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Chicago oversight commission seeks to limit police traffic stops

By W.J. Kennedy | Jul 18, 2025

A civilian oversight commission is proposing to restrict when Chicago police officers can conduct traffic stops, potentially ending enforcement of several minor vehicle code violations.

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7,710 Black individuals arrested in Chicago during Q2

By J. A. Schumacher | Jul 18, 2025

Black arrests made up 62.6% of the 12,321 arrests registered in Chicago during the second quarter of 2025.

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Bronzeville Academy Charter School students suspended 75 times just in 2023-24 school year

By I. D. Holmes | Jul 18, 2025

There were 75 incidents of students being suspended just in Bronzeville Academy Charter School during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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Victims advocate on bill allowing illegal immigrants to work as driver instructors: ‘It’s even beyond nonsense’

By W.J. Kennedy | Jul 17, 2025

Governor J.B. Pritzker is reportedly considering legislation that would allow illegal immigrants with temporary driver’s licenses to work as certified driving instructors in Illinois, a proposal critics say could violate federal law.

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Betty Shabazz International Charter School Report: Suspensions in Betty Shabazz International Charter School totaled 122 just in 2023-24 school year

By I. D. Holmes | Jul 17, 2025

There were 122 incidents of students being suspended just in Betty Shabazz International Charter School during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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In memoriam of George M. O'Brien's Death Anniversary: acknowledging the contributions of the Republican Congressman (July 17)

By H. D. Cruz | Jul 17, 2025

On July 17, 1986, George Miller O'Brien passed away in Chicago, IL, marking the end of a life dedicated to public service and community advocacy.

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Former chief Weitzel discusses impact of proactive policing on Chicago mass shootings

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 17, 2025

Over the extended Fourth of July holiday weekend, Chicago experienced significant violence with multiple mass shootings and stabbings.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights summer outreach events and recruitment efforts

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 17, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office used social media from July 15-17, 2025, to share updates about community engagement events in Glenbrook Countryside and Mt.

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Philip Zinckernagel named to MLS Team of the Matchday bench

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 17, 2025

Chicago Fire FC winger Philip Zinckernagel has been named to the MLS Team of the Matchday bench for Matchday 25.

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City of Chicago hires Motley Rice on contingency fee contract to sue Glock, FOIA records show

By Chicago City Wire News Service | Jul 16, 2025

The City of Chicago has retained the national plaintiffs’ law firm Motley Rice LLC on a contingency-fee basis to assist with litigation against Glock, Inc., according to documents obtained via a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request filed by Chicago City Wire.

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ACE Amandla Charter School students suspended 194 times during 2023-24 school year

By I. D. Holmes | Jul 16, 2025

There were 194 incidents of students being suspended just in ACE Amandla Charter School during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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Rush University appoints four faculty members to endowed positions

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 16, 2025

Rush University recently honored four faculty members with appointments to endowed positions during a ceremony on June 26.

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Chicago Fire FC draws with Atlanta United FC

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 16, 2025

Chicago Fire FC and Atlanta United FC ended their match in a 2-2 draw at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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How did home valuation prices perform in Cook County in May 2025, compared to May 2024?

By G. H. Day | Jul 15, 2025

In May, the median sale price of a home in Cook County rose by $25,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 4.1%.

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How many times were students suspended or expelled in Intrinsic 2 Charter High School during 2023-24 school year?

By I. D. Holmes | Jul 15, 2025

There were 185 incidents of students being suspended just in Intrinsic 2 Charter High School during the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois Report Card.

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City of Wheaton Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission will meet July 16

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jul 15, 2025

City of Wheaton Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 16

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July 15: Commemorating the birth of Kathleen L. "Kay" Wojcik, noted businesswoman and politician

By H. D. Cruz | Jul 15, 2025

Kathleen L. "Kay" Wojcik was born on July 15, 1936, in Chicago, IL.

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Chicago Sky face crucial test against Atlanta Dream before All-Star break

By Chicago City Wire | Jul 15, 2025

The Chicago Sky are set to face the Atlanta Dream at Wintrust Arena on July 16, with the game beginning at 11 a.m. CT.

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Village of Rosemont Village Board of Trustees met July 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 15, 2025

Village of Rosemont Village Board of Trustees met Monday, July 14

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Village of Cherry Valley Committee of the Whole met July 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 15, 2025

Village of Cherry Valley Committee of the Whole met Monday, July 14