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News from August 2025

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White House urged toward broader federal role addressing persistent violent crime issues in Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

The White House has several options to help address crime in Chicago, with one proposed measure being the implementation of a Federal Public Safety Consent Decree.

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Chicago Sky prepare for rematch against Seattle Storm amid playoff implications

By K. S. Bishop | Aug 18, 2025

The Chicago Sky will face the Seattle Storm for the second time this season at Wintrust Arena on Tuesday, August 19.

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Founder of League of American Workers on Chicago politics: 'Traditional Dem constituencies flee the radicalized Dems in droves'

By Chicago City Wire reports | Aug 18, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said that Chicago's Chinatown has shifted toward becoming a political swing area.

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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Retail Trade industry across Chicago City Wire publication area in 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

In 2024, 98.9% of H-1B petitions filed by Retail Trade employers across Chicago City Wire publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Understanding causes and treatments for scalp psoriasis at UI Health

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Scalp psoriasis is a chronic skin condition marked by the rapid replication of skin cells on the scalp, leading to red, scaly patches.

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Chicago Fire FC II hosts Philadelphia Union II after unbeaten streak

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II is set to face Philadelphia Union II at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, on Friday, August 15.

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Chicago Fire FC II defeats Philadelphia Union II with two late goals

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II secured a 2-0 victory over Philadelphia Union II on Friday night at SeatGeek Stadium.

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Johnson announces nearly $1.9 million in Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grants

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

A group of 14 small businesses and organizations across Chicago have been named finalists for the latest round of Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) grants, with awards totaling nearly $1.9 million.

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Chicago Fire FC adds André Franco on loan from FC Porto

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has acquired midfielder André Franco on loan from FC Porto for the remainder of the 2025 season, with an option to purchase.

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O'Hare International Airport sets new passenger traffic record for June

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

O’Hare International Airport experienced its busiest June on record in 2025, with more than 8 million passengers passing through its terminals.

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Illinois sees slow rate of new business openings despite high application numbers

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Despite a high number of business applications filed in Illinois compared to other Midwestern states, only 5.6% of those applicants opened businesses and became operational within 12 months in 2024.

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Zinckernagel earns second straight MLS Team of the Matchday honor after win over St. Louis

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Fire FC winger Philip Zinckernagel has been named to the MLS Team of the Matchday for the second consecutive week, following his performance in a 3-2 comeback win over St. Louis CITY SC at SeatGeek Stadium.

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Mayor Johnson criticizes threat of National Guard deployment and calls for restoration of anti-violence funds

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 18, 2025

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson responded to President Donald Trump’s recent press conference, where the president threatened to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Aug. 17-23)

By L. T. Fry | Aug 17, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Chicago Fire FC rallies late to defeat St. Louis CITY SC at SeatGeek Stadium

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 17, 2025

Chicago Fire FC secured a 3-2 win over St. Louis CITY SC on Saturday night at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois.

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Home sales in Cook County in week ending Aug. 9

By A. S. Tackett | Aug 16, 2025

There were 881 reported residential sales in Cook County in the week ending Aug. 9, according to BlockShopper.com.

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School event this week in City of Chicago: Aug. 17-23

By W. H. Carroll | Aug 16, 2025

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

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Remembering Carol Moseley Braun's birthday: reflections on the career of an American diplomat, politician, and lawyer (August 16)

By H. D. Cruz | Aug 16, 2025

On August 16, 1947, Carol Elizabeth Moseley Braun was born, heralding the beginning of a life marked by significant achievements and a deep connection to Chicago City, IL.

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Chicago Fire FC maintains lineup for rivalry match against St. Louis CITY SC

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 16, 2025

Chicago Fire FC will face St. Louis CITY SC at SeatGeek Stadium tonight in the teams' third-ever regular season meeting.

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Fraternal Order of Police to appeal ruling that arbitration for 'egregious misconduct' must be public

By W.J. Kennedy | Aug 15, 2025

An attorney representing the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) said the organization plans to appeal to the Illinois Supreme Court after a three-judge appellate panel upheld a ruling requiring public access to arbitration hearings involving serious police misconduct.