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City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Sept. 16

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 16, 2025

City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 16

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Chicago Fire FC signs new long-term contracts with three homegrown players

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 16, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has announced the signing of new contracts for three Homegrown players: goalkeeper Chris Brady and midfielders Sergio Oregel Jr. and Mauricio Pineda.

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Sohnke on Kirk assassination: ‘He was loathed by the political Left because entirely because he was a conservative’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Sep 16, 2025

Florian Sohnke, founder of the Chicago Contrarian, said he feels “deep sympathy” for Charlie Kirk and his family following the assassination of the Turning Point USA founder and Illinois native, adding that Kirk should be “remembered fondly” for encouraging young adults to think critically about complex topics through public debate.

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Chicago Police Board president responds to FOP petition on police disciplinary case arbitration

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 16, 2025

The Fraternal Order of Police has submitted a petition to the Illinois Supreme Court, seeking to challenge a recent decision by the Illinois Appellate Court.

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UIC advises undocumented students, campus community on how to avoid ICE, federal law enforcement

By Chicago City Wire reports | Sep 16, 2025

The University of Illinois-Chicago (UIC) has issued a protocol for undocumented students and community members if they observe or experience immigration enforcement efforts on campus—including how to "report the presence" of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on campus and who to contact in case of an "immigration related emergency."

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Chicago Fire FC II loans Claudio Cassano to Switzerland’s FC Lugano

By H. D. Cruz | Sep 16, 2025

Chicago Fire FC II has announced the loan of forward Claudio Cassano to FC Lugano for the 2025-2026 Swiss Super League season.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Timeline Theatre Company

By T. T. Collins | Sep 15, 2025

Timeline Theatre Company, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $1,900,000 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Oasis Productions

By T. T. Collins | Sep 15, 2025

Oasis Productions, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $880,000 grant 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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Chicago City Wire publication area records 17 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry during 2024

By Chicago City Wire | Sep 15, 2025

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry located across Chicago City Wire publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Inside Ada S. McKinley Community Services—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By T. T. Collins | Sep 15, 2025

Ada S. McKinley Community Services, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive seven grants totaling $17,362,500 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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Former Chicago Public Schools CEO on crime: 'What Chicago truly needs is for the White House to expand federal support'

By C. S. Lloyd | Sep 15, 2025

Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools, said that Chicago's surge in violent crime necessitates expanded federal law enforcement support and tougher prosecutions.

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Former Chicago Public Schools CEO on Illinois exodus: 'The governor’s arrogance here is just astounding'

By M. J. Stevenson | Sep 15, 2025

Paul Vallas, former Chief Executive Officer of Chicago Public Schools, said that Governor J.B. Pritzker has exacerbated Illinois' long-standing issues that contribute to residents leaving the state.

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Chicago Contrarian publishes Paul Vallas’s challenge to CTU’s stance on CPS students

By M. S. Beard | Sep 15, 2025

Chicago Contrarian announced on X that it shared commentary from Paul Vallas, former Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO, arguing the Chicago Teachers Union’s (CTU) actions contradict its said commitment to protecting and educating CPS students.

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City announces global lineup for World Music Festival Chicago in fall 2025

By E. S. Mcgovern | Sep 15, 2025

The City of Chicago has announced the lineup for the 2025 World Music Festival Chicago, scheduled to run from September 26 through October 5.

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Chicago Contrarian: ‘The Sun-Times is now a weapon targeting ICE agents’

By C. S. Lloyd | Sep 15, 2025

The Chicago Contrarian announced on X that the Sun-Times is publishing a mapping system using public photos to track ICE agents in Chicago.

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ICE arrests suspected MS-13 gang member with homicide warrant in Chicago

By J. L. Weber | Sep 15, 2025

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced on X that a suspected MS-13 gang member wanted for homicide was arrested in Chicago during Operation Midway Blitz.

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Governor candidate Dabrowski: I will 'provide tax relief to businesses and families'

By M. J. Stevenson | Sep 15, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a gubernatorial candidate and former president of Wirepoints, emphasized the executive authority of the governor's office during his campaign rollout.

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City of Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission will meet September 17

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 15, 2025

City of Wheaton Bicyclist and Pedestrian Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 17

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Government event this week in City of Chicago: Sept. 14-20

By T. H. Bergman | Sep 15, 2025

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

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City of Waukegan City Council met Sept. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 15, 2025

City of Waukegan City Council met Monday, Sept. 15