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Rep. Perez: Rep. García’s ballot switch is 'beneath the dignity of his office'

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, U.S. Representative for Washington's 3rd District, has called for the House to rebuke Representative Jesús "Chuy" García for orchestrating a ballot handoff to his chief of staff.

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Chicago Contrarian calls Mayor Johnson clinically delusional over ICE 'terror' claim

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

The Chicago Contrarian, a user on the social media platform X, has reported that since November 1, Chicago has recorded eight homicides and 51 shootings, none involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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Chicago finance committee rejects mayor’s proposed head tax on businesses

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

The Chicago City Council's finance committee has voted against Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed head tax, a measure that would have charged businesses a fee for each employee they hire.

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Jesse Brown VA launches new orientation sessions for veterans and caregivers

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Jesse Brown VA Medical Center in Chicago has announced the launch of a new VA health care orientation program.

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Federal government urged to refocus efforts on reforming Chicago justice system and schools

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

The federal government has the ability to improve living conditions in Chicago, but this would require a shift away from high-profile enforcement actions and a focus on more substantive reforms.

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After School Matters opens Orleans Teen Center offering paid programs for local teens

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson attended the opening ceremony for the Orleans Teen Center in Cabrini-Green, a new facility operated by After School Matters (ASM) on Chicago’s Near North Side.

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Chicago leaders announce closure plan for Calumet landfill; conversion to public parkland set

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Park District CEO Carlos Ramirez-Rosa announced the future closure of the Calumet Confined Disposal Facility (CDF) and plans to convert its 43-acre site into public parkland.

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Chicago leads US cities in violent crime decline as local officials dispute federal claims

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Chicago has experienced a significant reduction in violent crime during 2025, according to a recent Axios report.

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Chicago sues Justice Department over restrictions on community policing grant

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

The City of Chicago, along with the City of Saint Paul, has filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding conditions attached to a $6.25 million grant from the DOJ’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services...

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Chicago named as new live broadcast site for 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Chicago will be featured as a live broadcast location for “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” for the first time, according to an announcement made by ABC7, Dick Clark Productions, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Choose Chicago.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for UN investigation amid immigration crackdown; opens new teen center

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

This weekend, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed several key issues and participated in community events across the city.

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Which former City of Chicago area high school stars will compete on Thursday, Nov. 20?

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 17, 2025

Thursday, Nov. 20 will see these former City of Chicago area high school stars in competition.

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City of Prospect Heights Natural Resources Commission met November 13

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 16, 2025

City of Prospect Heights Natural Resources Commission met 7 p.m. Thursday, November 13

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Cook County Health Board of Directors Quality and Patient Safety Committee met Nov. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Health Board of Directors Quality and Patient Safety Committee met Friday, Nov. 14

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Cook County Land Bank Authority - Land Transactions Committee met Nov. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Land Bank Authority - Land Transactions Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 12

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Cook County Health Board of Directors Human Relations Committee met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Health Board of Directors Human Relations Committee met Thursday, Nov. 13

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Tom Ahern shares updates on armed robbery, murder charge, and burglaries in Chicago

By Chicago City Wire | Nov 16, 2025

Tom Ahern of the Chicago Police Department reported on three major crime incidents between November 15-16, including armed robbery charges, a first-degree murder charge, and citywide burglaries.

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Cook County Health Board of Directors Finance Committee met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Health Board of Directors Finance Committee met Thursday, Nov. 13

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Cook County Economic Development Advisory Committee met Nov. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Economic Development Advisory Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 12

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Cook County Commission on Human Rights met Nov. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2025

Cook County Commission on Human Rights met Thursday, Nov. 13