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Chicago announces $39 million investment in missing middle housing across three neighborhoods

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 21, 2025

Thirty new multi-unit buildings valued at $39.4 million are set to be constructed on vacant lots in Chatham, South Chicago, and Morgan Park as part of the Chicago Department of Planning and Development’s (DPD) Missing Middle Housing Initiative.

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FOIA request sent to City of Chicago Law Department regarding climate and plastics litigation on August 21

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Chicago Law Department regarding climate and plastics litigation contracts and communications on August 21, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to City of Chicago regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 21, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Chicago regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.

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Former Chicago Public Schools CEO on Chicago leadership: 'Their venomous and shameful rhetoric is only dividing our city'

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 20, 2025

Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, has said that the current leaders in Chicago are exploiting racial issues in ways detrimental to the Black community.

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Chicago Fire FC acquires defender Joel Waterman from CF Montréal

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 20, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has acquired defender Joel Waterman from CF Montréal, the club announced on August 20, 2025.

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Fmr. Chicago Public Schools CEO: Gov. Pritzker has 'a 47% favorable rating'

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 19, 2025

Paul Vallas, former Chief Executive Officer of Chicago Public Schools, has criticized Governor JB Pritzker's tax policies and governance, suggesting they are contributing to dissatisfaction among Illinois residents.

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Cook County State’s Attorney declines charges against officers in Dexter Reed shooting

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 19, 2025

Eileen O'Neill Burke, the Cook County State’s Attorney, recently announced her office will not file charges against four Chicago police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Dexter Reed during a March 2024 traffic stop.

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Chicago Fire FC trades allocation money for international roster slot

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 19, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has obtained a 2025 international roster slot from St. Louis CITY SC.

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CDOT begins work on three new public plazas including Belmont Cragin's La Placita

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 19, 2025

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), Alderman Gilbert Villegas of the 36th Ward, and the Northwest Side Community Development Corporation have begun construction on La Placita at Belmont Cragin.

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White House urged toward broader federal role addressing persistent violent crime issues in Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

The White House has several options to help address crime in Chicago, with one proposed measure being the implementation of a Federal Public Safety Consent Decree.

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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Retail Trade industry across Chicago City Wire publication area in 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

In 2024, 98.9% of H-1B petitions filed by Retail Trade 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.

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Understanding causes and treatments for scalp psoriasis at UI Health

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Scalp psoriasis is a chronic skin condition marked by the rapid replication of skin cells on the scalp, leading to red, scaly patches.

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Chicago Fire FC II hosts Philadelphia Union II after unbeaten streak

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II is set to face Philadelphia Union II at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, on Friday, August 15.

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Chicago Fire FC II defeats Philadelphia Union II with two late goals

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II secured a 2-0 victory over Philadelphia Union II on Friday night at SeatGeek Stadium.

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Johnson announces nearly $1.9 million in Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grants

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

A group of 14 small businesses and organizations across Chicago have been named finalists for the latest round of Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) grants, with awards totaling nearly $1.9 million.

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Chicago Fire FC adds André Franco on loan from FC Porto

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has acquired midfielder André Franco on loan from FC Porto for the remainder of the 2025 season, with an option to purchase.

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O'Hare International Airport sets new passenger traffic record for June

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

O’Hare International Airport experienced its busiest June on record in 2025, with more than 8 million passengers passing through its terminals.

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Illinois sees slow rate of new business openings despite high application numbers

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Despite a high number of business applications filed in Illinois compared to other Midwestern states, only 5.6% of those applicants opened businesses and became operational within 12 months in 2024.

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Zinckernagel earns second straight MLS Team of the Matchday honor after win over St. Louis

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC winger Philip Zinckernagel has been named to the MLS Team of the Matchday for the second consecutive week, following his performance in a 3-2 comeback win over St. Louis CITY SC at SeatGeek Stadium.

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Mayor Johnson criticizes threat of National Guard deployment and calls for restoration of anti-violence funds

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson responded to President Donald Trump’s recent press conference, where the president threatened to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago.