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The Chicago Red Stars announced the signing of Brazilian international Ludmila to a three-year contract, extending through the 2026 season. Ludmila will join the team in Chicago following the Paris Olympics and upon approval of a P-1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate. She will occupy one of the club’s international roster spots.

Chicago Fire falls short against Sporting KC with a late winner

Chicago Fire FC opened their 2024 Leagues Cup campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Sporting Kansas City on Sunday night at Children’s Mercy Park.

City provides cooling centers amid forecasted severe weather

The City of Chicago has issued safety tips and provided multiple resources, including cooling centers, in response to anticipated severe weather and high temperatures this week. The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) advises residents to prepare for the impacts of extreme weather.

Entertainment events this week in City of Chicago: July 28 - Aug. 3

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

81 class M felonies reported across Chicago in Q2 of 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.

In Memoriam: Howard W. Carroll remembered on his birthday (July 28)

Howard W. "Howie" Carroll was born on July 28, 1942, in Chicago, IL, into a working-class family.

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Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

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

25 people arrested for petty offenses in Chicago during Q2 of 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 Fire FC II loses to FC Cincinnati 2 with five debutants

Chicago Fire FC II fell 5-0 to FC Cincinnati 2 on Sunday afternoon in Northern Kentucky. The match saw six Chicago Fire Academy players in the starting lineup, with an additional five options on the bench. Charlie Norkett, Bryce Richards, Kruz Held, Josue Pfrommer, and Damyan Villanueva made their MLS NEXT Pro debuts for Chicago.

Chicago kicks off its run tonight with veterans leading young talents

Chicago kicks off its run in the 2024 Leagues Cup on Sunday night against Sporting Kansas City. Beginning at 8:00 p.m. CT, the match will be broadcast globally on MLS Season Pass.

Chicago Fire FC signs Omari Glasgow to short-term deal ahead of Leagues Cup match

Chicago Fire FC has announced the signing of Chicago Fire FC II winger Omari Glasgow to a short-term agreement. Glasgow will be available for today's Leagues Cup 2024 away match against Sporting Kansas City.

Chicago arrests up for business offenses in Q2

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 27, 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.

Cook County home sales in week ending July 20

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 27, 2024

There were 172 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending July 20, according to BlockShopper.com.

School Choice Advocate: 'Chicago Teachers Union president sent her son to a private school after calling school choice racist'

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 27, 2024

School Choice Advocate: 'Chicago Teachers Union president sent her son to a private school after calling school choice racist,' responding to the president's speech at the AFT Convention on July 24.

From Prairie State Wire

University of Illinois Chicago listed among least affordable Illinois institutions for in-state students in 2023

By Prairie State Wire | 10 months ago

College costs for in-state students at the University of Illinois Chicago, in Chicago, were $14,338 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Local Government Meeting today in City of Chicago

City of Chicago City Council Meeting starting at 10 am today — here's what you need to know!

WGN reporter describes River North assault by perp who had been arrested 80 times

Courtney Spinelli, a reporter for WGN-TV in Chicago, posted the details of her being assaulted twice by the same individual on consecutive days on social media, sharing how he was repeatedly released by law enforcement.

Amercian Indian or Alaska Native arrests in Chicago during Q2

Amercian Indian or Alaska Native arrests made up 0.1% of the 11,276 arrests registered in Chicago during the second quarter of 2024.

Robert's Pizza partners with WNBA's Chicago Sky for two-year deal

Robert’s Pizza & Dough Co. announces partnership with the Chicago Sky

City announces full lineup for 2024 Taste of Chicago