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Did Mayor Johnson stiff community group in sweetheart mortgage deal?

Mayor Brandon Johnson took advantage of a special mortgage deal for employees of Chicago Public Schools (CPS) in 2009 that granted first-time home buyers a $3,000 no-interest loan, records with the Cook County Clerk’s office show.

By W.J. Kennedy | Jan 20, 2025

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Chicago area lawyer, Maria McCarthy, being talked about for U.S. Attorney for the Northern District

Prominent members of the legal and law enforcement communities in the Chicago area are getting behind

By W.J. Kennedy | Dec 18, 2024

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Kasal: 'Governor JB Pritzker has blatantly misled Illinoisans'

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 20, 2024

Brian Kasal, President of the Northside Republicans Club, criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's budgetary policies on November 19.

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Capital Research Center study: Anti-police and anti-Israel movements have much in common

By W.J. Kennedy | Nov 16, 2024

Former mayoral candidate Paul Vallas recently called out Mayor Brandon Johnson

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Johnson: Trump a 'tyrant' for planning to deport Chicago illegal aliens

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 13, 2024

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced that the city’s police department would not collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in deportation efforts, referring to President-elect Donald Trump as a “tyrant.” His remarks came in response to threats from the incoming administration to target so-called “sanctuary cities” like Chicago.

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Beverly Unitarian Church member on hosting post-election grief session: 'The reality is we all know MAGA is a bunch of rapey weirdos'

By Chicago City Wire reports | Nov 9, 2024

In the wake of Donald Trump’s victory in the Nov. 5 presidential election, Beverly Unitarian Church member Anna Carviln opened The Castle, the church’s home, to “people who need support given the election results.”

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A Burke or Fioretti win expected to bring Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office back to adhering to rule of law

By W.J. Kennedy | Oct 31, 2024

The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) went off script with Kim Foxx over her eight years in office exonerating scores of convicted murders on questionable claims of police and prosecutorial misconduct.

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"How do you spell racist? C-P-S;" WTTW journalist covering CTU is married to former CTU activist

By LGIS News Service | Oct 22, 2024

Heather Cherone, the lead news reporter covering Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and its teachers' union for Chicago's PBS affiliate, is married to a former CPS teacher and union activist.

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President of Chicago Northside Republican Party: 'Republicans, seize this moment!'

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 18, 2024

Brian Kasal, President of the Northside Republican Club, emphasized the importance of early voting for Republicans to ensure their voices are heard in the upcoming election. He cited tight polling and unexpected events like hurricanes as potential disruptions. Kasal made his statement to Chicago City Wire on October 16.

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President of Chicago Northside Republican Party: 'Republicans, seize this moment!'

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 18, 2024

Brian Kasal, President of the Northside Republican Club, emphasized the importance of early voting for Republicans to ensure their voices are heard in the upcoming election. With tight polling and potential disruptions from hurricanes, Kasal made his statement to Chicago City Wire on October 16.

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“It’s unfortunate:” leading advocate for developmentally-disabled, Proft looks for a new charity

By LGIS News Service | Oct 17, 2024

The Envision Classic charity golf tournament, scheduled for Sept. 30 at Olympia Fields, was cancelled.

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House District 36 candidate Shanahan McGovern: ‘Crime versus community safety should not even be a debate’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Oct 16, 2024

Christine Shanahan McGovern, the Republican candidate for Illinois House District 36, has issued a strong response to the recent endorsement of GOP candidate Bob Fioretti by civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson.

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Bears Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher endorses Trump: 'America needs him now more than ever'

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 1, 2024

NFL Hall of Fame Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher has officially endorsed presidential candidate Donald Trump, calling him the only leader capable of tackling the nation's pressing issues, particularly inflation and border security.

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Rogers Park Provisions stocks controversial 'Antifa Oktoberfist' beer amid politically motivated violence linked to the extremist group

By Chicago City Wire reports | Sep 26, 2024

Rogers Park Provisions is stocking its shelves with a range of politically-themed beers from Minocqua Brewing Company, including an "Antifa beer" that pays tribute to the extremist group currently linked to several violent crimes across the U.S.

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3rd Congressional District candidate Booras: ‘The most recent influx of gangs from Venezuela is very troubling and concerning’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Sep 9, 2024

John Booras, a candidate for Illinois' 3rd Congressional District, has sharply criticized both current immigration policies and the handling of gang activity in the region. His remarks come as he calls for a more rigorous approach to law enforcement and immigration enforcement.

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3rd Congressional District candidate Booras on censorship of billboards around DNC: 'The facts demonstrate that Pritzker and Johnson have made serious errors in judgment'

By Chicago City Wire reports | Aug 26, 2024

3rd Congressional District candidate John Booras has sharply criticized the censorship of political advertisements and the decision-making of state leaders, highlighting recent disputes over billboard ads and the effectiveness of current mainstream media.

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President of Advocates for Victims of Illegal Alien Crime: Naysayers of illegal alien crime 'sanitize' the language, rely on scanty data

By W.J. Kennedy | Aug 23, 2024

New York Times columnist is hiding behind semantics and a dearth of data in his attack

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Executive Director of Illinois Right to Life: Planned Parenthood mobile clinic at DNC reflects 'the most aggressively pro-abortion platform in the history of the United States'

By Chicago City Wire reports | Aug 23, 2024

The Democratic National Convention in Chicago saw a dramatic clash over reproductive rights as Planned Parenthood’s mobile truck offered free chemical abortions and vasectomies outside the United Center.

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Second Ward Committeeman: DNC 'will be a disaster for Chicago'

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 20, 2024

Christopher "CJ" Gallo, Committeeman of Chicago's Second Ward, stated that the Democratic National Convention (DNC) will lead to violence and attributed the blame to Democrats. Gallo made this statement to Chicago City Wire on August 16.

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Cortes: Chicago has highest joblessness but 'plenty of resources for illegal migrants'

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 16, 2024

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said Chicago has "plenty of resources for illegal migrants" despite having the highest rate jobless rate in the country.