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Chicago faces restaurant industry struggles under new wage law

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

It has been nearly two years since Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the One Fair Wage ordinance, a policy designed to phase out the subminimum wage for tipped workers over five years.

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Universal announces second horror attraction set for Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, has announced plans to open its second Universal Horror Unleashed location in Chicago.

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Community invited to Summer Bash at Carrollton City Park & Pool

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 26, 2025

Mark your calendars for a community event scheduled on Saturday, July 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Carrollton City Park & Pool.

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Business owner on Hadden: ‘Business owners that I talk to want to keep their mouth shut because they're afraid of her’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jun 26, 2025

A longtime Rogers Park business owner is breaking their silence about 49th Ward Ald. Maria Hadden, alleging that she has created a climate of fear and retaliation that has left local entrepreneurs “terrified to speak out.”

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Le Piano jazz club fined $5,000 amid dispute over pedestrian street use in Rogers Park

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jun 25, 2025

Le Piano, a jazz club in Rogers Park, has been fined $5,000 by the City of Chicago after officials ordered the removal of a grand piano placed outside the venue on a pedestrian-only street.

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Alderman Lopez calls 'No Kings' protest performative, warns Democrats are becoming ‘party of the elite’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jun 25, 2025

Ray Lopez, 15th Ward alderman, said the June 14 “No Kings” protest against President Donald Trump was a “pointless performance by progressive elites” and warned that the Democratic Party is becoming disconnected from working-class voters as Chicago faces rising lawlessness.

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Belvedere Trading founder: 'I'm requesting CBOE Global Markets Inc do a full and transparent investigation' into bad actors

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

William Carlson, founder of Belvedere Trading, has called for a comprehensive investigation by Cboe Global Markets following the resurfacing of a concealed 2010 forensic report that details alleged criminal conduct.

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Chicago Fire FC II defeats Inter Miami CF II, extending unbeaten streak

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II secured a 3-1 victory over Inter Miami CF II on Wednesday night at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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Chicago Fire FC II faces Inter Miami CF II after maintaining unbeaten streak

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II is set to conclude a brief two-game road trip with a match against Inter Miami CF II in South Florida.

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Chicago Fire FC defeated by Philadelphia Union in narrow contest

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Chicago Fire FC faced a 1-0 defeat against Philadelphia Union at Soldier Field on Wednesday night.

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Philip Zinckernagel joins MLS All-Star roster as coach’s selection

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Chicago Fire FC's Philip Zinckernagel has been selected for the 2025 MLS All-Star Roster, marking his first inclusion in the prestigious lineup.

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Chicago Fire FC prepares for clash against Philadelphia Union at Soldier Field

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Chicago Fire FC is set to face Philadelphia Union at Soldier Field on Wednesday night, marking the start of the second half of their season.

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Chicago nonprofits face scrutiny over governance failures

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

Boards of directors in Chicago's nonprofit sector are facing scrutiny for alleged failures in governance, as highlighted by several case studies.

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Kamilla Cardoso joins Brazil for FIBA AmeriCup; expected back with Chicago Sky

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 25, 2025

The Chicago Sky has announced that Kamilla Cardoso will be absent from the team as she joins the Brazilian National Team for the 2025 FIBA AmeriCup.

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AVIAC president demands action after Chicago city clerk blocks ICE access to immigrant ID program: ‘Lock her up’

By W.J. Kennedy | Jun 24, 2025

Don Rosenberg, president of Advocates for Victims of Illegal Alien Crime (AVIAC), is calling for Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia to be “locked up."

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Paul Vallas: Educate the public about how much they are shelling out in police-related lawsuits

By W.J. Kennedy | Jun 24, 2025

Chicago taxpayers have paid more than $1.1 billion in police-related lawsuit settlements and verdicts since 2008, a financial burden that former mayoral candidate Paul Vallas warns could worsen as hundreds of cases remain unresolved.

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City of Prospect Heights Planning & Zoning Board of Appeals will meet June 25

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jun 24, 2025

City of Prospect Heights Planning & Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 25

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Remembering Suzanne Louise Deuchler's Death Anniversary: reflections on the career of the Republican Congresswoman (June 24)

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 24, 2025

Suzanne Louise Deuchler, a cherished figure in Chicago, IL, passed away on June 24, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and service.

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Village of Cherry Valley Committee of the Whole met May 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 24, 2025

Village of Cherry Valley Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, May 27

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Village of Cherry Valley Committee of the Whole met June 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jun 24, 2025

Village of Cherry Valley Committee of the Whole met Monday, June 23