June, 2025 Stories | Chicago City Wire

Chicago Sky narrowly defeated by Golden State Valkyries in historic first encounter

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 27, 2025

The Chicago Sky faced the Golden State Valkyries in their first-ever matchup, resulting in a 78-83 loss for the Sky.

Mayor Johnson announces new task force for slavery reparations

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 27, 2025

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has reignited discussions on slavery reparations with the introduction of a new task force.

Chicago announces schedule for Taste of Chicago across neighborhoods

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 27, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced the return of the Taste of Chicago, scheduled for September 5-7, 2025.

Chicago Fire FC faces Charlotte FC seeking redemption after midweek loss

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 27, 2025

Chicago Fire FC is set to conclude a three-game homestand with a match against Charlotte FC on Saturday, June 28.

Chicago faces restaurant industry struggles under new wage law

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

It has been nearly two years since Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the One Fair Wage ordinance, a policy designed to phase out the subminimum wage for tipped workers over five years.

Universal announces second horror attraction set for Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, has announced plans to open its second Universal Horror Unleashed location in Chicago.

O'Hare International Airport forms sister airport alliance with iGA Istanbul

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and iGA Istanbul Airport have announced a new Sister Airport agreement between O’Hare International Airport and iGA.

Sky face Valkyries in first-ever matchup amid lineup changes

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Chicago is set to start its four-game road trip against Golden State on Friday, June 27 at 9 p.m. CT.

Community invited to Summer Bash at Carrollton City Park & Pool

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Mark your calendars for a community event scheduled on Saturday, July 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Carrollton City Park & Pool.

Business owner on Hadden: ‘Business owners that I talk to want to keep their mouth shut because they're afraid of her’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jun 26, 2025

A longtime Rogers Park business owner is breaking their silence about 49th Ward Ald. Maria Hadden, alleging that she has created a climate of fear and retaliation that has left local entrepreneurs “terrified to speak out.”

Le Piano jazz club fined $5,000 amid dispute over pedestrian street use in Rogers Park

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jun 25, 2025

Le Piano, a jazz club in Rogers Park, has been fined $5,000 by the City of Chicago after officials ordered the removal of a grand piano placed outside the venue on a pedestrian-only street.

Alderman Lopez calls 'No Kings' protest performative, warns Democrats are becoming ‘party of the elite’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jun 25, 2025

Ray Lopez, 15th Ward alderman, said the June 14 “No Kings” protest against President Donald Trump was a “pointless performance by progressive elites” and warned that the Democratic Party is becoming disconnected from working-class voters as Chicago faces rising lawlessness.

Belvedere Trading founder: 'I'm requesting CBOE Global Markets Inc do a full and transparent investigation' into bad actors

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

William Carlson, founder of Belvedere Trading, has called for a comprehensive investigation by Cboe Global Markets following the resurfacing of a concealed 2010 forensic report that details alleged criminal conduct.