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Cook County home sales in week ending Aug. 3

There were 958 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Aug. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

Chicago Red Stars announce 'Welcome Home Match' celebrating Olympians

The Chicago Red Stars announced the club’s September 8 ‘Welcome Home Match,’ presented by United Airlines. Multiple 2024 Paris Olympians will feature when the Chicago Red Stars host the Orlando Pride at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois at 5 p.m. CT. Fans can take advantage of multiple ticket offers, an elevated prematch fan experience, and a celebration of four Red Stars Olympians prior to kickoff.

Philadelphia Union II ends losing streak with win over Chicago Fire FC II

Chicago Fire FC II fell 3-2 against Philadelphia Union II on Saturday afternoon at Subaru Park in Chester, Pa. Midfielder Peter Soudan scored his third goal of the year to open the match, while captain David Poreba added his league-leading 15th tally of the season. Philadelphia forward Leandro Soria led his team with a brace to end a three-match losing streak.

Violent crime in Chicago continues to rise as mayor moves to cut police force and Foxx fails to prosecute

By W.J. Kennedy | Aug 9, 2024

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s reluctance to prosecute

National watchdog urges Chicago police to refer 1994 murder to cold case detectives; questions surround those exonerated of the murder

By W.J. Kennedy | Aug 9, 2024

The national watchdog group Judicial Watch (JW) has asked the Chicago Police Department to reopen an investigation

“COVID” mRNA injections still required for students at Rush University

Rush University in Chicago, Illinois, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

Mayor announces week-long celebration showcasing chicago's culture at daley plaza

CHICAGO – Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced the commercial corridor activation, “Celebrating Chicago at Daley Plaza.” The week-long celebration will take place at Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington Street, and is free to the public. This event is designed to showcase Chicago’s neighborhoods in the heart of downtown to both residents and visitors. The first-ever multi-day activation celebrates the city's rich diversity of...

Chicago issues RFP for $21.5M grant program aiding small businesses

CHICAGO — Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Small Business and Not-For-Profit Support Grant Program. Through this RFP, the City will select one organization to serve as the administrator of the $21.5 million program. The chosen administrator will collaborate with the City and BACP to provide grants to small businesses and nonprofits in Chicago, aiming to stabilize their operations, support their workforce, and mitigate the long-term impact of the COVID-19...

In Memoriam: James Francis Keane remembered on his birthday (August 8)

On August 8, 1934, James Francis Keane was born, marking the beginning of a life deeply rooted in Chicago City, IL.

Entertainment events this weekend in City of Chicago: Friday, Aug. 9 - Sunday, Aug. 11

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

Saint Augustine College continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

Saint Augustine College in Chicago, Illinois, still requires students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.

Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership in Chicago, Illinois, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

Quarterly arrest stats in Chicago: 'Class A misdemeanors' leads way for Q2 of 2024

Arrests in Chicago led by class A misdemeanors in the second quarter of 2024, according to the City of Chicago Data Portal.

Proft: Rural voters will 'know exactly what Walz is shoveling when he comes through town'

Dan Proft, host of Chicago Morning Answer, said rural Midwestern voters will be able to see through the Governor Walz's proposed plan to help sway rural counties over to Harris' side. He made the comments on August 7 on X.

Village of Cherry Valley Board of Trustees met Aug. 5

Village of Cherry Valley Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 5

Village of Brighton Park Committee will meet Aug. 8

Village of Brighton Park Committee will meet Thursday, Aug. 8

Village of Brighton Village Board met Aug. 5

Village of Brighton Village Board met Monday, Aug. 5

Village of Brighton Economic Development Committee met Aug. 6