Division I softball game against the Stonehill Skyhawks on Tuesday, March 11.