Quantcast

Chicago City Wire

Friday, May 23, 2025

News from January 2025

Medium ww43281x8sitlz8ikoii5a353tqr

Sonya M. Harper brings HB1331 to the Illinois House on Jan. 14—what to know

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1331 on Jan. 14, with Sonya M. Harper as the lead sponsor.

Medium qf60hbcwuhqs57jrlzn0wjj9702h

Chicago considers landmark status for historic Kingdom Baptist Church

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

Kingdom Baptist Church in Austin is on the path to becoming an official Chicago landmark.

Medium 2kfcb0s97tdvc5obrkl7hlg9bg4l

UI Health updates masking policy amid rise in respiratory illnesses

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

UI Health has announced new masking requirements in response to the increased circulation of respiratory illnesses, including influenza, RSV, and COVID-19.

Medium qf60hbcwuhqs57jrlzn0wjj9702h

Chicago approves expansion for Diversey/Chicago River TIF District

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

An amendment to the Diversey/Chicago River Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district was approved by City Council, aiming to support the ongoing redevelopment of the CHA's Julie C. Lathrop Homes housing complex.

Medium gbcyk3mwe4be0pk0upyzm227qvaq

Chicago proposes land purchase for Englewood development

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

The City of Chicago is considering the purchase of 0.7 acres of land near Throop and 59th streets to facilitate mixed-use development in Englewood.

Medium gbcyk3mwe4be0pk0upyzm227qvaq

Chicago businesses proposed for property tax rebates

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

Five business expansion projects in Chicago, valued at over $8 million, are set to benefit from Class 6(b) Cook County property tax incentives.

Medium gbcyk3mwe4be0pk0upyzm227qvaq

East Garfield Park set for new arts center under proposed land sale

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

A proposal to sell 0.6 acres of vacant city land for the construction of a community arts center in East Garfield Park was introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Medium gbcyk3mwe4be0pk0upyzm227qvaq

West Pullman plans $40M light industrial facility with city land sale

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

A proposal to sell five acres of vacant City land in West Pullman has been introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Medium qf60hbcwuhqs57jrlzn0wjj9702h

Austin art gallery receives city grant for development

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

A vacant building in Austin is set to be transformed into an arts space and café with the help of a $662,778 grant from the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund.

Medium qf60hbcwuhqs57jrlzn0wjj9702h

Former Clearing firehouse proposed for conversion into single-family home

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

The former Engine Co. #127 firehouse in Clearing is set to be sold and transformed into a private single-family residence.

B1e7c2bc ec4a 41b1 9931 958db5ab6ef8

Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 18?

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 15, 2025

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 18.

Medium 60742fbe 8ea8 4c64 8072 1fa76a6138e5

The DePaul Blue Demons have confirmed their complete list of games for the 2025 season

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

DePaul Blue Demons bring 20 players to the field.

Medium lh2qe0nny0rfixzyxofr28ppwckx

Key details on SB0040 presented by Willie Preston in the Senate on Jan. 13

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

Senate Bill SB0040, backed by Willie Preston, was introduced in the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

Medium mvk8nci7kp419udf1mzx025xitfm

Kam Buckner brings HB1292 to the Illinois House on Jan. 13—what to know

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1292 on Jan. 13, with Kam Buckner as the lead sponsor.

Medium t4uykr61p8lvy38rkvs94akfvji2

SB0063 presented by Robert Peters on Jan. 13 in the Senate

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

Senate Bill SB0063, backed by Robert Peters, was introduced in the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

Medium t4uykr61p8lvy38rkvs94akfvji2

Robert Peters brings SB0064 to the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13—what to know

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

Senate Bill SB0064, backed by Robert Peters, was introduced in the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

Medium t4uykr61p8lvy38rkvs94akfvji2

Senate to review SB0066 introduced by Robert Peters on Jan. 13

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois Senate introduced Senate Bill SB0066 on Jan. 13, with Robert Peters as the lead sponsor.

Medium t4uykr61p8lvy38rkvs94akfvji2

Robert Peters brings SB0067 to the Illinois Senate on Jan. 13—what to know

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois Senate introduced Senate Bill SB0067 on Jan. 13, with Robert Peters as the lead sponsor.

Medium t4uykr61p8lvy38rkvs94akfvji2

SB0061 presented by Robert Peters on Jan. 13 in the Senate

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

The Illinois Senate introduced Senate Bill SB0061 on Jan. 13, with Robert Peters as the lead sponsor.

Medium o48tiz3jyvliwkx7hljvn99hajw7

New bill introduced by Kelly M. Cassidy on Jan. 13 in the Illinois House—what does HB1302 say?

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 14, 2025

House Bill HB1302, backed by Kelly M. Cassidy, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 13, according to the Illinois General Assembly.