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State Sen. Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Peters signs pro-Palestinian letter blaming ‘inequality’ as ‘root cause’ for Hamas attack

State Sen. Robert Peters (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Collins signs pro-Palestinian letter blaming ‘inequality’ as ‘root cause’ for Hamas attack

State Sen. Lakesia Collins (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Ortiz signs pro-Palestinian letter blaming ‘inequality’ as ‘root cause’ for Hamas attack

State Rep. Aaron Ortiz (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Jimenez signs pro-Palestinian letter blaming ‘inequality’ as ‘root cause’ for Hamas attack

State Rep. Lilian Jimenez (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Gonzalez signs pro-Palestinian letter blaming ‘inequality’ as ‘root cause’ for Hamas attack

State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Ford signs pro-Palestinian letter blaming ‘inequality’ as ‘root cause’ for Hamas attack

State Rep. La Shawn Ford (D-Chicago) signed a letter along with Democrat colleagues in the state house noting the attack from Hamas on Israeli civilians stemmed from “inequality.”

Suburban man charged with throwing rocks at Gov. Pritzker mansion, stalking

A Villa Park man was charged with stalking Gov. J.B. Pritzker this week after being arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at Pritzker's Gold Coast mansion.

City Council's only Jewish Alderwoman's pro-Israel resolution criticized by Democratic Socialist colleague

A City Council resolution denouncing Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel has exposed conflicting views between Chicago's only Jewish alderwoman and a Democratic Socialist alderwoman backed by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

New Divvy Stations and Bikes Coming to Chicago as Part of Continued Bikeshare Expansion

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Lyft, the operator of the Divvy bikeshare system, today joined 31st Ward Alderman Felix Cardona Jr. and Belmont Cragin community leaders to cut the ribbon on a new Divvy station and celebrate the first of hundreds of new stations that will be installed in Chicago over the next couple years. Earlier this year, Divvy expanded its service area to all 50 wards and today’s launch of new stations will continue to increase bikeshare access, particularly on the Northwest, Southwest, Far South Sides. Divvy is also in the process of adding nearly 3,000 new classic bikes to the fleet to ensure users have a healthy balance of ebikes and classic pedal bikes.

Thursday night football: which local high school football teams are in action today? - Oct. 12

These teams from the Chicago City Wire coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 3:45 p.m.

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Mayor Johnson's first budget does not include property tax increase

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday presented his first budget to the City Council.

State Rep. Brad Stephens Recognizes Flower Fantasy as October Small Business Spotlight

State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) honored Norridge's Flower Fantasy as the Small Business Spotlight for October in the 20th District. During the store's 35th anniversary celebration, Rep. Stephens presented the award to the owners.Flower Fantasy, a family-owned and operated business since 1988, was chosen for its exceptional contributions to the community. The store provides a wide range of floral arrangements for various occasions, including birthdays, weddings, and celebrations of new babies. Rep. Stephens praised the store for its dedication to delivering...

Rep. Stephens Hosts October Blood Drive in Leyden Township