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Hot Dog Vendor Matt Brewer Joins Chicago Mayoral Race
Matt Brewer, owner of the Wieners Circle hot dog stand, declared his run for Chicago mayor, highlighting a recent marquee that questioned the incumbent’s…
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Fog Advisory Issued Ahead of Heavy Rain Later This Week
A dense fog advisory for north and west Chicago counties is active until 10 a.m. Tuesday, while heavy rain is forecast to start overnight Wednesday and last…
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Fall Bridge Lifts Begin Wednesday on Chicago River
Annual fall bridge lifts start Wednesday to move boats to winter storage, which could delay commuters on the Chicago River.
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Four Chicago High Schools Hit Niche 2027 Top List
Four Chicago-area high schools made Niche’s 2027 top public school list, and several suburban districts also ranked among the top districts. The rankings,…
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Driver Ignores Stop Sign, Critically Injures Cyclist in Avalon Park
A motorist ran a stop sign in Avalon Park, striking a 47-year-old cyclist and causing critical injuries; the driver was cited on multiple traffic violations.
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Chicago Officials Oppose $144 Million Gas Rate Hike
Chicago officials and watchdogs urged state regulators to deny Peoples Gas’ $144 million rate increase request and to reform its pipeline retirement program.
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Chicago Council Approves Parking Meter Sale with Cash and Profit Share
The Chicago City Council approved a parking meter sale that includes an upfront payment and profit sharing, which officials say will benefit taxpayers. The…
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Chicago Police Sergeant Charged with Aggravated Battery
A Chicago police sergeant has been charged with aggravated battery after allegedly punching a 17‑year‑old girl, resulting in a concussion.
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Council Raises Borrowing Vote Threshold, Risks Fourth Veto
The council approved a rule shifting borrowing approval to a three‑fifths vote, increasing the threshold to 30 votes. The measure, aimed at limiting debt,…
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UChicago Physicist, U of I Scientist Named MacArthur Fellows
A University of Chicago physicist and a University of Illinois environmental scientist were named MacArthur Fellows, receiving the foundation’s unrestricted…
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Candidates Compete for Illinois Comptroller Seat
Margaret Croke and Bryan Drew are running for Illinois comptroller in the January 2027 election, aiming to succeed long‑time incumbent Susana Mendoza.
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Prime Video's 'Neagley' Tops Streaming Charts, Filmed in Chicago
Amazon Prime Video's 'Neagley' has become the top‑streamed show, ranking first on the platform. The action series, a 'Reacher' spin‑off, is shot on location in…
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Chicago River Bridges to Rise Starting Sept. 30
Chicago will raise river bridges from September 30 through mid‑November 2026 to allow boats to pass, temporarily stopping road traffic.
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Chicago Ethics Panel to Review Taxpayer‑Funded Ad Featuring Mayor and Trump
An ethics committee hearing on Oct. 1 will review a publicly funded World Business Chicago ad featuring Mayor Johnson and former President Trump, questioning…
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Chicago, Cook County Seek Poll Workers for Nov 2026 Election
Election officials in Chicago and suburban Cook County are recruiting registered voters and eligible students to serve as poll workers on November 3, 2026.
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Stonepeak Sells Deportation Airline, Pursues $2.53 B Meter Deal
Stonepeak Partners sold an airline used for Trump‑era deportations and revealed plans to buy Chicago parking meters for $2.53 billion.
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Officer Recommended for Dismissal After Trail Shooting
A Chicago officer shot a suspected carjacker on the 606 Trail, leading a review board to recommend dismissal, a decision opposed by a former police…
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Three Hospitalized After Serious Crash in West Pullman
Three individuals were hospitalized after a serious crash in Chicago’s West Pullman, as reported by the fire department.
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Chicago Officer Shoots Dog After Alleged Charge on West Side
A Chicago officer shot a dog that allegedly charged him during a West Side patrol on September 28, 2026. The encounter highlights the occasional presence of…
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Teen Arrested for Dozens of Hospital Parking Lot Break-Ins
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office arrested a teen on September 22, 2026 for multiple vehicle break‑ins at Loyola University Medical Center and Gottlieb Memorial…
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Driver Arrested After Wrong‑Way Crash Kills Woman on Lake Shore Drive
A driver was arrested after his SUV traveling the wrong way on Lake Shore Drive collided head‑on with a sedan, killing a woman.
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15 Private Planes Violate Flight Ban During Trump Illinois Visit
Fifteen civilian planes violated a temporary flight restriction over Chicago during President Trump's nine‑hour Illinois visit, causing NORAD to send F‑16s and…
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Man critically wounded in West Pullman home invasion
Two gunmen entered a West Pullman home early Monday and shot a 20-year-old man, who is now in critical condition at Advocate Christ Medical Center. Police are…
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City Council Pushes Back Parking Meter Sale Vote
The council delayed the parking meter sale vote to next week to secure a 5% revenue share, part of renegotiations of the 2008 privatization.