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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Jan. 19-25)

This week in City of Chicago history.

By Chicago City Wire | Jan 19, 2025

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A Time of Reflection: Judy Baar Topinka's Death Anniversary Memorial (December 10)

On December 10, 2014, Judy Baar Topinka died unexpectedly, leaving Chicago and Illinois in mourning.

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 10, 2024

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Dec. 8-14)

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 8, 2024

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Dec. 1-7)

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 1, 2024

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In memoriam of Gary J. LaPaille's Death Anniversary: acknowledging the contributions of the president of mCapitol Management, Inc. (December 1)

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 1, 2024

Gary J. LaPaille died on December 1, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service to Chicago City, IL.

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A Time of Reflection: Timothy F. Degnan's Death Anniversary Memorial (November 20)

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 20, 2024

Timothy F. "Tim" Degnan died on November 20, 2022, at the age of 82, in Chicago City, IL.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Nov. 17-23)

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2024

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Remembering Philip Miller Crane's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of an American Politician (November 8)

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 8, 2024

On November 8, 2014, Philip Miller Crane died in Chicago, IL, marking the end of a lifetime dedicated to public service and advocacy.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Nov. 3-9)

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 3, 2024

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In Memory: Remembering Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage on his Death Anniversary (October 31)

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 31, 2024

On October 31, 2015, Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage died.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Oct. 27-Nov. 2)

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 27, 2024

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A Time of Reflection: Howard W. Carroll's Death Anniversary Memorial (October 1)

By Chicago City Wire | Oct 1, 2024

Howard W. "Howie" Carroll died on October 1, 2021, following a prolonged battle with illness in Chicago, IL.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 29-Oct. 5)

By Chicago City Wire | Sep 29, 2024

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In Memory: Remembering Ethel Skyles Alexander on her Death Anniversary (September 10)

By Chicago City Wire | Sep 10, 2024

Ethel Skyles Alexander passed away on September 10, 2016, leaving behind a legacy of tireless advocacy and dedication to civil rights in Chicago City, IL.

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 8-14)

By Chicago City Wire | Sep 9, 2024

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In Memoriam: Sidney Richard Yates remembered on his birthday (August 27)

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 27, 2024

Sidney Richard Yates was born on August 27, 1909, in Chicago City, IL.

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Commemorating another year: Bradley Scott Schneider, Businessman and Politician, marks birthday milestone (August 20)

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 20, 2024

On August 20, 1961, Bradley Scott Schneider was born in Denver, Colorado, but his life would become intertwined with Chicago City, IL.

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Remembering Carol Moseley Braun's birthday: reflections on the career of an American diplomat, politician, and lawyer (August 16)

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 16, 2024

On August 16, 1947, Carol Elizabeth Moseley Braun was born, heralding the beginning of a life marked by significant achievements and a deep connection to Chicago City, IL.

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In memoriam of James Robert Thompson Jr.'s Death Anniversary: acknowledging the contributions of the Federal Prosecutor and Governor (August 14)

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 14, 2024

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In Memory: Remembering Daniel John Ronan on his Death Anniversary (August 13)

By Chicago City Wire | Aug 13, 2024

Daniel John Ronan died on August 13, 1969, after a lifetime dedicated to public service and his deep connection to Chicago City, IL.