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Chair of Chicago’s 2024 DNC Convention linked to one of the groups receiving $50 million from Soros foundation

By Chicago City Wire News Service | Dec 5, 2023

Chicago native Minyon Moore, chair of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, is on the board of a group receiving part of a $50 million contribution the Open Society Foundations.

Who the Chicago Maroons is playing this season of college basketball

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 5, 2023

The Chicago Maroons’ season starts on Wed Nov. 8 at Chicago.

From Prairie State Wire

Is your public official a crook? State police want to know

By Prairie State Wire | 12 months ago

The Illinois State Police special investigations unit has launched a new online tip line to solicit information from the public regarding potential misconduct by local officials. The unit focuses primarily on investigating public corruption and criminal misconduct carried out by elected officials, government bureaucrats, and political appointees at all levels of government.

Mayor Johnson's Brighton Park migrant camp contaminated with lead, arsenic and mercury, study shows

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 5, 2023

The site in Brighton Park neighborhood, selected by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration for a migrant tent encampment, was found to be contaminated with high levels of lead, arsenic and mercury.

City of Winchester Board met November 1

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Dec 5, 2023

City of Winchester Board met 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 1.

Cook County Board of Commissioners Finance Committee met Oct. 5

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 5, 2023

Cook County Board of Commissioners Finance Committee met Oct. 5

City of Wheaton City Council met Nov. 6

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 5, 2023

City of Wheaton City Council met Monday, Nov. 6

O’Hare International Airport Named Travelers’ Favorite for Two Decades Straight

By Chicago City Wire Report | Dec 5, 2023

Airport Earns Top Spot for 20th Consecutive Year in Global Traveler’s Annual Rankings of North American Airports

Prairie State sales taxes: Chicago residents paid most in September

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

Chicago residents paid $72.3 million in sales taxes, the highest total paid per municipality in September.

Local 130 Triangle Plumbers Club Presents 2023 Leadership Award

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

The Local 130 Triangle Plumbers Club celebrated its annual awards ceremony last night, and one individual stood out among the rest. Joe Smith, a prominent figure in the plumbing industry, was honored with the prestigious 2023 Leadership Award. Smith expressed his gratitude and joy for receiving this recognition, stating, "I am proud to be honored with the 2023 Leadership Award by the Local 130 Triangle Plumbers Club last night!" The Leadership Award is given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and have made significant contributions to...

Mayor Johnson and CDOT Cut Ribbon on Central Park Avenue Pedestrian and Bike Safety Improvement Project

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) have unveiled new pedestrian and bike safety improvements on Central Park Avenue in Garfield Park. The project, which extends from Madison Street to Franklin Boulevard, includes raised crosswalks and protected bike lanes aimed at reducing traffic crashes, improving safety, and expanding Chicago's bike network."With the completion of this infrastructure improvement project, neighbors and visitors will now be able to get to the Conservatory and other Park destinations in a safer, more...

Former FOP official praises special prosecutors challenging commission that targets cops with abuse claims

By W.J. Kennedy | Dec 4, 2023

A former Chicago FOP official applauded two special prosecutors for taking on a 14-year-old commission that legitimatizes claims of police abuse

City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission met Oct. 4

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 4, 2023

City of Wheaton Community Relations Commission met Wednesday, Oct. 4

Cook County Health and Hospitals System Board of Directors met Oct. 31

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 4, 2023

Cook County Health and Hospitals System Board of Directors met Tuesday, Oct. 31

Chicago Cultural Center Welcomes New Visual Art, Dance, Theater and Film Programs + Holiday Shopping

By Chicago City Wire Report | Dec 4, 2023

Don’t miss the Family-Friendly Open House Event Saturday, December 9 from 1-6pm

On Sunday, December 3, Collegiate School standout Luke Smith competed in NCAA D3 game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

The Chicago Maroons won 88-64 in their NCAA D3 game against the Middlebury Panthers on Sunday, December 3.

On Sunday, December 3, W.t. White High School standout Tehshaundre Cole competed in NCAA D1 game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

On Sunday, December 3, Fremd High School standout Bryce Hopkins competed in NCAA D3 game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

The game took place in Middlebury, Vermont.

Northfield Mount Hermon School standouts Ben Chasin and Ezra Moos’ college team won in NCAA D3 game on Sunday, December 3

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

The Chicago Maroons won 88-64 in their NCAA D3 game against the Middlebury Panthers on Sunday, December 3.

On Sunday, December 3, St. Paul's School standout Omotola Olorode competed in NCAA D3 game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 4, 2023

The game took place in Middlebury, Vermont.