Chicago City Wire

Deadline for Chicago/Cook County Residents Affected by September Flooding to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance is January 19, 2024

By Chicago City Wire Report | Dec 13, 2023

Presidential Disaster Declaration is for FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program for those in Cook County who suffered damages from the severe weather and flooding on September 17 -18

Who the Malcolm X Hawks is playing this season of college basketball

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The Malcolm X Hawks’ season starts on Fri Nov. 3 at West Burlington.

Bergquam: ‘More than half of the shuttle terminal has been taken over at O’Hare International Airport to house illegals that Chicago can’t handle’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Dec 13, 2023

O'Hare International Airport has become a focal point for concerns over the handling of migrants as more than half of the shuttle terminal is now repurposed to house illegal immigrants, creating overcrowded and unsanitary conditions.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Conforti: ‘Crime has been on the rise - especially in Cook County’

By DuPage Policy Journal | 1 year ago

Niki Conforti, the Republican candidate for Illinois’ 6th Congressional District, has highlighted her commitment to public safety after attending a safety meeting hosted by Mayor Keith Pekau of Orland Park, who ran for the 6th Congressional District in 2022.

Senators Duckworth, Durbin and Mayor Johnson Announce More Than $20 Million in Federal Funding for Chicago’s Ogden Avenue Corridor Improvements Project

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Mayor Brandon Johnson have announced over $20 million in federal funding for the Ogden Avenue Improvement Project in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood. The funding, provided through the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All program, will be used to enhance safety and create a more accessible corridor for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.The project, which will revitalize Ogden Avenue between Pulaski and Roosevelt roads, aims to reduce crashes and improve...

U.S. National Guard Celebrates Its 387th Birthday

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The U.S. National Guard, the oldest military organization in the United States, is celebrating its 387th birthday today. Established in 1636, the National Guard has played a vital role in protecting the nation and serving its communities. According to Military.com, the National Guard's origins can be traced back to the early days of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. It was then that the colony's militia was organized into three regiments to defend against potential threats. This marked the birth of what would later become the National Guard.Over the years, the National...

Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners met Oct. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 13, 2023

Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners met Wednesday, Oct. 11

Village of Rosemont Village Board of Trustees met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Dec 13, 2023

Village of Rosemont Village Board of Trustees met Monday, Nov. 13

Mayor Johnson's plans for housing migrants in tents on hold

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has temporarily halted his plans to address the housing crisis for asylum-seeking migrants by constructing temporary winterized tent camps.

On Tuesday, December 12, former Perspectives High School of Technology & Leadership Academy standout Ania Stewart’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

Simeon Career Academy High School standout Nakiyah Callon’s college team won in NJCAA game on Tuesday, December 12

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The Olive-Harvey Panthers won 83-74 in their NJCAA game against the Kennedy-King Stateswomen on Tuesday, December 12.

North Lawndale Charter High School standout Kenihja Newson’s college team won in NJCAA game on Tuesday, December 12

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

Savannah Johnson and Storm Mason, former Bogan High School standouts, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NJCAA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

Michael Dempsey, former St. Joseph High School standout, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NJCAA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

Brandon Botley, former Thornton Township High School standout, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NAIA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Goshen, Indiana.

Ogden International High School standout Travion Williams’ college team won in NAIA game on Tuesday, December 12

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Goshen, Indiana.

Mason Kibelkis, former Peotone High School standout, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NAIA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The Saint Xavier Cougars won 77-67 in their NAIA game against the Goshen Maple Leafs on Tuesday, December 12.

Lucas Basile, former Lane Technical High School standout, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NJCAA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

On Tuesday, December 12, Reavis High School standout Khaled Khaled competed in NCAA D1 game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois.

Janvier's Robinson, former Crane High School standout, played on Tuesday, December 12 in NJCAA game

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 13, 2023

The Truman Falcons lost 0-76 in their NJCAA game against the Daley Bulldogs on Tuesday, December 12.