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Daughter of FBI mole and former alderman resigns six-figure park district post

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 2, 2023

Maya Solis, daughter of FBI mole and former Alderman Danny Solis, resigned from her six-figure position as the south region director for the Chicago Park District, as per published reports.

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La Spata: ‘Capitalism’ to blame for Chicago illegal alien surge, from communist Venezuela

By Staff reports | Nov 2, 2023

Amid the increasing migration of Venezuelans to the United States, Chicago City Council member La Spata has attributed the surge of illegal aliens to the pitfalls of capitalism.

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Pritzker gives $250K to pro-abortion Virginia Democrats: ‘Protecting reproductive rights is non-negotiable’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Nov 2, 2023

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's nonprofit organization, Think Big America, has donated $250,000 to Virginia Democrats in anticipation of the state's legislative elections on Nov. 7.

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Chicago arrests drop 82 percent in 10 years

By W.J. Kennedy | Nov 2, 2023

Chicago is in line with other large American cities in the sharp drop in arrests over the past 10 years, reports The Center Square.

City of Winchester Board met Sept. 6

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 2, 2023

City of Winchester Board met Wednesday, Sept. 6

Village of Rosemont Village Board met Oct. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 2, 2023

Village of Rosemont Village Board met Monday, Oct. 9

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DeAngelis: ‘Locking kids out of his offices like he's locking kids out of their private schools’

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 1, 2023

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has come under fire for blocking low-income students protesting in support of the Invest in Kids Act from his Chicago office.

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Inaugural “City Civics Day” Offers How-Tos on Community Engagement

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 1, 2023

Chicagoans can learn how to become more involved in neighborhood plans and goals by attending the inaugural “City Civics Day,” a free, day-long educational event focused on public engagement with local government.

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Pace Suburban Bus Service Between Downtown Evanston and O’Hare Starts Daily Service on Dempster Street

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 1, 2023

Pulse Dempster Line Will Operate Daily, Servicing North and Northwest Suburban Communities with Direct Access to O’Hare Multi-Modal Facility

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Ald. Ray Lopez mobilizes volunteers in bid for Illinois’ 4th Congressional District

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 1, 2023

15th Ward Ald. Ray Lopez is leading a campaign powered by dedicated volunteers as he vies for a seat in Illinois' 4th Congressional District. Lopez recently expressed his gratitude and stressed the importance of collecting qualified signatures to secure a spot on the ballot. He emphasized the need for additional support and tools to reach every door in the district.

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Exciting November Events at the Field Museum

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 1, 2023

November is an exciting month at the Field Museum, with a range of events and exhibits to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. The month kicked off with a blessing ceremony and a performance by the Oka Homma Singers, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Native Americans.Illinois residents have several opportunities to visit the museum for free throughout November. Free admission days are scheduled for the 7th, 10th, 14th, and 28th, allowing residents to explore the museum's diverse exhibits and collections. Additionally, the Field Museum offers discounted...

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City Council pumps break on proposal to require businesses to increase workers' paid time off

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 1, 2023

A Chicago City Council committee this week pumped the brakes on a plan to require businesses to provide workers with more paid time off after hearing objections from business leaders.

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City Hall ditches plan for River North migrant hotel after alderman's objection

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 1, 2023

Ald. Brendan Reilly announced this week that Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration has abandoned plans to convert a River North hotel into a large migrant shelter. Reilly expressed his satisfaction with the decision, stating, "I am glad the Johnson Administration decided to listen to reason by shelving this horrendous idea." The hotel in question was the Hotel Chicago, located at 33 North Division, which was being considered as a potential shelter for over 1,000 migrants.

City of Waukegan City Council met Sept. 5

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 1, 2023

City of Waukegan City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 5

City of Prospect Heights City Council met Oct. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 1, 2023

City of Prospect Heights City Council met Monday, Oct. 9

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Chicago Contrarian on Tabares ‘Johnsonville’ tent city petition: ’This is leadership'

By Staff reports | Oct 31, 2023

The Chicago Contrarian is congratulating 23rd Ward Ald. Silvana Tabares for rejecting a “Johnsonville” tent city meant for her ward that would house illegal immigrants.

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Petition launched as 23rd Ward Alderman Tabares voices concerns over illegal immigrant shelter plans

By Staff reports | Oct 31, 2023

Alderman Silvana Tabares of the 23rd Ward has vehemently opposed the establishment of a temporary migrant shelter in her district, voicing apprehensions regarding population density, school overcrowding, and the stretched resources of public safety.

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Shelby Steele: ‘Slavery' was not as 'insidious’ as racial segregation on today's college campuses

By Chicago City Wire News Service | Oct 31, 2023

Author and filmmaker Shelby Steele said modern-day racial segregation on college campuses is not as "insidious" as slavery.

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In blow to wrongful conviction industry, judge comes down hard on torture commission

By W.J. Kennedy | Oct 31, 2023

An obscure 14-year-old commission that investigates claims of police torture, and has become a pipeline of lucrative wrongful conviction cases for plaintiffs’ attorneys, is “very perilous to our system,” a Will County judge has ruled.

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Halloween Decoration Contest Winners

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 31, 2023

Happy Halloween! We are excited to announce the winners of our Halloween Decorating Contest. This year, we received an overwhelming number of phenomenal entries, making it a tough competition. Without further ado, let's reveal the winners in each category.In the category of Best Overall, the top honors go to [Speaker 1]. Their creativity and attention to detail truly stood out, making their display a sight to behold.For the Best Pumpkin Carvings, [Speaker 2] takes the crown. Their intricate and spooky designs brought the Halloween spirit to life. Moving on to the...