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.

Birth Center of Chicago Temporarily Closes Due to Staffing Shortage, Forcing Expecting Mothers to Relocate

Birth Center of Chicago Temporarily Closes Due to Staffing Shortage, Forcing Expecting Mothers to Relocate

CHICAGO — The Birth Center of Chicago, located in the North Center neighborhood, has announced a sudden, temporary closure through the summer due to ...

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Chicago Overtakes Las Vegas as Top U.S. Gambling Destination

Chicago Overtakes Las Vegas as Top U.S. Gambling Destination

CHICAGO — In a dramatic shift within the U.S. gambling scene, Chicago has now dethroned Las Vegas as the nation’s top gambling city, according ...

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Chicago Teen Publishes Book Showcasing Stories of StreetWise Magazine Vendors

Chicago Teen Publishes Book Showcasing Stories of StreetWise Magazine Vendors

CHICAGO — A local high school student is making waves in the community by sharing the stories of individuals who sell StreetWise, the well-known ...

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Mayor Johnson Warns Trump Against Sending Troops to Chicago Over Immigration Crackdown

Mayor Johnson Warns Trump Against Sending Troops to Chicago Over Immigration Crackdown

CHICAGO — Mayor Brandon Johnson issued a strong warning to the Trump administration this week, vowing to resist any effort to deploy federal troops ...

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Ideal Siding Expands Into Chicago, Launches First Illinois Franchise

Ideal Siding Expands Into Chicago, Launches First Illinois Franchise

CHICAGO — Ideal Siding, North America’s fastest-growing siding renovation franchise, has officially entered the Illinois market, opening its first location in the Chicago metro ...

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Severe Storms and Triple-Digit Heat Index Expected Across Chicago Area This Week

Severe Storms and Triple-Digit Heat Index Expected Across Chicago Area This Week

CHICAGO — The National Weather Service is forecasting severe storms and sweltering heat for the Chicago area starting Tuesday and continuing through the weekend, ...

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FHLBank Chicago Delivers 2024 Report on Housing, Economic Grants, and Community Job Support

FHLBank Chicago Delivers 2024 Report on Housing, Economic Grants, and Community Job Support

CHICAGO — The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) has released its 2024 Impact Report, showcasing a year of major financial contributions ...

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Black Drivers Pulled Over at Disproportionate Rates by Campus Police at Illinois Public Universities

Black Drivers Pulled Over at Disproportionate Rates by Campus Police at Illinois Public Universities

ILLINOIS — A first-of-its-kind analysis of traffic stops at Illinois public universities has revealed a troubling pattern: Black drivers are pulled over at significantly ...

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Illinois Clarifies Application Process for Child Support Requests

Illinois Clarifies Application Process for Child Support Requests

ILLINOIS — Navigating child support in Illinois can be overwhelming, especially for parents new to the process. Whether you’re seeking to establish support, modify ...

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Edith Farnsworth’s Story Reclaimed: The Woman Behind a Modernist Masterpiece Near Chicago

Edith Farnsworth’s Story Reclaimed: The Woman Behind a Modernist Masterpiece Near Chicago

CHICAGO — For decades, the story of the iconic Farnsworth House in Plano, Illinois — one of the world’s most celebrated modernist buildings — ...

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