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Cook County Health Board of Directors Finance Committee met Thursday, Sept. 12

Cook County Commission on Social Innovation met Sept. 12

Cook County Commission on Social Innovation met Thursday, Sept. 12

City of Wheaton Public Library Board met Aug. 19

City of Wheaton Public Library Board met Monday, Aug. 19

City of Wheaton Public Library Board met Sept. 16

City of Wheaton Public Library Board met Monday, Sept. 16

City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Aug. 20

City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Tuesday, Aug. 20

City of Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission met Aug. 21

City of Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission met Wednesday, Aug. 21

City of Wheaton City Council met Sept. 16

City of Wheaton City Council met Monday, Sept. 16

Social justice groups calling for more exonerations to rally outside State's Attorney Kim Foxx’s office

By W.J. Kennedy | Sep 21, 2024

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx has exonerated over 250 since first taking office in late 2016.

Analysis: ACE Amandla Charter School administrators rank 41st lowest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in ACE Amandla Charter School earn an average of $79,373 per year, ranking 41st lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

North DuSable Lake Shore Dr resurfacing rescheduled due to weather

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced changes to the schedule for the ongoing resurfacing of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive (DLSD) between LaSalle Drive and Hollywood Avenue. Due to inclement weather, work scheduled for Sunday, September 22 has been postponed to Monday, September 23. One southbound lane will remain closed between Irving Park and Diversey.

Chicago releases RFP for 2025 municipal depository designation

The City of Chicago has released its 2024 Request for Proposals (RFP) for designation as a 2025 Municipal Depository. The documentation provided includes several forms and pledges that potential depositories must complete.

CDOT announces lane closures on North DuSable Lake Shore Drive

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced additional closures and traffic impacts related to the ongoing resurfacing of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

Illinois Secretary of State announces shift in DMV facility operating hours

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced a change in DMV facility operating hours across the state next week to align with higher customer demand in the morning.

Angel Reese earns WNBA peak performer award for leading league in rebound

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese has been named a 2024 WNBA Peak Performer in rebounds after finishing the regular season with a league-best 13.1 rebounds per game.

2023: Horizon Science Acad-McKinley Park administrators rank 148th lowest in state for average salary

Administrators in Horizon Science Acad-McKinley Park earn an average of $90,057 per year, ranking 148th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Entertainment events this weekend in City of Chicago: Friday, Sept. 20 - Sunday, Sept. 22

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

50.7% of college applicants to Cook County's 98 universities were admitted for fall 2022

Cook County's 98 universities admitted an estimated 50.7% of applicants for fall 2022, an increase over the previous year.

Jeffrey Pride Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Research to celebrate 25 Years at 2024 Winter Gala

The Jeffrey Pride Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Research will celebrate its 25th anniversary at the 2024 Winter Gala. The event will raise funds to support research in pediatric cancer.

Angel Reese's historic rookie season sets new benchmarks for WNBA performance

By Robbie Hodin

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