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Thursday, May 29, 2025

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49th Ward resident says Ald. Maria Hadden enables online harassment: ‘She should care about everyone’

Vaughn Buxton, a 58-year-old resident of Chicago’s 49th Ward, says that Ald. Maria Hadden is ignoring online harassment directed at him and other critics, alleging the alderwoman has allowed defamatory posts to remain on her social media pages despite repeated attempts to bring the issue to her attention.

By Chicago City Wire reports | May 29, 2025

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Robert Peters announces run for Congress amid controversy over past remarks

State Senator Robert J. Peters of Chicago has announced his candidacy for the U.S. House to represent Illinois' 2nd Congressional District.

By Chicago City Wire | May 29, 2025

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Chicago responsible for highest sales tax revenue per municipality in Illinois during 2024

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

Chicago residents paid approximately $854.3 million in sales taxes, the highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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Federal probe launched into Chicago mayor's hiring practices

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing a federal investigation regarding allegations of racial bias in hiring practices.

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Mayor Johnson announces funding for community development across Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | May 28, 2025

Mayor Johnson has announced $20 million in grants for 28 community development projects across the city.

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Chicago City Wire area weekly mass times

By Chicago City Wire | May 24, 2025

The following parishes in the Chicago City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Chicago completes $8.7M 'Soul City West' streetscape project

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) have completed an $8.7 million streetscape improvement project in the Austin neighborhood, known as the "Soul City West" corridor.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights arrests and community achievements

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office recently announced significant arrests in Chicago's Grand Crossing neighborhood while promoting their Stolen Vehicle Recovery Program.

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Which former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 26?

By Chicago City Wire | May 23, 2025

These former Chicago City Wire area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, May 26.

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Chicago's airports prepare for over 1.86 million travelers this Memorial Day weekend

By Chicago City Wire | May 22, 2025

O'Hare and Midway International Airports in Chicago are preparing to accommodate over 1.86 million travelers during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, according to projections by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).

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Chicago's affordable housing hindered by costly regulations

By Chicago City Wire | May 22, 2025

Chicago is grappling with challenges in its affordable housing sector, partly due to complex regulations.

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City of Wheaton Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission met May 21

By Corazon L. Gonzales | May 21, 2025

City of Wheaton Bicyclist & Pedestrian Commission met 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 21

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Chicago designates former WAX TRAX! Records site as official landmark

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

The City Council has approved the designation of the former WAX TRAX!

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City approves $2.4M grant for West Garfield Park community center

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

A former church in West Garfield Park is set to become the MAAFA Center for Arts & Activism, thanks to a $2.4 million grant from the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund.

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Eggroll manufacturer seeks expansion with city grant

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

An eggroll manufacturer is planning to expand its operations with the help of a proposed $859,238 Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grant.

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Zoning changes support new housing projects in Chatham and other neighborhoods

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

New zoning designations approved by the City Council will enable redevelopment in Chatham, Morgan Park, and South Chicago for Missing Middle housing projects.

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Mayor proposes new housing projects in North Lawndale

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

Seventeen multi-unit buildings are proposed for construction in North Lawndale, involving the sale of 16 city-owned lots and additional financial support.

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Proposal for community plaza in East Garfield Park presented to City Council

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

A proposal to create a new community plaza in East Garfield Park was introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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Chicago issues safety guidelines ahead of beach openings

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

As the summer season approaches, Chicago's beaches are set to open on Friday, May 23, coinciding with the start of boating season and various summer activities.

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Landmark status proposed for former Harris Trust & Savings Bank complex

By Chicago City Wire | May 21, 2025

The former Harris Trust & Savings Bank complex, located at 111 W. Monroe St. in the Loop, is set to receive official landmark status according to a proposal introduced to the City Council today.