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Monday, November 17, 2025

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Federal government urged to refocus efforts on reforming Chicago justice system and schools

The federal government has the ability to improve living conditions in Chicago, but this would require a shift away from high-profile enforcement actions and a focus on more substantive reforms.

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

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After School Matters opens Orleans Teen Center offering paid programs for local teens

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson attended the opening ceremony for the Orleans Teen Center in Cabrini-Green, a new facility operated by After School Matters (ASM) on Chicago’s Near North Side.

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

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Chicago leaders announce closure plan for Calumet landfill; conversion to public parkland set

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Park District CEO Carlos Ramirez-Rosa announced the future closure of the Calumet Confined Disposal Facility (CDF) and plans to convert its 43-acre site into public parkland.

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Chicago leads US cities in violent crime decline as local officials dispute federal claims

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Chicago has experienced a significant reduction in violent crime during 2025, according to a recent Axios report.

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Chicago sues Justice Department over restrictions on community policing grant

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

The City of Chicago, along with the City of Saint Paul, has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding conditions attached to a $6.25 million grant from the DOJ’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services...

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Chicago named as new live broadcast site for 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Chicago will be featured as a live broadcast location for “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” for the first time, according to an announcement made by ABC7, Dick Clark Productions, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Choose Chicago.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for UN investigation amid immigration crackdown; opens new teen center

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

This weekend, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed several key issues and participated in community events across the city.

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City of Prospect Heights Natural Resources Commission met November 13

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 16, 2025

City of Prospect Heights Natural Resources Commission met 7 p.m. Thursday, November 13

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Cook County Health Board of Directors Quality and Patient Safety Committee met Nov. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Health Board of Directors Quality and Patient Safety Committee met Friday, Nov. 14

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Cook County Land Bank Authority - Land Transactions Committee met Nov. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Land Bank Authority - Land Transactions Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 12

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Cook County Health Board of Directors Human Relations Committee met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Health Board of Directors Human Relations Committee met Thursday, Nov. 13

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Cook County Health Board of Directors Finance Committee met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Health Board of Directors Finance Committee met Thursday, Nov. 13

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Cook County Economic Development Advisory Committee met Nov. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Economic Development Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 12

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Cook County Commission on Human Rights met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Commission on Human Rights met Thursday, Nov. 13

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City of Wheaton Planning & Zoning Board met Nov. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

City of Wheaton Planning & Zoning Board met Tuesday, Nov. 11

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City of Wheaton Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Oct. 17

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

City of Wheaton Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Friday, Oct. 17

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City of Wheaton Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Nov. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

City of Wheaton Firefighters' Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Nov. 12

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City of Wheaton Commission on Aging met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

City of Wheaton Commission on Aging met Thursday, Nov. 13

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City of Prospect Heights Fire & Police Commission met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

City of Prospect Heights Fire & Police Commission met Thursday, Nov. 13

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Inspector general criticizes handling of mayor's gift room at Chicago City Hall

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 14, 2025

A recent report from the Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has detailed concerns over how Mayor Brandon Johnson handled gifts received since taking office.