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Ald. Reboyras calls out Madigan's 'unethical, corrupt' tactics in second letter

Chicago Ald. and 30th Ward Committeeman Ariel Reboyras is not backing down in his escalating battle with Democratic Party Chairman Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) over naming a replacement for disgraced former Illinois state Rep. Luis Arroyo (D-Chicago).

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 14, 2019

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AUSTIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Westsiders Grapple With Marijuana Legalization

West Side residents came loaded with questions during a Nov. 5 forum on how the state's legalization of recreational marijuana would impact them.

CHICAGOLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Emerging Leaders | Fireside Chat series with Bruce Lubin

We are honored to have Chamber Board of Directors Chairman, Bruce Lubin, Executive Managing Director and President of Illinois Commercial and Specialty Banking, as our November Fireside Chat with our Emerging Leaders young professionals.

ANN & ROBERT H. LURIE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO: Preemies Who Develop Chronic Lung Disease Had More Stem Cells at Birth

Discovery is a big step for efforts to prevent and treat bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature infants

ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL: What You Need To Know About Shoveling Snow

Have you ever heard of “heart attack snow”?

CITY OF CHICAGO: Mayor Lightfoot Announces Appointment of Charlie Beck as Interim Police Superintendent

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced today that she is appointing Charlie Beck, former Police Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), to serve as Interim Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department

Ald. Reboyras takes issue with Speaker Madigan's handling of 36th Ward vacancy

By Glenn Minnis | Nov 12, 2019

Chicago Ald. Ariel Reboyras is threatening to take legal action against Democratic Party Chairman Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) should the House Speaker move forward with what Reboyras alleges is an “illegal and discriminatory effort to disenfranchise Latino voters” in the process of replacing disgraced former state Rep. Luis Arroyo (D-Chicago).

Chicago Mayor Lightfoot, with cover from liberal press, refuses to confront city’s violence, Fox News analyst says

By W.J. Kennedy | Nov 12, 2019

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is “cut from the same cloth” as her predecessor Rahm Emmanuel for diverting attention away from the city’s tragic distinction of having more homicides than New York and Los Angeles combined, writes native Chicagoan Gianno Caldwell, a political consultant and Fox News political analyst.

CHICAGOLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Premier Luncheon at The Walton Room

Join us for a networking luncheon where we ensure you meaningful connections by curating the seating and the introductions.

AUSTIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Rep. Davis Leads Fundraising Race

One of the four candidates challenging U.S. Rep. Danny K. Davis (D) in Illinois' 7th District out-raised him in campaign cash in the third quarter, according to Federal Election Commission (FEC) reports filed last week.

ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL: Your Kids Don’t Need This Vaccine, But You Might

Recent measles outbreaks have put the spotlight on parents who choose not to vaccinate their children.

CITY OF CHICAGO: Mayor Lightfoot Joins Blue Cross Blue Shield for Groundbreaking on New South Side Facility

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot today joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) and Alderman Carrie M. Austin for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Morgan Park Center.

ANN & ROBERT H. LURIE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF CHICAGO: Make Sure Lurie Children’s Is Included in Your 2020 Insurance Plan

Whether it’s a routine check-up or a serious health issue, your child deserves access to the top pediatric care in Illinois.

Lightfoot's proposed dining-out tax hike draws ire of local activist

By Robert Hadley | Nov 9, 2019

If you’re dining out in Chicago, you can expect to pay an additional 11.75-percent tax on your meal under a new proposal from first-term Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

Lightfoot's restaurant tax will not sit well with Chicago diners, blogger says

By Robert Hadley | Nov 8, 2019

Faced with a staggering $838 million budget deficit, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot intends to raise revenue by making it more costly for city residents to eat out.

Trump attacks Chicago police superintendent Johnson's 'values' over sanctuary city support

By Karen Kidd | Oct 31, 2019

President Donald Trump and Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson did a bit of sparring this week with Trump criticizing Johnson for his sanctuary city support and Johnson saying that he's getting things right.

Wirepoints: Why no discussion of CTU pension debt in strike negotiations?

By Karen Kidd | Oct 31, 2019

As the Chicago Teachers Union and the city finalize an agreement – maybe – to end this month's strike, an online news outlet wants to know why teacher pension debt hasn't come up during negotiations.

CPS pension packages sweeter than private sector, IPI reports

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 31, 2019

With the average Chicago Public Schools (CPS) teacher receiving nearly $77,000 in annual pension benefits, the Illinois Policy Institute (IPI) reports that a retired CPS educator makes back what they put into the system just five months into retirement.