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Once convicted murderer Jose Cruz can destroy documents defendants have requested in wrongful conviction defense

By W.J. Kennedy | May 16, 2024

A federal judge is allowing Jose Cruz, convicted of a 1993 murder in Chicago, to withhold communications -

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Local Government Meeting today in City of Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

City of Chicago City Council Meeting starting at 10:30 am today — here's what you need to know!

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Tribute paid to fallen Illinois firefighters at memorial ceremony

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

Yesterday, a tribute was paid to the Illinois firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. This took place at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony in Springfield. The bravery and sacrifice of these individuals will always be remembered.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson's controversial first year: A review

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

CHICAGO (May 15, 2024) – One year into his tenure, Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration has been marked by controversy and unpopularity. According to new polling from the Illinois Policy Institute, Johnson holds a mere 27% favorability rating, making him the least popular incoming mayor in Chicago's history.

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Former Northside College Prep High School standout Bailey Nicholoff’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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The NCAA D3 Softball Championship Tournament is ready to begin with the collegiate team of former University High School Jen Kuhn participating

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Former Marist High School standout Mia Crotty’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 16

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against CSB Bennies.

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The NCAA D3 Softball Championship Tournament is ready to begin with the collegiate team of former University High School Maddie Adams participating

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Wartburg Knights.

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Hanna Voegtle, former Taft High School softball player, will compete on the diamond for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Calvin Knights.

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Audrey Mendenhall, former Taft High School softball player, will compete on the diamond for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Emily DuMais, former Mother Mcauley High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Angelese Cruz, former Pritzker College Prep softball player, will compete on the diamond for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Samya Brown, former Muchin College Prep softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Michelle Smith, former Mother Mcauley High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against DePauw Tigers.

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Ariel Herrera, former John Hancock College Preparatory High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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Nick Daugherty, former Brother Rice High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

They open the tournament against Grand Valley State Lakers.

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Mike Bernas, former Brother Rice High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By Chicago City Wire | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

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Catholic Vote President: Chicago Public Schools teachers 'often abuse their power'

By Chicago City Wire | May 14, 2024

Brian Burch, President of Catholic Vote, said the Chicago Public Schools district forcing students into undisclosed meditation practices is another instance of teachers and their unions "abusing their power." Burch underscored the issue of keeping parents in the dark about classroom activities, which contradicts common sense and highlights systemic problems within the district.

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Board proposes law banning lobbyists' contributions to mayor

By Chicago City Wire | May 14, 2024

During its meeting on May 13, 2024, the Board of Ethics unanimously voted to submit proposed amendments to the Governmental Ethics Ordinance for consideration and passage by the Mayor and City Council. The amendments aim to codify Mayoral Executive Order 2011-2, which bans registered lobbyists from making political contributions to the Mayor or the Mayor's political committee. The proposals also seek to expand on the prohibitions in that order, as detailed in the cover memo.

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Cook County Zoning Board of Appeals met April 17

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 14, 2024

Cook County Zoning Board of Appeals met Wednesday, April 17