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Wednesday, October 22, 2025

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Proposed reforms aim to ease Chicago’s housing shortage through deregulation and expanded ADU access

By L. T. Fry | Oct 21, 2025

Chicago is facing a persistent shortage of affordable housing, and current approaches often rely on public sector intervention.

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Chicago files lawsuit over Trump administration's restrictions on federal emergency grants

By L. T. Fry | Oct 20, 2025

The City of Chicago, along with eight other local governments, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump Administration.

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Air France opens first dedicated lounge at Chicago O’Hare Terminal 5

By L. T. Fry | Oct 20, 2025

Air France has opened a new lounge at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, marking its first such facility at the airport.

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Brandon Johnson’s proposed budget faces criticism over new taxes and rising city expenditures

By L. T. Fry | Oct 20, 2025

Brandon Johnson, the Mayor of Chicago, has proposed a budget for 2026 that has drawn criticism from various quarters.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Oct. 19-25)

By L. T. Fry | Oct 19, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Chicago faces contest between Democratic factions led by Preckwinkle and teachers union

By L. T. Fry | Oct 17, 2025

Chicago’s political landscape is often described as being controlled by a single Democratic machine.

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Chicago Fire FC faces New England Revolution to close regular season and seek higher playoff seed

By L. T. Fry | Oct 17, 2025

The Chicago Fire FC will conclude their 2025 Major League Soccer regular season with an away match against the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on October 18.

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City expands Smart Streets pilot with automated enforcement on six CTA buses

By L. T. Fry | Oct 15, 2025

Six Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses are now equipped with Automated Bus Lane Enforcement (ABLE) systems as part of the City of Chicago’s Smart Streets pilot program.

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Chicago Film Office celebrates 50 years of Siskel & Ebert with month-long film series

By L. T. Fry | Oct 14, 2025

The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and the Chicago Film Office are organizing a month-long series called "Siskel & Ebert at 50" to mark the 50th anniversary of the television program "Siskel & Ebert."

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Chicago Sun-Times criticized for launching map tracking federal immigration agents

By L. T. Fry | Oct 14, 2025

Social justice activism has become more visible in Chicago media, according to a recent essay published by the Contrarian.

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This week in City of Chicago history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (Oct. 12-18)

By L. T. Fry | Oct 12, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Chicago Fire FC II sets club points record after shootout win over Columbus Crew 2

By L. T. Fry | Oct 12, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II concluded its regular season with a 3-3 draw against Columbus Crew 2, followed by a shootout victory that secured an extra point at Lower.com Field in Columbus on Sunday.

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Chicago Fire FC II to play New England Revolution II in MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs

By L. T. Fry | Oct 11, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II will play against New England Revolution II in the first round of the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs.

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Paul Vallas questions Chicago leaders on youth violence and budget priorities

By L. T. Fry | Oct 10, 2025

Paul Vallas used a series of posts in October 2025 to question Chicago's leadership on issues including youth violence statistics and police resource allocation.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office announces mobile library initiative and reports recent arrest

By L. T. Fry | Oct 9, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office announced a new mobile library program and reported a recent gun-related arrest via Twitter posts dated October 8 and October 9, 2025.

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Judicial Watch president Tom Fitton: 'Violent insurrections in Chicago and Portland are not coincidental'

By L. T. Fry | Oct 8, 2025

Tom Fitton, president of Judicial Watch, a legal advocacy group, said his belief that the government shutdown and political unrest in Democrat-led cities are interconnected.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office details recent crime strategy meetings and sting operation

By L. T. Fry | Oct 8, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office outlined recent collaborative crime prevention efforts and enforcement actions in a series of X posts from October 2025.

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Chicago faces scrutiny over response to immigration enforcement and funding risks

By L. T. Fry | Oct 7, 2025

Obstruction of justice is a federal crime, and recent events in Chicago have sparked debate over the city’s approach to immigration enforcement and cooperation with federal authorities.

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Jack Elliott earns third MLS Team of Matchday honor after scoring twice against Toronto

By L. T. Fry | Oct 6, 2025

Chicago Fire FC defender Jack Elliott has been named to the Major League Soccer (MLS) Team of the Matchday for Matchday 38, following his two-goal performance in the team's 2-2 draw against Toronto FC at Soldier Field on Saturday.

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Chicago debates impact of slavery apology resolution amid ongoing challenges

By L. T. Fry | Oct 6, 2025

The recent resolution passed by the Chicago City Council apologizing for slavery, alongside Mayor Brandon Johnson’s initiatives related to reparations, has sparked debate over their effectiveness in addressing issues faced by Black communities in...