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.

Chicago Weather: Fog And Haze Linger Across Area After Much-Needed Rainfall

Chicago Weather: Fog And Haze Linger Across Area After Much-Needed Rainfall

CHICAGO — After two days of much-needed rain amid a lingering drought, Chicagoans woke up Thursday to a foggy, hazy start — and conditions ...

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Chicago Minimum Wage Increasing July 1 With New Paid Leave Rules Set To Roll Out

Chicago Minimum Wage Increasing July 1 With New Paid Leave Rules Set To Roll Out

CHICAGO — Minimum wage workers in Chicago are set to receive a raise starting July 1, as the city implements a series of new ...

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Millennials Drive Housing Market Hope Despite High Mortgage Rates, Survey Shows

Millennials Drive Housing Market Hope Despite High Mortgage Rates, Survey Shows

CHICAGO — A new national housing survey is shedding light on surprising optimism among millennials: they’re still planning to buy homes, even as mortgage ...

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Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly But Remain Under 7%, According To Freddie Mac Survey

Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly But Remain Under 7%, According To Freddie Mac Survey

CHICAGO — Mortgage rates saw a slight uptick this week, but they remain under the 7% threshold, providing a sliver of stability in an ...

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TikTok’s ‘Airport Theory’ Travel Trend Sparks Buzz In Chicago — But Experts Warn It’s Risky

TikTok’s ‘Airport Theory’ Travel Trend Sparks Buzz In Chicago — But Experts Warn It’s Risky

CHICAGO — A new TikTok trend called the “Airport Theory” is gaining popularity among travelers — and it’s catching on here in Chicago. The ...

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Disney Lays Off Hundreds Of TV And Film Workers Amid Push For Streaming Expansion

Disney Lays Off Hundreds Of TV And Film Workers Amid Push For Streaming Expansion

CHICAGO — Media giant Disney has announced it is laying off hundreds of employees across its film and television operations, part of a broader ...

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Illinois Bill Targets Digital Coupon Problems After Shopper Complaints

Illinois Bill Targets Digital Coupon Problems After Shopper Complaints

CHICAGO — A new bill introduced in the Illinois General Assembly aims to address a growing concern for shoppers statewide: broken or inaccessible digital ...

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Chicago Faces Air Quality Alert Amid Canadian Wildfire Smoke

Chicago Faces Air Quality Alert Amid Canadian Wildfire Smoke

CHICAGO — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) has declared an Air Pollution Action Day for the Chicago metropolitan area on Thursday, June 5, ...

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Naperville School Board Meeting Erupts Over Trans Athlete Controversy

Naperville School Board Meeting Erupts Over Trans Athlete Controversy

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — A Naperville school board meeting spiraled into emotional confrontations Monday night, as community members clashed over the continued inclusion of transgender ...

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Penguins Hire Former Chicago Steel Coach Dan Muse As New Head Coach

Penguins Hire Former Chicago Steel Coach Dan Muse As New Head Coach

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins have officially named Dan Muse, former New York Rangers assistant and Chicago Steel head coach, as their new head ...

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