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Former CEO of Chicago Public Schools on Illinois' state policy: 'High taxes, failing schools, high crime, and statewide sanctuary laws'

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 2, 2025

Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, said that Illinois' high taxes, crime rates, failing schools, and sanctuary laws are prompting residents to leave and contributing to the state's economic decline.

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Cboe Global Markets has not responded to formal complaint regarding alleged financial irregularities

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 2, 2025

The Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe) has not responded to a formal complaint requesting an investigation into alleged attorney misconduct related to financial irregularities at Belvedere Trading.

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Cook County Education: 17,190 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 2, 2025

In Cook County schools, 17,190 multiracial students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Chicago Tribune faces buyouts as part of restructuring under Alden ownership

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 2, 2025

Two weeks ago, Tribune Publishing informed the Chicago Tribune Guild that buyout offers are available for staff at the Chicago Tribune.

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School events this July in City of Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this month.

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Convicted murderer Robert Smith poised to receive settlement in wrongful conviction case

By W.J. Kennedy | Jul 1, 2025

Robert Smith, who was convicted in 1988 of murdering his wife’s mother and grandmother, is set to receive a settlement in his federal wrongful conviction lawsuit filed in 2021, according to a recent court filing.

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‘All trimester abortions’ now advertised by Chicago clinic, as pro-life leaders warned in 2019

By W.J. Kennedy | Jul 1, 2025

A new abortion clinic in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood is advertising “all trimester abortions,” a development that some pro-life advocates say confirms warnings they issued when Illinois passed the Reproductive Health Act in 2019.

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Former CPD officer says morale, crime crisis rooted in lack of leadership: ‘Coming from the top’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jul 1, 2025

Former Chicago police officer Charles Walters says the department is in crisis due to what he calls a collapse in authority, surging crime and a lack of leadership from City Hall.

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Last-minute cancellation of Pride North sparks outrage, questions over Ald. Hadden’s role and intentions: 'Highly suspicious'

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jul 1, 2025

Maria Hadden, alderperson of Chicago’s 49th Ward, canceled the annual Pride North street festival in Rogers Park less than 24 hours before it was scheduled to begin, leading some residents and business owners to question the timing and handling of the decision.

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President of Northside Republicans: 'The future of Illinois depends on how we invest in our own people'

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

Brian Kasal, President of Northside Republicans, said that stricter Chinese visa requirements will help refocus the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) on serving Illinois students instead of advancing foreign interests.

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Chicago mayor vetoes teen curfew measure amid rising concerns

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

Brandon Johnson, the mayor of Chicago, recently vetoed a curfew measure aimed at controlling late-night gatherings of unsupervised minors.

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Angel Reese earns second career player of the week honor

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese has been recognized as the WNBA's Eastern Conference Player of the Week for Week 4, according to an announcement by the league.

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Chicago Sky partners with Moonshot to counter online threats against players

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

The Chicago Sky, a WNBA team, has announced a partnership with Moonshot to enhance player safety by using technology traditionally applied in national security and defense.

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Chicago releases comprehensive financial report highlighting fiscal strategies for FY2024

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

The City of Chicago has published its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024.

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Chicago begins $5.1M reconstruction on Central Park Avenue

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Public Building Commission (PBC) have initiated a street reconstruction project on Central Park Avenue in the 17th Ward's Chicago Lawn neighborhood.

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Chicago Fire FC II earns MLS NEXT Pro Team of Matchweek honor

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II has been recognized as the MLS NEXT Pro Team of Matchweek 16.

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Chicago launches '100 Free Acts of Theater' citywide arts initiative

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 1, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have announced a new initiative, "100 Free Acts of Theater," in collaboration with Goodman Theatre.

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Former Chicago Public Schools CEO on teachers union: 'Youth safety is not a CTU priority'

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Paul Vallas, former Chief Executive Officer of Chicago Public Schools, has expressed criticism towards the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU), accusing it of prioritizing politics over student safety.

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Founder of Chicago Contrarian: Most of Chicago's education crisis 'is due to the Chicago Teachers Union'

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 30, 2025

Florian Sohnke, founder of the Chicago Contrarian, said that Chicago's public education failures are linked to union influence, citing numerous schools with no basic proficiency.

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279 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Information industry across Chicago City Wire publication area during 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 30, 2025

In 2024, 99.3% of H-1B petitions filed by Information 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.