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Dabrowski at Polish Independence Run in Montrose Harbor: ‘Shrink the size of government and return power to where it belongs: the people’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Oct 28, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for governor of Illinois, emphasized the spirit of freedom at the 8th Annual Polish Independence 10K Run.

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Illinois lawmakers consider major changes in energy policy, transit funding deficit solutions

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

Lawmakers in Illinois are preparing to address several major policy issues during the upcoming veto session, including energy reform, public transit funding, and state worker pensions.

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Former Chicago Public Schools CEO: 'Illinois has more murders per capita than California and New York combined'

By C. S. Lloyd | Oct 28, 2025

Paul Vallas, former CEO of the Chicago Public Schools, has emphasized the need for stronger government collaboration and accountability in response to worsening domestic violence indicators.

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Art Institute of Chicago presents "Critical Fabulation" curated by Simone Leigh

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

The Art Institute of Chicago has opened a new special collection rotation titled Critical Fabulation, on view until January 4, 2026.

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Chicago Contrarian issues call for civic renewal amid city's challenges

By E. S. Mcgovern | Oct 28, 2025

Chicago is at a pivotal moment in its history, according to a new manifesto published by the Chicago Contrarian.

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October 28: Commemorating the birth of John J. Cullerton, noted 38th President of the Illinois Senate

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

John J. Cullerton was born on October 28, 1948, marking the beginning of a life intertwined with the fabric of Chicago City, IL.

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Chicago Board of Ethics announces three job vacancies

By L. T. Fry | Oct 28, 2025

The Chicago Board of Ethics has announced three job openings for the roles of Senior Attorney, Legal Counsel, and Project Coordinator.

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City of Waukegan City Council met Oct. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Waukegan City Council met Monday, Oct. 27

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City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission met October 28

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission met 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 28

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City of Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board met Tuesday, Oct. 28

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City of Wheaton Public Library Board Finance Committee met Sept. 29

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Public Library Board Finance Committee met Monday, Sept. 29

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City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Sept. 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 30

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City of Wheaton City Council Planning Sessions met Oct. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton City Council Planning Sessions met Monday, Oct. 27

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City of Prospect Heights City Council met Oct. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Prospect Heights City Council met Monday, Oct. 27

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Who from City of Chicago area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 31?

By K. H. Chan | Oct 28, 2025

Friday, Oct. 31 will see this former City of Chicago area high school star in competition.

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Chicago faces ongoing crisis over contaminated drinking water in poor neighborhoods

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 27, 2025

Contaminated drinking water remains a significant issue in some of Chicago’s poorest neighborhoods, with both lead and PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) present in tap water.

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Government-backed nonprofit Association House of Chicago profiled

By T. T. Collins | Oct 27, 2025

Association House of Chicago, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $600,000 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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Republican County Chairmen's Association president: If we don't have faith, 'the rest of it doesn't matter'

By J. O. Crow | Oct 27, 2025

Rhonda Belford, president of the Republican County Chairmen's Association, emphasized that political efforts are rooted in faith and prayer, noting her role on the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) Temporary Faith Engagement Committee.

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Supporters plan rally for U.S. Border Patrol commander Bovino ahead of court hearing in Chicago

By Chicago City Wire reports | Oct 27, 2025

A group of conservative activists plans to rally outside the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois on Tuesday in support of U.S. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino, who is set to appear before Judge Sara Ellis on allegations that he violated a federal court order limiting the use of force during immigration enforcement operations in Illinois.

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Gov. candidate Dabrowski on CDL licensing: We must 'conduct a full audit of all CDL’s'

By C. S. Lloyd | Oct 27, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate for Illinois, has called for the revocation of sanctuary policies, an audit of Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDL), and multi-day truck inspections to ensure compliance with federal law.