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Chicago Sky falls short against Washington Mystics

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Chicago Sky faced a setback against the Washington Mystics, losing 72-79 at Wintrust Arena on June 17.

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Neighborhood Opportunity Fund supports Twisted Eggroll expansion

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

An eggroll manufacturer, Twisted Eggroll, will expand its operations with the help of an $859,238 Neighborhood Opportunity Fund grant.

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City proposes land sale for new urban agriculture district in West Pullman

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

An acre of city land in Pullman is set to be transformed into the We Sow We Grow urban agriculture district.

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Morning Star Baptist Church named Chicago landmark

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Grand Boulevard's Morning Star Baptist Church has been officially designated as a Chicago landmark by the City Council.

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City proposes funding for Logan Square garden project

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Decorative fencing and a performance pavilion are proposed additions to the planned Emil Biorn Neighborhood Garden in Logan Square.

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Chicago City Council approves planning measures and supports veteran-owned businesses

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Various measures were introduced and approved by the Chicago City Council on June 18, 2025.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office highlights community engagement with therapy dogs and local events

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office has actively engaged with its community through recent initiatives involving therapy dogs visiting children's hospitals and participating in local biking events.

FOIA request sent to Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding law firm contracts on June 18, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

FOIA Request to Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.

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Mayor proposes ordinance for redevelopment of vacant properties

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

An ordinance proposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson to the City Council aims to introduce two new tools to facilitate redevelopment projects that are hindered by liens on vacant properties.

FOIA request sent to Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding emails sent by mayor on June 18, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

FOIA Request to the Office of Chicago City Mayor regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.

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Tax incentive proposed for historic Fulton Market landmark

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Davis & Rankin Building, a historic structure located on the Near West Side, is set for a $77 million commercial rehabilitation.

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North Lawndale industrial complex receives tax incentive approval

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

A redevelopment project for a former illegal dump site in North Lawndale has been approved by the City Council.

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Chicago Sky partners with bet365 as official sports betting partner

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Chicago Sky, a team in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), has announced a multi-year partnership with bet365.

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Mayor Johnson proposes housing project in North Lawndale

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Eight multi-unit buildings are planned for construction in North Lawndale following a proposal by Mayor Brandon Johnson to the City Council.

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Grant proposal seeks $1.2M for Pullman's Greenstone Church renovations

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Exterior improvements to the Greenstone United Methodist Church in Pullman may soon be underway.

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City Council approves land sales for North Lawndale housing projects

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

Seventeen multi-unit residential buildings are set to be built in North Lawndale following the City Council's approval of the sale of 16 city-owned lots and additional financial backing.

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Black Ensemble Theater seeks city support for $5M expansion

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

The Black Ensemble Theater plans to expand its Uptown performance complex with the addition of a 150-seat studio theater and a rehearsal room.

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Police board president addresses ongoing police disciplinary arbitration case

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

President Kyle Cooper addressed the arbitration of police disciplinary cases during the June 18 Police Board public meeting.

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FOIA request sent to City of Chicago Law Department regarding contingency fee contracts on June 18, 2025

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

FOIA Request to City of Chicago Law Department regarding contingency fee contracts on June 18, 2025.

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City approves land sale for East Garfield Park community plaza

By Chicago City Wire | Jun 18, 2025

A new community plaza is set to be developed in East Garfield Park after the City Council approved the sale of a quarter-acre of city land.