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The Chicago Sky will face the Los Angeles Sparks at Wintrust Arena on Tuesday, June 24, at 7 p.m. CT.

Art Institute hosts Pixy Liao's first Chicago exhibit on relationship dynamics

The Art Institute of Chicago will present "Pixy Liao: Relationship Material" from July 26 to December 8, 2025.

Chicago Fire FC faces Philadelphia Union as second half of season begins

Chicago Fire FC is set to begin the second half of their 2025 season against Philadelphia Union on Wednesday, June 25, at Soldier Field.

Board submits rule changes for city council review

At its meeting on June 16, 2025, the Board decided to submit proposed amendments to its Rules and Regulations to the City Council.

Mayor Johnson announces Juneteenth initiatives amid budget concerns

With Chicago facing significant budget challenges, Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced two initiatives that have drawn mixed reactions.

143 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Wholesale Trade industry across Chicago City Wire publication area during 2024

Of the 148 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located across Chicago City Wire publication area 143 were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Former Chicago Public Schools CEO: Warrant crisis puts 'CPD officers lives in grave danger'

Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, has raised concerns over Cook County's handling of arrest warrants and protection orders, suggesting that these failures have increased risks for both police officers and victims.

U.S. DOJ Attorney amidst Belvedere Trading dispute: 'Attorneys who violate the trust of their clients' 'will be held accountable'

Andrew Boutros, an attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), emphasized the accountability faced by legal professionals who fail in their fiduciary responsibilities or betray client trust in financial cases.

Chance the Rapper joins Chicago Fire FC summer concert series

Chicago Fire FC has announced that Chance the Rapper will perform as part of the club's 2025 Summer Concert Series, presented by Café Bustelo.

UI Health's volunteer program becomes largest in Illinois

Volunteer Services at UI Health has surpassed 1,000 active volunteers, establishing its program as the largest hospital volunteer initiative in Illinois and the fourth-largest nationwide.

Rush University highlights achievements of its undergraduate health sciences programs

Kellye Walters-Warren, MS, transitioned from retail to a career in clinical nutrition after completing her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences (BSHS) at Rush University in 2020.

CDOT begins work on raised crosswalks along Damen Avenue

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced the commencement of construction work on Damen Avenue, focusing on installing raised crosswalks and intersections.

Critics question effectiveness of Mayor Johnson's affordable housing plans

Mayor Brandon Johnson has been promoting his affordable housing initiatives, including the Green Social Housing program and a $1.25 billion housing bond.

This week in City of Chicago history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (June 22-28)

This week in City of Chicago history.

There were 170,528 Black students enrolled in Cook County schools in 2023-24 school year

In the 2023-24 school year, 25.2% of students enrolled in Cook County schools identified as Black.

Chicago City Wire publication area records 2 H-1B petitions from employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

In 2024, two H-1B petitions were filed by an employer classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located within the Chicago City Wire publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Chicago Sky set for rematch against Atlanta Dream after earlier defeat

The Chicago Sky will face off against the Atlanta Dream on Sunday, June 22, in a road game marking their second meeting this season.

Chicago announces changes to 'One System' shelter initiative amid budget concerns