Marisol Vega

Marisol Vega

Marisol writes about how city decisions affect everyday people. From housing and schools to city programs, she breaks down the news so it’s easy to understand. Her focus is helping readers know what’s changing and how it matters to them.

Supreme Court Declines Immediate Review of Trump Tariff Case Filed by Illinois Toy Maker

Supreme Court Declines Immediate Review of Trump Tariff Case Filed by Illinois Toy Maker

ILLINOIS — The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to immediately take up a lawsuit brought by Learning Resources Inc., a Vernon Hills-based educational toy ...

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Illinois Awards $1.35 Million to Boost Innovation in Small Manufacturing Businesses

Illinois Awards $1.35 Million to Boost Innovation in Small Manufacturing Businesses

ILLINOIS — In a major boost to the state’s manufacturing economy, 29 small and mid-sized companies across Illinois have been awarded a total of ...

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Abacus Group Acquires Chicago Cybersecurity Firm Entara to Expand Financial IT Services

Abacus Group Acquires Chicago Cybersecurity Firm Entara to Expand Financial IT Services

CHICAGO — National managed service provider Abacus Group, known for serving the financial sector, has officially acquired Entara, a Chicago-based managed security service provider ...

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Illinois Stays the Same in Size — But Budget Shrinks 35%. What That Means for You

Illinois Stays the Same in Size — But Budget Shrinks 35%. What That Means for You

ILLINOIS — Illinois has roughly the same number of people today as it did in 2008. But the money the state has to serve ...

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Illinois is Still Strong for Business and Workers, Despite What Critics Say

Illinois is Still Strong for Business and Workers, Despite What Critics Say

ILLINOIS — Despite narratives claiming that lawsuits are pushing companies out of state, new data confirms what many local leaders already know: Illinois is ...

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Chicago Residents Offered Guidance on Responding to Snap Curfew Ordinance Debate

Chicago Residents Offered Guidance on Responding to Snap Curfew Ordinance Debate

CHICAGO — The recent debate over a proposed snap curfew ordinance in Chicago has sparked widespread interest and confusion among residents, especially parents, youth ...

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June 21 in Chicago History: The ‘Ragged Stranger’ Murder That Shocked a City

June 21 in Chicago History: The ‘Ragged Stranger’ Murder That Shocked a City

CHICAGO — On June 21, 1920, the city of Chicago was stunned by what appeared to be a tragic robbery turned double homicide in ...

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Illinois Data Center Boom Fuels Economic Growth — But Sparks Warnings Over Water, Power Use

Illinois Data Center Boom Fuels Economic Growth — But Sparks Warnings Over Water, Power Use

ILLINOIS — Illinois continues to attract some of the nation’s largest data center developments, drawing praise for its economic opportunity — but experts say ...

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Illinois Braces for Dangerous Weekend Heat as Temperatures Could Feel Like 105°F+

Illinois Braces for Dangerous Weekend Heat as Temperatures Could Feel Like 105°F+

ILLINOIS — Health officials and meteorologists are warning Illinois residents to take immediate precautions this weekend as the National Weather Service (NWS) issues Extreme ...

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Dominique Thorne and City of Chicago Shine in Marvel’s ‘Ironheart’ Series on Disney+

Dominique Thorne and City of Chicago Shine in Marvel’s ‘Ironheart’ Series on Disney+

CHICAGO — Marvel’s Ironheart is set to debut June 24 on Disney+, and this time, Chicago isn’t just a backdrop — it’s a star. ...

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