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Chicago opens cooling centers as summer heats up

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 5, 2024

The City of Chicago Cooling Centers will be open on Monday, August 4

Chicago Fire FC II narrowly defeated by New York Red Bulls II with final score of 4-3

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 5, 2024

Chicago Fire FC II Falls 4-3 to New York Red Bulls II

782 people arrested for local ordinance violations in Chicago during Q2 of 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 5, 2024

The number of arrests in Chicago has decreased to 11,277 in the second quarter of 2024, compared to previous quarter's 12,320.

Entertainment events this week in City of Chicago: Aug. 4-10

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 4, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Chicago this week.

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Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 3, 2024

The following parishes in the Chicago City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Chicago arrests up for class B misdemeanors in Q2

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 3, 2024

The number of arrests in Chicago has decreased to 11,277 in the second quarter of 2024, compared to previous quarter's 12,320.

Recent Cook County home sales in week ending July 27

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 3, 2024

There were 1,477 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending July 27, according to BlockShopper.com.

538 class 3 felonies registered in Chicago during Q2 of 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 2, 2024

The number of arrests in Chicago has decreased to 11,277 in the second quarter of 2024, compared to previous quarter's 12,320.

Chicago opens applications for DNC demonstration speaker's platform

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 2, 2024

The City of Chicago has announced the application process for individuals and organizations wishing to use a speaker’s platform during the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC). The initiative, managed by the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), aims to support the lawful exercise of First Amendment rights.

Entertainment events this weekend in City of Chicago: Friday, Aug. 2 - Sunday, Aug. 4

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 2, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Chicago this weekend.

530 class 2 felonies reported across Chicago in Q2 of 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 1, 2024

The number of arrests in Chicago has decreased to 11,277 in the second quarter of 2024, compared to previous quarter's 12,320.

Chicago Red Stars place Maxi Rall on injury list

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 1, 2024

The Chicago Red Stars placed defender Maxi Rall on the 45-day injury list retroactive to July 25, the club announced today.

Rep. Stephens and CPS offer free backpacks for students

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 1, 2024

Rep. Stephens and CPS are providing free backpacks with school supplies at his district office. Families in need within the 20th District can pick up these backpacks at 8323 W. Lawrence Ave. in Norridge.

Illinois homeowners face rising property taxes despite pension reform efforts

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 1, 2024

With second-installment property tax bills due in the coming months across Illinois, new data reveals a significant rise in these taxes.

Chicago releases annual ARPA recovery plan report detailing fund allocation

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 1, 2024

Chicago – The Chicago recovery efforts, under the leadership of Mayor Brandon Johnson and his administration, are yielding significant progress according to the latest 2024 Road to Recovery Plan Performance Report. This report outlines the transformative use of $1.887 billion in federal funds aimed at uplifting the city’s most vulnerable communities.