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DHS says Chicago assault case underscores risks of sanctuary policies under Mayor Johnson

By J. O. Crow | Oct 29, 2025

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's sanctuary policies, labeling them ineffective following an assault and rape incident involving an alleged illegal alien.

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Chicago faces $605 million CTA deficit as calls grow for new partnership models

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 29, 2025

Chicago is facing a significant financial challenge in its public transit system.

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Chicago marks seven decades since first commercial flight from o’hare international airport

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 29, 2025

Seventy years ago, O’Hare International Airport saw its first commercial passenger flight when a Trans World Airlines (TWA) aircraft departed for Paris.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from City of Chicago area competing on Saturday, Nov. 1?

By K. H. Chan | Oct 29, 2025

Saturday, Nov. 1 will see these former City of Chicago area high school stars in competition.

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Dabrowski at Polish Independence Run in Montrose Harbor: ‘Shrink the size of government and return power to where it belongs: the people’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Oct 28, 2025

Ted Dabrowski, a candidate for governor of Illinois, emphasized the spirit of freedom at the 8th Annual Polish Independence 10K Run.

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Illinois lawmakers consider major changes in energy policy, transit funding deficit solutions

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

Lawmakers in Illinois are preparing to address several major policy issues during the upcoming veto session, including energy reform, public transit funding, and state worker pensions.

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Former Chicago Public Schools CEO: 'Illinois has more murders per capita than California and New York combined'

By C. S. Lloyd | Oct 28, 2025

Paul Vallas, former CEO of the Chicago Public Schools, has emphasized the need for stronger government collaboration and accountability in response to worsening domestic violence indicators.

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Art Institute of Chicago presents "Critical Fabulation" curated by Simone Leigh

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

The Art Institute of Chicago has opened a new special collection rotation titled Critical Fabulation, on view until January 4, 2026.

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Chicago Contrarian issues call for civic renewal amid city's challenges

By E. S. Mcgovern | Oct 28, 2025

Chicago is at a pivotal moment in its history, according to a new manifesto published by the Chicago Contrarian.

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October 28: Commemorating the birth of John J. Cullerton, noted 38th President of the Illinois Senate

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

John J. Cullerton was born on October 28, 1948, marking the beginning of a life intertwined with the fabric of Chicago City, IL.

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Chicago Board of Ethics announces three job vacancies

By L. T. Fry | Oct 28, 2025

The Chicago Board of Ethics has announced three job openings for the roles of Senior Attorney, Legal Counsel, and Project Coordinator.

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City of Waukegan City Council met Oct. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Waukegan City Council met Monday, Oct. 27

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City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission met October 28

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Fine & Cultural Arts Commission met 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 28

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City of Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board met Oct. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Planning and Zoning Board met Tuesday, Oct. 28

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City of Wheaton Public Library Board Finance Committee met Sept. 29

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Public Library Board Finance Committee met Monday, Sept. 29

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City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Sept. 30

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton Historic Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 30

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City of Wheaton City Council Planning Sessions met Oct. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Wheaton City Council Planning Sessions met Monday, Oct. 27

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City of Chicago to appeal denial of federal disaster aid after summer floods

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 28, 2025

The City of Chicago, along with Cook County and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS), announced plans to appeal the denial of a Presidential Disaster Declaration request.

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City of Prospect Heights City Council met Oct. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 28, 2025

City of Prospect Heights City Council met Monday, Oct. 27

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Who from City of Chicago area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Friday, Oct. 31?

By K. H. Chan | Oct 28, 2025

Friday, Oct. 31 will see this former City of Chicago area high school star in competition.