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Government-backed nonprofit Illinois Prison Project profiled

By T. T. Collins | Sep 23, 2025

Illinois Prison Project, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $500,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: True To Life Foundation

By T. T. Collins | Sep 23, 2025

True To Life Foundation, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive four grants totaling $1,050,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Fmr. Riverside Police Chief on ICE protest: Elected officials who fight law enforcement 'should be removed'

By C. S. Lloyd | Sep 23, 2025

Thomas Weitzel, former chief of police for the Riverside Police Department, has said that politicians who participated in a confrontation at the ICE processing center in Broadview committed a criminal act.

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Inside TGI Movement—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By T. T. Collins | Sep 23, 2025

TGI Movement, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $150,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

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City of Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met Sept. 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 23, 2025

City of Wheaton Board of Fire & Police Commissioners met Tuesday, Sept. 23

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City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission met Sept. 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 23, 2025

City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 23

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Shriners Children's Chicago psychologist honored by national spinal cord injury association

By E. S. Mcgovern | Sep 23, 2025

Kathy Zebracki, Ph.D., chief of psychology at Shriners Children's Chicago, has received a national leadership award from the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA).

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UI Health expands transplant access for sickle cell disease patients

By E. S. Mcgovern | Sep 23, 2025

For people with sickle cell disease (SCD), ongoing blood transfusions are a common part of managing their health.

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O’Hare sets new passenger record with over 8 million travelers in July

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

O’Hare International Airport reported its highest-ever monthly passenger volume in July 2025, according to data released by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Chicago declines National Guard aid as crime rates remain a concern

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 23, 2025

Chicago’s decision to decline federal help in the form of National Guard deployment has sparked debate over public safety and political priorities.

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Mayor Johnson signs executive order safeguarding right to protest in Chicago

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed a new executive order aimed at protecting the right to protest in Chicago.

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La Shawn Ford seeks congressional seat after endorsement from Danny Davis

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

La Shawn K. Ford, a state representative from Austin on Chicago’s West Side, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. House in Illinois’ 7th district.

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Chicago Fire FC II falls to New York City FC II in high-scoring match

By E. S. Mcgovern | Sep 23, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II lost 5-4 to New York City FC II at SeatGeek Stadium on Sunday night.

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Chicago media criticized for coverage bias against police amid rising violence concerns

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 23, 2025

Chicago media outlets have come under scrutiny for their coverage of the Chicago Police Department (CPD), with some critics arguing that reporting often focuses on claims of systemic racial discrimination while ignoring broader context and data.

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Mayor Johnson announces plan to revitalize South Lawndale storefronts with new grant

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at revitalizing vacant storefronts in South Lawndale.

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Chicago Fire FC II clinches playoff spot with late win over FC Cincinnati 2

By E. S. Mcgovern | Sep 23, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II secured a place in the 2025 MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs after defeating FC Cincinnati 2 with a score of 2-1 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois.

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Jesse Jackson Jr. explores political comeback with potential bid for Illinois’ 2nd District

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 23, 2025

Jesse Jackson Jr., a former congressman from Chicago, may seek to return to politics by running for Illinois’ 2nd congressional district seat.

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Mayor Johnson welcomes residents at Thrive Englewood affordable housing opening

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson attended a ceremony to welcome new residents at the Thrive Englewood housing development, marking the completion of 62 new homes in the neighborhood.

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Trump’s DOT puts CTA on notice over crime epidemic: ‘Local leaders seem intent on putting the needs of criminals first’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Sep 23, 2025

President Donald Trump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy have demanded Chicago’s CTA fix its crime-ridden transit system or face losing vital federal dollars, citing a shocking pattern of lawlessness jeopardizing rider safety.

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Fmr. Riverside Police Chief on peacekeepers program: 'There are no positive outcomes to demonstrate from a data perspective'

By C. S. Lloyd | Sep 22, 2025

Tom Weitzel, former police chief of the Riverside Police Department, has expressed criticism regarding Illinois' Peacekeepers program.