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The median sale price of a home sold in 2023 in Cook County rose by $2,500, while total sales decreased by 18.3%.

School events this November in City of Chicago

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this month.

Chicago Architecture Biennial announces tenth anniversary theme with new artistic director

The Chicago Architecture Biennial (CAB) is set to mark its tenth anniversary with the announcement of CAB 6: Shift: Architecture in Times of Radical Change.

Mike Quigley highlights ACA enrollment and raises concerns over Project 2025

U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley's recent social media posts address key issues such as ACA open enrollment eligibility for DACA recipients and affordable insulin costs during National Diabetes Month.

Chicago unveils plans for annual Christmas celebrations at Millennium Park

Mayor Brandon Johnson, alongside the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), has announced further details for Chicago's 2024 holiday traditions at Millennium Park.

Government event this November in City of Chicago

The following event is scheduled to take place in City of Chicago this month.

A Burke or Fioretti win expected to bring Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office back to adhering to rule of law

By W.J. Kennedy | Oct 31, 2024

The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) went off script with Kim Foxx over her eight years in office exonerating scores of convicted murders on questionable claims of police and prosecutorial misconduct.

Cook County home prices rose in first half of 2024

The median sale price of a home sold in the first half of 2024 in Cook County rose by $28,000, while total sales decreased by 3.5%.

In Memory: Remembering Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage on his Death Anniversary (October 31)

On October 31, 2015, Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage died.

Drug take-back event hosted by Rep. Brad Stephens and Cook County Sheriff's Office

Tomorrow, a drug take-back event will be hosted by Representative Brad Stephens in collaboration with the Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s Office.

Halloween decorating contest announces winners for 2024

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2024 Halloween Decorating Contest.

Chicago school board president resigns after mayor's request

Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the resignation of Reverend Mitchell Johnson, President of the Chicago School Board of Education.

David Poreba named MVP in MLS NEXT Pro for outstanding performance

Chicago Fire FC II midfielder David Poreba has been named the 2024 MLS NEXT Pro Most Valuable Player, as announced by Chicago Fire FC II and MLS NEXT Pro.

FOIA Request Sent to City of Chicago Department of Finance Regarding Sales Tax Records on October 31, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Chicago Department of Finance on October 31, 2024.

Entertainment events this November in City of Chicago

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in City of Chicago this month.

City Council approves $3.71M TIF for construction training center upgrade

An East Garfield Park workforce development organization, Revolution Workshop, has been granted $3.71 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance for the rehabilitation of its headquarters.

City approves over $6M for Chicago school improvement projects

Improvement projects at two Chicago Public Schools facilities will be supported with more than $6 million in city assistance approved by the City Council today.

Selim Talbi receives elite formation coaching license from FFF

Chicago Fire FC and Major League Soccer have announced that Selim Talbi, head coach of the Chicago Fire Academy U-16 team, is among the 22 coaches who have received their Elite Formation Coaching License (EFCL).

Chicago launches transparency site for road to recovery plan