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.

2 Killed in Small Plane Crash Near Capron, Illinois; Federal Investigation Underway

2 Killed in Small Plane Crash Near Capron, Illinois; Federal Investigation Underway

CAPRON, ILLINOIS — A small plane crash in northern Illinois has left two people dead and prompted a federal investigation into what led to ...

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Sharp Drop in Arrests, Rise in Jail Population Revealed in New Cook County Justice Dashboard

Sharp Drop in Arrests, Rise in Jail Population Revealed in New Cook County Justice Dashboard

CHICAGO — A new Cook County data dashboard is shedding light on long-term changes in how the justice system responds to crime — showing ...

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NASCAR Embraced Chicago’s Iconic Streets — But Will It Return After 2025?

NASCAR Embraced Chicago’s Iconic Streets — But Will It Return After 2025?

CHICAGO — As the NASCAR Chicago Street Race gears up for another summer lap through Grant Park, fans and city residents alike are wondering: ...

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Chicago Home Prices Reach $390K as Inventory Shrinks and Sales Hit Decade Low

Chicago Home Prices Reach $390K as Inventory Shrinks and Sales Hit Decade Low

CHICAGO — As Chicago enters the heart of the 2025 summer housing season, a striking paradox is unfolding: home prices are climbing higher than ...

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Chicago's Damen Silos Demolition Moves Forward Despite Growing Community Efforts to Preserve the Landmark

Chicago’s Damen Silos Demolition Moves Forward Despite Growing Community Efforts to Preserve the Landmark

CHICAGO — The long-standing Damen Silos along the South Branch of the Chicago River are set for demolition, even as residents and preservation advocates ...

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Sunday Breaks Record for Travelers Passing Through O’Hare Airport

Sunday Breaks Record for Travelers Passing Through O’Hare Airport

CHICAGO — O’Hare International Airport saw a record-breaking surge in travelers on Sunday, with 114,000 passengers screened by TSA, setting a new single-day record ...

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Chicago Health Leaders Sound Alarm Over CDC Cuts Threatening HIV Prevention Programs

Chicago Health Providers Fight Back as CDC Proposes Major Cuts to HIV Programs

CHICAGO — As federal lawmakers weigh a proposal to slash $793 million from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) budget, Chicago health ...

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CPS Lays Off 160 Employees, Cuts 200 Vacant Positions Amid $730 Million Budget Shortfall

CPS Lays Off 160 Employees, Cuts 200 Vacant Positions Amid $730 Million Budget Shortfall

CHICAGO — Facing a deeper financial hole than previously reported, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) announced Friday it will lay off over 160 employees and ...

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O’Hare Set to Surpass Atlanta as America’s Busiest Airport in 2025

O’Hare Set to Surpass Atlanta as America’s Busiest Airport in 2025

CHICAGO — O’Hare International Airport is on track to reclaim its long-lost crown as the busiest airport in America, outpacing Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson for the ...

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New Online Platform Aims to Help Illinois Educators Support Student Mental Health

New Online Platform Aims to Help Illinois Educators Support Student Mental Health

ILLINOIS — As mental health challenges among school-aged children continue to rise, a new statewide online platform is giving Illinois educators access to essential ...

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