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Rep. Davis on DCFS investigator standards: 'We’re not dealing with remedial things. These are people's lives'

By T. H. Bergman | Oct 31, 2025

Jed Davis, a representative from Illinois, has raised concerns about the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) treating a license as certification, which he believes risks errors by under-experienced investigators.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office details arrests and substance abuse screening tools

By L. T. Fry | Oct 31, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office shared recent law enforcement actions including an arrest after a firearm recovery and collaboration with federal authorities to apprehend a fugitive as detailed in tweets from October 30-31, 2025.

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Traffic impacts expected in downtown Chicago for weekend sporting events

By L. T. Fry | Oct 31, 2025

The Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) has issued a notice to motorists, residents, and visitors regarding expected traffic disruptions and increased activity in the Grant Park and downtown Chicago area this weekend.

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Steve Cortes on anti-law-enforcement climate in Chicago: ‘Our brave officers are vilified instead of honored’

By T. H. Bergman | Oct 31, 2025

Steve Cortes, president of the League of American Workers, has criticized Illinois politicians, including Governor J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson, for fostering an environment in Chicago where law enforcement officers are "vilified...

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Northwestern Medicine expands Living Well Cancer Resources program to Orland Park

By H. H. Robinson | Oct 31, 2025

Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources has expanded its services to the Northwestern Medicine St. George Cancer Institute in Orland Park, Illinois.

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This November's government event in City of Chicago

By T. H. Bergman | Oct 31, 2025

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

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

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 31, 2025

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

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City Civics Day 2025 brings workshops on engagement to University of Chicago

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 31, 2025

Chicago residents will have the opportunity to learn about community engagement at the third annual City Civics Day, scheduled for Saturday, November 15.

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Illinois Policy Institute responds as lawmakers address pensions, transit reforms and nuclear energy

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 31, 2025

Illinois lawmakers concluded the veto session with decisions on pensions, transit, and energy policy, drawing criticism from the Illinois Policy Institute.

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Which City of Chicago area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Monday, Nov. 3?

By K. H. Chan | Oct 31, 2025

Monday, Nov. 3 will see these former City of Chicago area high school stars in competition.

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Leaked docs reveal Johnson's $16.6B 2026 budget plans to tax corporations, underfund police, bail out former employer CPS

By Chicago City Wire reports | Oct 31, 2025

A leaked FY2026 budget proposal from Mayor Brandon Johnson outlines plans for new taxes and employee surcharges on corporations and luxury industries to close the city’s $1.2 billion deficit.

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Chicago faces criticism over rising costs of affordable housing developments

By L. T. Fry | Oct 30, 2025

Chicago officials are facing scrutiny over the rising costs of affordable housing developments in the city.

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Pete Batra appointed dean of Rush Medical College

By D. S. Dyer | Oct 30, 2025

Pete Batra, MD, has been named senior vice president and dean of Rush Medical College.

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Chicago Department of Housing opens emergency heating repair program for winter

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 30, 2025

The Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) will begin accepting applications for its Emergency Heating Repair Program (EHRP) on November 1, as colder weather approaches.

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Illinois Rep. Harper’s food desert elimination commission bill passes House and Senate

By K. D. Herring | Oct 30, 2025

State Rep. Sonya M. Harper authored a bill that passed both the House and Senate establishing a commission to address food deserts in Illinois.

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In Memoriam: Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage remembered on his birthday (October 30)

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 30, 2025

On October 30, 1925, Augustus Alexander "Gus" Savage was born in Detroit, MI.

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In Memory: Remembering John Neal Erlenborn on his Death Anniversary (October 30)

By H. D. Cruz | Oct 30, 2025

John Neal Erlenborn died on October 30, 2005, marking the end of a lifetime dedicated to public service and advocacy in Chicago City, IL.

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UI Health expands partnership with Cook County Health to enhance care delivery

By H. H. Robinson | Oct 30, 2025

The University of Illinois College of Medicine and Cook County Health have announced an expansion of their partnership, which began in 2021.

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Who are the City of Chicago area high school alumni in action on Sunday, Nov. 2?

By K. H. Chan | Oct 30, 2025

These former City of Chicago high school stars set for games on Sunday, Nov. 2.

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ICE spokesman says Chicago Tribune misrepresented enforcement video in Lincoln Square incident

By T. H. Bergman | Oct 29, 2025

Tricia McLaughlin, Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), said that a Chicago Tribune report omitted key details regarding a woman's interaction with an officer and obstruction during an...