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Chicago to host open house on draft Central Area Plan for downtown growth

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 11, 2025

An open house is scheduled for September 25 to present the City of Chicago’s draft “Central Area Plan 2045,” a long-term growth strategy for downtown.

Cook County Sheriff's Office marks 9/11 anniversary and celebrates correctional academy graduates

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 11, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office commemorated the anniversary of September 11 with social media tributes on September 11, 2025.

City prepares for Mexican Independence Day celebrations with safety measures

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 11, 2025

Chicago is preparing for Mexican Independence Day with a series of events and parades across the city, beginning Friday, September 12, and continuing through Tuesday, September 16.

WGN reporter: 'Prison officials can't currently say how many Illinois inmates commit new crimes after they're released'

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 10, 2025

Ben Bradley, a reporter with WGN Investigates, said that Illinois prison officials are unable to provide data on recidivism and have declined external assistance with inmate re-entry programs.

Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights safety programs and reports jail staff arrest

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 10, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office shared updates on its stolen vehicle recovery program, recognized World Suicide Prevention Day, and reported an arrest of a jail kitchen worker accused of possessing THC-laced gummies.

In Memory: Remembering Ethel Skyles Alexander on her Death Anniversary (September 10)

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 10, 2025

Ethel Skyles Alexander passed away on September 10, 2016, leaving behind a legacy of tireless advocacy and dedication to civil rights in Chicago City, IL.

Jesse Brown VA earns five-star CMS hospital quality rating

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 10, 2025

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago has received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in its 2025 hospital quality ratings.

UI Health performs first FDA-approved islet cell transplant using Lantidra

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 9, 2025

UI Health surgeons have performed the first islet cell transplant in the United States using Lantidra, a therapy recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for brittle type 1 diabetes.

Commemorating Juliana Stratton's birthday: reflecting on the lawyer and 48th Lieutenant Governor of Illinois achievements (September 8)

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 8, 2025

Juliana Stratton was born on September 8, 1965, in the bustling city of Chicago.

Remembering Daniel K. Davis' birthday: insights into the life of an American politician luminary (September 6)

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 6, 2025

Born on September 6, 1941, in Parkdale, Arkansas, Daniel K. Davis came into the world during a time of social change and upheaval.

Commemorating another year: Earlean Collins, Cook County Board of Commissioners member, marks birthday milestone (September 4)

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 4, 2025

Born on September 4, 1937, in Rolling Fork, MS, Earlean Collins emerged as a prominent figure in the landscape of Chicago City, IL.

In Memoriam: Sidney Richard Yates remembered on his birthday (August 27)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 27, 2025

Sidney Richard Yates was born on August 27, 1909, in Chicago City, IL.

Commemorating another year: Bradley Scott Schneider, Businessman and Politician, marks birthday milestone (August 20)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 20, 2025

On August 20, 1961, Bradley Scott Schneider was born in Denver, Colorado, but his life would become intertwined with Chicago City, IL.

Remembering Carol Moseley Braun's birthday: reflections on the career of an American diplomat, politician, and lawyer (August 16)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 16, 2025

On August 16, 1947, Carol Elizabeth Moseley Braun was born, heralding the beginning of a life marked by significant achievements and a deep connection to Chicago City, IL.

In memoriam of James Robert Thompson Jr.'s Death Anniversary: acknowledging the contributions of the Federal Prosecutor and Governor (August 14)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 14, 2025

James Robert Thompson Jr. died on August 14, 2020, following a battle with illness.

In Memory: Remembering Daniel John Ronan on his Death Anniversary (August 13)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 13, 2025

Daniel John Ronan died on August 13, 1969, after a lifetime dedicated to public service and his deep connection to Chicago City, IL.

Remembering William J. Laurino's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the Chicago Illinois Legislator (August 12)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 12, 2025

William J. Laurino died on August 12, 2023, after a lifetime of dedicated service to the people of Chicago City, IL.

Remembering Daniel David Rostenkowski's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee (August 11)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 11, 2025

Daniel David Rostenkowski died on August 11, 2010, at the age of 82, in Genoa City, Wisconsin, after battling lung cancer.

In Memoriam: James Francis Keane remembered on his birthday (August 8)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 8, 2025

On August 8, 1934, James Francis Keane was born, marking the beginning of a life deeply rooted in Chicago City, IL.

In Memoriam: Howard W. Carroll remembered on his birthday (July 28)

By H. D. Cruz | Jul 28, 2025

Howard W. "Howie" Carroll was born on July 28, 1942, in Chicago, IL, into a working-class family.

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Chicago to host open house on draft Central Area Plan for downtown growth

Cook County Sheriff's Office marks 9/11 anniversary and celebrates correctional academy graduates

City prepares for Mexican Independence Day celebrations with safety measures

WGN reporter: 'Prison officials can't currently say how many Illinois inmates commit new crimes after they're released'

Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights safety programs and reports jail staff arrest

In Memory: Remembering Ethel Skyles Alexander on her Death Anniversary (September 10)

Jesse Brown VA earns five-star CMS hospital quality rating

UI Health performs first FDA-approved islet cell transplant using Lantidra

Commemorating Juliana Stratton's birthday: reflecting on the lawyer and 48th Lieutenant Governor of Illinois achievements (September 8)

Remembering Daniel K. Davis' birthday: insights into the life of an American politician luminary (September 6)

Commemorating another year: Earlean Collins, Cook County Board of Commissioners member, marks birthday milestone (September 4)

In Memoriam: Sidney Richard Yates remembered on his birthday (August 27)

Commemorating another year: Bradley Scott Schneider, Businessman and Politician, marks birthday milestone (August 20)

Remembering Carol Moseley Braun's birthday: reflections on the career of an American diplomat, politician, and lawyer (August 16)

In memoriam of James Robert Thompson Jr.'s Death Anniversary: acknowledging the contributions of the Federal Prosecutor and Governor (August 14)

In Memory: Remembering Daniel John Ronan on his Death Anniversary (August 13)

Remembering William J. Laurino's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the Chicago Illinois Legislator (August 12)

Remembering Daniel David Rostenkowski's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee (August 11)

In Memoriam: James Francis Keane remembered on his birthday (August 8)

In Memoriam: Howard W. Carroll remembered on his birthday (July 28)

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