Chicago City Wire

The following event is scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this week.

Rockford man sentenced to ten years for illegal firearm possession

A federal judge has sentenced a Rockford man to ten years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm.

Biden signs disaster declaration for Illinois after severe weather in July

On September 20, United States President Joseph R. Biden signed a federal Major Disaster Declaration to authorize the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Individual Assistance program for seven counties in Illinois, including Cook County and the City of Chicago. This decision follows severe weather and flooding that affected the state from July 13 through July 16, 2024.

Chicago Fire FC II loses to Orlando City B with a score of 3-0

Chicago Fire FC II was defeated 3-0 by Orlando City B on Monday night at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida. This result leaves Chicago Fire FC II in eighth place in the Eastern Conference standings.

Chicago awards over $4M in grants to nonprofit arts organizations

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced grants totaling over $4 million to 185 nonprofit arts organizations in Chicago. These grants are part of the City of Chicago’s 2024 CityArts Program, which aims to support local arts organizations across various disciplines.

Entertainment events this week in City of Chicago: Sept. 22-28

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

Chicago Fire falls to CF Montréal; remains five points below playoff line

Chicago Fire FC fell 2-0 to CF Montréal on Saturday night at Stade Saputo. The match saw goals from Josef Martínez in the 21st minute and Caden Clark in the 74th minute. Despite out-shooting Montréal 13-11 and holding 52 percent of possession, Chicago was unable to score against Jonathan Sirois.

Chicago issues RFI seeking new first responder technologies

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the issuance of a Request for Information (RFI) to gather recommendations on first responder technology. This move aims to ensure prompt attention from first responders during emergencies. The City of Chicago, as previously stated in February 2024, will discontinue using acoustic gunshot detection technology from SoundThinking, Inc. starting Sunday, September 22, 2024.

Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23?

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23.

School events this week in City of Chicago: Sept. 22-28

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

Week ending Sept. 14: Cook County home sales

There were 524 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Sept. 14, according to BlockShopper.com.

Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

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

Village of Brighton Zoning Committee met September 17

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 21, 2024

Village of Brighton Zoning Committee met 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 17

Chicago Fire FC faces CF Montréal amid playoff race