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Who from City of Chicago area’s former high school standouts will be active on Thursday, Oct. 30?

By K. H. Chan | Oct 27, 2025

Thursday, Oct. 30 will feature competition from these former City of Chicago area high school standouts.

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Inside The Arts Of Life—an Illinois DOGE Profile

By T. T. Collins | Oct 26, 2025

The Arts Of Life, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $250,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

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This week in City of Chicago history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (Oct. 26-Nov. 1)

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Volunteers Of America Of Illinois

By T. T. Collins | Oct 26, 2025

Volunteers Of America Of Illinois, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $250,000 grant in FY2024 for capital improvements, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Government-backed nonprofit Chicago Comprehensive Community Center profiled

By T. T. Collins | Oct 26, 2025

Chicago Comprehensive Community Center was approved to receive a $20,000 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 Fire defeats Orlando City SC to advance in MLS Cup Playoffs

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

Chicago Fire FC secured a 3-1 victory over Orlando City SC in the opening match of the 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois.

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Chicago journalists join lawsuit alleging mistreatment by ICE during protests

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

Federal immigration authorities and several Chicago-based journalists and media organizations are at the center of a legal dispute following recent protests in the city.

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Chicago Hounds extend contract of MLR Rookie of the Year Peyton Wall

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

The Chicago Hounds have announced the contract extension of Peyton Wall, who was named the 2025 Major League Rugby (MLR) Rookie of the Year.

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TIF grant proposed for new Pullman hotel development on Chicago’s Far South Side

By E. S. Mcgovern | Oct 26, 2025

Pullman Hotel Group LLC is planning to build a 100-room hotel at 11030 S. Doty Ave.

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Mayor Johnson convenes diplomatic roundtable with Chicago Consular Corps

By E. S. Mcgovern | Oct 26, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and World Business Chicago are bringing together members of the Chicago Consular Corps (CCC) for a roundtable discussion aimed at strengthening partnerships and exploring new avenues for collaboration.

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O'Hare sets all-time summer passenger record with over 24 million travelers

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

O’Hare International Airport experienced its busiest summer on record, according to an announcement from Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).

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Chicago proposes grant and land sale for Bronzeville mixed-use development

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

A new mixed-use residential project is planned for the Bronzeville neighborhood in Chicago, according to a proposal presented to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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Chicago considers landmark status for historic Bankers Building in Loop

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 26, 2025

The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has put forward a proposal to designate the Bankers Building in downtown Chicago as an official city landmark.

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Chicago City Council approves $600,000 for Homan Square Community Center Park upgrades

By E. S. Mcgovern | Oct 26, 2025

Homan Square Community Center Park, located in North Lawndale, is set to receive upgrades following the approval of $600,000 in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance by the Chicago City Council.

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Chicago proposes land sale for police torture victims memorial in Washington Park

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

A memorial dedicated to victims of police torture is planned for Washington Park, following a land sale proposal submitted to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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Chicago proposes $32 million in TIF funding for improvements at five city parks

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

Five park improvement projects across Chicago could receive over $32 million in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) support under proposals presented to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson on October 16, 2025.

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City proposes sale of Near West Side lots for mixed-use redevelopment

By L. T. Fry | Oct 26, 2025

Twelve vacant lots on Chicago’s Near West Side may soon be redeveloped under a proposal introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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Chicago Fire falls to Philadelphia Union after penalty shootout in MLS Cup Playoff opener

By E. S. Mcgovern | Oct 26, 2025

Chicago Fire FC drew 2-2 with Philadelphia Union in the opening match of the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Round One, ultimately losing 4-2 in a penalty shootout at Subaru Park on Sunday.

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Chicago proposes tax incentives for two landmark buildings

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 26, 2025

Two historic buildings in Chicago may soon benefit from Cook County Class L property tax incentives, following proposals submitted to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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City Council approves tax incentive for Austin’s Forty Acres Fresh Market

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 26, 2025

Austin’s Forty Acres Fresh Market has been granted a Cook County Class 7(d) property tax incentive, following approval from the City Council.