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Sky aim to rebound against Mercury after narrow loss earlier this season

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 20, 2025

The Chicago Sky will face the Phoenix Mercury for their second encounter of the season on Saturday, June 21, at Wintrust Arena.

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Chicago appoints members to new reparations task force

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 19, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the members of the Chicago Reparations Task Force.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office shares updates on operations and community programs

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 19, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office provided updates on recent activities through social media posts dated June 18-19, 2025.

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Chicago names unchanged roster for Eastern Conference Final rematch

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 19, 2025

Chicago's Head Coach Chris Latham has announced the roster for the upcoming 2025 Eastern Conference Final, keeping the same lineup that triumphed over Old Glory DC in last weekend's semi-finals.

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President of Awake Illinois: Homeschooling bill 'was going to criminalize parents'

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Shannon Adcock, president of Awake Illinois, expressed concerns about a proposed law that she says would classify unregistered homeschoolers as truants, thus allowing state investigations.

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Belvedere Trading founder: 'Shielding federal crimes and criminal fraud is completely different from ordinary legal malpractice'

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

William C. Carlson, founder of Belvedere Trading LLC, has alleged significant financial misconduct within the company he established.

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Founder of Belvedere Trading: 'Money did not belong to certain Belvedere personnel was being wired to newly opened accounts'

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

William Carlson, founder of Belvedere Trading, has expressed dissatisfaction with the involvement of U.S. Attorney Patrick M. Collins in a financial misconduct case involving his company.

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Chicago Sky falls short against Washington Mystics

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Chicago Sky faced a setback against the Washington Mystics, losing 72-79 at Wintrust Arena on June 17.

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Neighborhood Opportunity Fund supports Twisted Eggroll expansion

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

An eggroll manufacturer, Twisted Eggroll, will expand its operations with the help of an $859,238 Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grant.

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City proposes land sale for new urban agriculture district in West Pullman

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

An acre of city land in Pullman is set to be transformed into the We Sow We Grow urban agriculture district.

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Morning Star Baptist Church named Chicago landmark

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Grand Boulevard's Morning Star Baptist Church has been officially designated as a Chicago landmark by the City Council.

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City proposes funding for Logan Square garden project

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Decorative fencing and a performance pavilion are proposed additions to the planned Emil Biorn Neighborhood Garden in Logan Square.

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Chicago City Council approves planning measures and supports veteran-owned businesses

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Various measures were introduced and approved by the Chicago City Council on June 18, 2025.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights community engagement with therapy dogs and local events

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office has actively engaged with its community through recent initiatives involving therapy dogs visiting children's hospitals and participating in local biking events.

FOIA request sent to Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding law firm contracts on June 18, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

FOIA Request to Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.

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Mayor proposes ordinance for redevelopment of vacant properties

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

An ordinance proposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson to the City Council aims to introduce two new tools to facilitate redevelopment projects that are hindered by liens on vacant properties.

FOIA request sent to Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding emails sent by mayor on June 18, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

FOIA Request to the Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.

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Tax incentive proposed for historic Fulton Market landmark

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Davis & Rankin Building, a historic structure located on the Near West Side, is set for a $77 million commercial rehabilitation.

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North Lawndale industrial complex receives tax incentive approval

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

A redevelopment project for a former illegal dump site in North Lawndale has been approved by the City Council.

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Chicago Sky partners with bet365 as official sports betting partner

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Chicago Sky, a team in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), has announced a multi-year partnership with bet365.