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The Illinois House introduced Bill HB4044 on April 24, with Marcus C. Evans, Jr. as the lead sponsor.

Chicago celebrates five-year partnership with Allegiant Air at Midway Airport

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) is marking a significant milestone, celebrating five years of partnership with Allegiant Air.

Mayor announces new fiscal sustainability working group members

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the members of the newly established Chicago Fiscal Sustainability Working Group (CFSWG).

Chicago Teachers Union faces challenges after heavy spending on unsuccessful candidates

The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) has been under scrutiny following its recent election, with Illinois Policy Institute experts ready to provide commentary on the matter.

Curtis J. Tarver, II introduces HB4042 in Illinois House on April 23—here’s what you need to know

The Illinois House introduced Bill HB4042 on April 23, with Curtis J. Tarver, II as the lead sponsor.

HSLDA counsel on Rep. Costa Howard’s snub of homeschoolers: ‘You've got this white progressive out-of-touch Democrat’

By Chicago City Wire reports | May 15, 2025

A debate over an Illinois homeschooling bill has evolved into a public dispute within the Democratic Party, involving allegations of political retaliation, racial tension, and differing views on parental rights.

Social media influencer Kat Abughazaleh announces run for Congress in Illinois

Politics in the United States continues to be influenced by social media, as evidenced by Katherine "Kat" Abughazaleh's recent announcement of her candidacy for Illinois' 9th Congressional District.

Guy Chipparoni named chair of Choose Chicago board by Mayor Johnson

Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Guy Chipparoni as the new Chair of the Board of Directors for Choose Chicago.

Cook County Sheriff's Office celebrates K9 birthday and honors fallen officers

The Cook County Sheriff's Office marked significant occasions on May 14-15 with tweets celebrating a K9's birthday and honoring fallen officers through memorial events such as the St. Jude Memorial March and Peace Officers Memorial Day observances

Cook County Sheriff's Office supports Special Olympics fundraising with 'Cop on a Rooftop

The Cook County Sheriff's Office engages in community support and memorial activities as highlighted in their recent tweets dated May 15, 2025.

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Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action on Sunday, May 18?

This former Chicago City Wire area high school standout will be in action on Sunday, May 18.

Key details on HB1617 presented by Jaime M. Andrade, Jr. in the House on Jan. 23

House Bill HB1617, backed by Jaime M. Andrade, Jr., was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 23, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

Justin Slaughter introduces HB1655 in House on Jan. 23—here’s what you need to know

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1655 on Jan. 23, with Justin Slaughter as the lead sponsor.

Key details on HB1618 presented by Jaime M. Andrade, Jr. in the House on Jan. 23

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1618 on Jan. 23, with Jaime M. Andrade, Jr. as the lead sponsor.

House to review HB1628 introduced by Will Guzzardi on Jan. 23

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1628 on Jan. 23, with Will Guzzardi as the lead sponsor.

Sonya M. Harper introduces HB1608 in House on Jan. 23—here’s what you need to know

House Bill HB1608, backed by Sonya M. Harper, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 23, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

House to review HB1619 introduced by Jaime M. Andrade, Jr. on Jan. 23

House Bill HB1619, backed by Jaime M. Andrade, Jr., was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 23, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

New bill introduced by Sonya M. Harper on Jan. 23 in the Illinois House—what does HB1607 say?

House Bill HB1607, backed by Sonya M. Harper, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 23, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

HB1626 presented by Mary Gill on Jan. 23 in the House

House Bill HB1626, backed by Mary Gill, was introduced in the Illinois House on Jan. 23, according to the Illinois General Assembly.

Brad Stephens brings HB1648 to the Illinois House on Jan. 23—what to know