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Wrongful conviction case stemming from notorious 1998 Bucktown double murder hinges on fabricated evidence claims, detective's lawyer asks judge to dismiss

By W.J. Kennedy | Apr 19, 2024

An attorney for retired Chicago Detective Reynaldo Guevara, who is named in a wrongful conviction case involving the 1998 double murder of a husband and wife in Bucktown, is asking a federal judge to dismiss claims of fabricated evidence by the two convicted of the murders.

Who voted in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 47 Precinct 25 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,030 voters in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 47 Precinct 25 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

White Hispanic arrests in Chicago during Q1

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 19, 2024

White Hispanic arrests made up 27.5% of the 12,322 arrests registered in Chicago during the first quarter of 2024.

How did Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 50 Precinct 6 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 440 voters in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 50 Precinct 6 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 27 Precinct 13

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 811 voters in Central NE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 27 Precinct 13 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 16 Precinct 20

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 590 voters in Central SE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 16 Precinct 20 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Number of Black individuals arrested grows in Q1

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

Black arrests made up 60% of the 12,322 arrests registered in Chicago during the first quarter of 2024.

How did Central NW City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 31 Precinct 20 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 793 voters in Central NW City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 31 Precinct 20 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 4 Precinct 2

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Chicago City Wire analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 601 voters in Central SE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 4 Precinct 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Illinois Policy advisor: Chicago’s Teacher Union wants ‘more members, higher pay, less work, less accountability, and less school choice‘

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

Paul Vallas, policy advisor for IllinoisPolicy.org, said the Chicago Teacher’s Union’s contract negotiation proposals are all moving towards having “more members, higher pay, less work, less accountability, and less school choice.”

Former Downers Grove library trustee: Removal was ‘culmination of a two year long effort to exact revenge’ for opposition to Drag Queen Bingo event

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

Bill Nienburg, a former Downers Grove library board trustee who was removed by village council vote, said his removal was the “culmination of a two year long effort to exact revenge” for his opposition to having a Drag Queen Bingo event at the Downers Grove Public Library.

CDOT to Begin Pavement Repairs on South DuSable Lake Shore Drive

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced plans to commence pavement repairs on South DuSable Lake Shore Drive as part of the 2024 Arterial Resurfacing Program. The project is set to kick off on Monday, April 22, with the repair work spanning the area between Roosevelt Road and 31st Street in both the northbound and southbound directions. The anticipated duration of the project is approximately eight weeks.According to CDOT's schedule, there will be specific lane closures in place during various phases of the repair process. Southbound lane closures...

UPCOMING EVENT: 2024 Children’s Safety Expo!

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 18, 2024

Mayor Arlene Jezierny and an unnamed speaker are gearing up to host the annual 2024 Children’s Safety Expo. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.The unnamed speaker expressed their excitement about the upcoming event, stating, "Mayor Arlene Jezierny and I are set to host our annual 2024 Children’s Safety Expo! Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. We are excited to see everyone there!"The Children’s Safety Expo is a significant community event aimed at promoting safety and well-being...

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News from April 2024

Wrongful conviction case stemming from notorious 1998 Bucktown double murder hinges on fabricated evidence claims, detective's lawyer asks judge to dismiss

Who voted in Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 47 Precinct 25 during 2020 Presidential Election?

White Hispanic arrests in Chicago during Q1

How did Northern City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 50 Precinct 6 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 27 Precinct 13

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central SE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 16 Precinct 20

Number of Black individuals arrested grows in Q1

How did Central NW City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 31 Precinct 20 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE City of Chicago: Precinct Ward 4 Precinct 2

Illinois Policy advisor: Chicago’s Teacher Union wants ‘more members, higher pay, less work, less accountability, and less school choice‘

Former Downers Grove library trustee: Removal was ‘culmination of a two year long effort to exact revenge’ for opposition to Drag Queen Bingo event

CDOT to Begin Pavement Repairs on South DuSable Lake Shore Drive

UPCOMING EVENT: 2024 Children’s Safety Expo!

City of Wheaton Liquor Control Commission met April 18

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