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30 people arrested for petty offenses in Chicago during Q1 of 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 27, 2024

The number of arrests in Chicago has increased to 12,322 in the first quarter of 2024, compared to previous quarter's 10,465.

Cook County County Education: 178,925 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 27, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 25.8% of students enrolled in Cook County County school districts identified as Black.

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Vallas: Lawyers, radical left driving 'Criminal Industrial Complex'

By W.J. Kennedy | Apr 26, 2024

Special interests have twisted the criminal justice reform movement into a lucrative enterprise.

Police union appeal of arbitration decision could “leave cops in limbo”

By W.J. Kennedy | Apr 26, 2024

The Chicago police union’s appeal of a court ruling that permitted police arbitration in more serious disciplinary cases

The Knights of Columbus Police Council to Participate in the 92nd Annual St. Jude March

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 26, 2024

The Knights of Columbus Police Council will be participating in the 92nd Annual Chicago Police Department St. Jude March on Sunday, May 5, 2024. The event will take place on the east side of Soldier Field with assembly starting at 7:00 am on Museum Campus Drive and Solidarity Drive.According to Dennis Fitzgerald, the Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, St. Michael the Archangel, Chicago Police Council #12173, all are welcome to join the march to "Honor Our Fallen." Fitzgerald expressed pride in the council's unique position within the Knights of Columbus, stating,...

Federal Safety and Security Grants available to Non-Profit Organizations Statewide

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 26, 2024

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) announced that non-profit organizations across Illinois have the opportunity to apply for federal safety and security grants. The grants aim to enhance safety measures and increase security for eligible organizations. Alicia Tate-Nadeau, Director of IEMA-OHS, highlighted the significance of these grant opportunities, stating, "Organizations across Illinois the chance to implement enhanced safety measures to increase safety and security."One of the grant programs, the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024...

Moody’s Outlines Benefits of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Plan Underlying the Issuance of $1.25 Billion in Bonds

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 26, 2024

Moody’s Investors Service recently highlighted the benefits of Mayor Johnson’s strategy to fund vital housing and economic development in Chicago. Mayor Johnson's plan involves the issuance of $1.25 billion in bonds, supported by a shift in revenue sources as outlined in Moody’s Issuer In-Depth Report released on April 24, 2024.Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasized the importance of the financial reform, stating, "This significant reform of our financial strategy reflects our unwavering dedication to economic development and sound fiscal management." The plan involves allowing...

Illinois Policy Advisor: ‘Don’t be swindled by the “Bear Stadium Plan”’

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 26, 2024

Paul Vallas, policy advisor for IllinoisPolicy.org, said Chicago residents should not “be swindled by the ‘Bear Stadium Plan’" proposed for the city’s lakeshore.

Chicago arrests up for business offenses in Q1

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 26, 2024

The number of arrests in Chicago has increased to 12,322 in the first quarter of 2024, compared to previous quarter's 10,465.

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Northwestern University upholds provocative reputation with acceptance of convicted killer to Pritzker School of Law, press delights

By W.J. Kennedy | Apr 25, 2024

mber 2023, Benard McKinley completed his nearly 23-year sentence for murder, and this fall will begin law studies at Northwestern University— accepted after completing an in-prison undergraduate program.

Mike Dicta? Chicago Mayor Johnson mispronounces name of legendary, Super Bowl Champion Bears coach

By LGIS News Service | Apr 25, 2024

Chicago Democrat Mayor Brandon Johnson has mispronounced the name of former Chicago Bears Coach Mike Ditka. Johnson called him "Mike Dicta."

Stephens’ & Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart to Host a Spring Cleaning Recycling Event!

By Chicago City Wire | Apr 25, 2024

Stephens’ and Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart are teaming up to host a Spring Cleaning Recycling Event on April 25, 2024. The event will provide an opportunity for the community to responsibly dispose of various items.Attendees can take advantage of services such as a "Shred Truck on-site" for secure document disposal. Additionally, there will be a "Secure Prescription Drug Drop Off" for the safe disposal of medications. Furthermore, "Electronics Recycling Available" with limitations outlined on a flyer.This collaborative effort aims to promote environmental sustainability...

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30 people arrested for petty offenses in Chicago during Q1 of 2024

Cook County County Education: 178,925 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

Vallas: Lawyers, radical left driving 'Criminal Industrial Complex'

Police union appeal of arbitration decision could “leave cops in limbo”

The Knights of Columbus Police Council to Participate in the 92nd Annual St. Jude March

Federal Safety and Security Grants available to Non-Profit Organizations Statewide

Moody’s Outlines Benefits of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Plan Underlying the Issuance of $1.25 Billion in Bonds

Illinois Policy Advisor: ‘Don’t be swindled by the “Bear Stadium Plan”’

Chicago arrests up for business offenses in Q1

Northwestern University upholds provocative reputation with acceptance of convicted killer to Pritzker School of Law, press delights

Mike Dicta? Chicago Mayor Johnson mispronounces name of legendary, Super Bowl Champion Bears coach

Stephens’ & Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart to Host a Spring Cleaning Recycling Event!

City of Prospect Heights Police & Fire Commission met April 24

Kim Foxx's muddied transparency in exoneration cases

Number of Amercian Indian or Alaska Native individuals arrested grows in Q1

City of Waukegan City Council met April 1

City of Wheaton City Council met April 1

Cook County Board of Directors Health and Hospitals System Finance Committee met April 19

Cook County Commission on Human Rights will meet April 25

Cook County Board of Directors Health and Hospitals System will meet April 26

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