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Chicago Contrarian criticizes local media coverage on city hall policies
Chicago Contrarian has published a critical analysis of recent coverage by WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times, focusing on their portrayal of city government actions and policies.
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Proposed reforms aim to ease Chicago’s housing shortage through deregulation and expanded ADU access
Chicago is facing a persistent shortage of affordable housing, and current approaches often rely on public sector intervention.
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Chicago Contrarian posts video of ‘22 Boys’ displaying guns near Leighton courthouse
The Chicago Contrarian has shared a video on X that appears to show members of the group known as "22 Boys" walking near the George N. Leighton Criminal Court Building while displaying firearms with what seem to be extended magazines.
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Brandon Johnson’s proposed budget faces criticism over new taxes and rising city expenditures
Brandon Johnson, the Mayor of Chicago, has proposed a budget for 2026 that has drawn criticism from various quarters.
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Chicago faces contest between Democratic factions led by Preckwinkle and teachers union
Chicago’s political landscape is often described as being controlled by a single Democratic machine.
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Cook County Public Defender represents UChicago professor facing felony charges
Eman Abdelhadi, an assistant professor at the University of Chicago, was arrested on October 3 at the Broadview ICE facility.
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Chicago mayor signs executive order barring ICE use of city property
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson recently signed an executive order designating city-owned properties as "ICE-Free Zones," stating that these areas would no longer be used by federal immigration authorities for enforcement activities or as holding...
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Federal data links urban crime spike to policy changes in major cities like Chicago
Newly released federal data shows that the recent surge in violent crime in the United States is primarily concentrated in urban areas, with Chicago cited as a leading example.
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Chicago Sun-Times criticized for launching map tracking federal immigration agents
Social justice activism has become more visible in Chicago media, according to a recent essay published by the Contrarian.
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Kat Abughazaleh draws scrutiny after protests at Chicago-area ICE facility
Kat Abughazaleh, a 26-year-old social media influencer and former Media Matters employee, is running for the Democratic nomination in Illinois’ 9th congressional district despite residing in the 7th.
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Chicago sees falling crime rates amid changes under State's Attorney Eileen O'Neill Burke
Mayor Brandon Johnson has faced criticism for his handling of crime in Chicago, with some arguing that the recent decline in violent crime is not a result of his policies.
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Chicago Contrarian founder on NYC mayoral election: ‘A mood of panic has overcome the AFT’
Florian Sohnke, founder of the Chicago Contrarian, said the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) is increasingly anxious about the upcoming New York City mayoral race, warning that Mayor Brandon Johnson's record in Chicago may be undermining the...
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Chicago faces constitutional crisis as city resists federal immigration enforcement
The City of Chicago and the State of Illinois are in a significant dispute with the federal government over immigration enforcement, escalating tensions that have led to the deployment of the National Guard in the Chicago area.
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Chicago faces scrutiny over response to immigration enforcement and funding risks
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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Chicago debates impact of slavery apology resolution amid ongoing challenges
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...
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Chicago Financial Future Task Force convened to advise on city’s fiscal health
The Chicago Financial Future Task Force, created by Executive Order 2025-1, is a group of 24 civic leaders assembled by Mayor Brandon Johnson.
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Small modular reactors considered as option for meeting Chicago's growing energy needs
Chicago is facing a significant increase in electricity demand, with current usage at around 30 terawatt-hours (TWh) per year and projections suggesting a rise of 10–40 percent by 2035.
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Alderman Andre Vasquez faces criticism over activism after rat incident at ward office
Chicago’s 40th Ward has recently been at the center of controversy involving Alderman Andre Vasquez, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America and former battle rapper.
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Chicago restaurant industry faces closures amid economic pressures and declining demand
Chicago’s restaurant industry is facing significant challenges that threaten its survival and the city’s economic health.
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Mayor Brandon Johnson calls law enforcement a 'sickness,' drawing criticism
At a press conference on September 17, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson made remarks about law enforcement that have drawn criticism from police representatives and city officials.