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The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this month.

Chicago Public Schools Board election: Early voting starts October 3

Early voting for the Chicago Public Schools Board of Education race begins on Thursday, October 3, ahead of the November 5 general election. This marks the first time a candidate will be elected for one of ten districts in the school board.

City of Chicago opens nominations for official Christmas Tree

The City of Chicago is now accepting nominations for its official 2024 Christmas Tree. Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) are seeking a tree to be displayed in Millennium Park at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Washington Street. Nominations from the Chicagoland area can be submitted via email to dcase@cityofchicago.org until Monday, October 14 at 8 pm.

Chicago Sky announce departure of Head Coach Teresa Weatherspoon

The Chicago Sky have announced that they are parting ways with Head Coach Teresa Weatherspoon. This decision was made after careful consideration, according to a statement from Nadia Rawlinson, the team's co-owner and operating chairman.

City of Chicago revises timeline for FY2025 budget process

The City of Chicago has announced a revised timeline for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Calendar. In accordance with Executive Order 2023-19 and the recent budget forecast, the introduction of the FY2025 Executive Budget Recommendation is now set for October 30, 2024. This change aims to allow for a more comprehensive and inclusive budget process, ensuring informed and transparent fiscal decisions that reflect the needs of Chicago residents.

Chicago Fire FC announces winners of #AvoFire Ultimate Soccer Sweepstakes

Chicago Fire FC, Avocados from Peru, and Mariano’s have announced the winners of the #AvoFire Ultimate Soccer Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes, which began on June 30, offered fans a chance to win an AVO Fire Co-branded 2024 Tesla Model Y.

Illinois voters face non-binding millionaire's tax proposal for property relief

Early voting has started in Illinois for the November 5 general election, which includes a non-binding advisory question on whether the state should adopt a "millionaire" tax for property tax relief.

Entertainment events this week in City of Chicago: Sept. 29 - Oct. 5

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

This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 29-Oct. 5)

This week in City of Chicago history.

Entertainment events this October in City of Chicago

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

Chicago Fire ties Toronto FC; eliminated from playoff contention

Chicago Fire FC and Toronto FC played to a 1-1 draw at SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday night. With this result, Chicago Fire FC has been eliminated from playoff contention with two matches remaining in the regular season.

Lawyers spar over testing of police documents in Jose Cruz wrongful conviction case

By W.J. Kennedy | Sep 29, 2024

Lawyers defending the city in the Jose Cruz wrongful conviction case have asked a federal judge to delay the testing of samples from the 1993 General Offense Case Report of the murder of a 16-year-old Antwane Douglas at North and Kedzie Avenues. Additionally, the city's defense is asking for the judge to arrange a time when both legal teams' experts can be present at the testing.

Will State's Attorney Kim Foxx throw open the prison doors during final months in office?

By W.J. Kennedy | Sep 29, 2024

The scuttlebutt in Chicago among watchdogs and former Cook County prosecutors is that State's Attorney Kim Foxx will spend her remaining three months in office executing a rash of exonerations she has planned, including one convicted of the 2011 murder of a beloved off-duty Chicago police officer.

Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30?

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 30.

Cook County home sales during week ending Sept. 21

There were 1,067 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Sept. 21, according to BlockShopper.com.

School events this week in City of Chicago: Sept. 29 - Oct. 5

The following school events are scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this week.

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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.

Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center Advisory Board met September 26

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 28, 2024

Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center Advisory Board met 12 p.m. Thursday, September 26

Chicago Fire prepares for home clash against Toronto FC