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.

Cook County Launches Modular Homes Initiative to Tackle Chicago’s Housing Shortage

Cook County Launches Modular Homes Initiative to Tackle Chicago’s Housing Shortage

CHICAGO — Cook County is rolling out a bold solution to the region’s affordable housing crisis by building modular homes in underdeveloped neighborhoods — ...

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Chicago Beachgoers Warned of Dangerous Lake Michigan Conditions Post-July 4th

Chicago Beachgoers Warned of Dangerous Lake Michigan Conditions Post-July 4th

CHICAGO — As residents and tourists look to unwind from Fourth of July celebrations, officials are warning beachgoers to stay alert — and possibly ...

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DHS Slashes 75% of Intelligence Staff, Sparking National Security Concerns

DHS Slashes 75% of Intelligence Staff, Sparking National Security Concerns

CHICAGO — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is moving forward with plans to cut 75% of staff from its intelligence office, reducing the ...

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Chicago Public Schools Laid Off 161 Employees Amid Budget Uncertainty

Chicago Public Schools Laid Off 161 Employees Amid Budget Uncertainty

CHICAGO — Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has laid off 161 employees, including dozens of classroom aides, custodians, and clerical workers, in the latest sign ...

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Decatur Hosts 'Summit of Hope' Event to Support Transition of Former Inmates Back Into Community

Decatur Hosts ‘Summit of Hope’ Event to Support Transition of Former Inmates Back Into Community

DECATUR — Community leaders, state officials, and dozens of local organizations came together in Decatur this week for the “Summit of Hope,” a large-scale ...

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“‘The First Homosexuals’ Exhibit Opens at Wrightwood 659 After Rejections Abroad”

‘The First Homosexuals’ Exhibit Opens at Wrightwood 659 After Rejections Abroad

CHICAGO — Chicago’s Wrightwood 659 gallery in Lincoln Park has opened its doors to a landmark exhibition that many major museums worldwide declined: “The First ...

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Chicago Among Centers of Record $14.6 Billion Health Care Fraud Takedown

Chicago Among Centers of Record $14.6 Billion Health Care Fraud Takedown

CHICAGO — In what the Department of Justice has called the largest health care fraud enforcement action in U.S. history, federal authorities have charged ...

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Flender Expands Elgin Service Center To Boost North American Operations

Flender Expands Elgin Service Center To Boost North American Operations

ELGIN — Global drive systems manufacturer Flender has officially launched an expansion of its Elgin, Illinois service center, aiming to bolster support for customers ...

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Storm Threat Looms Over Fourth of July in Chicago, but Fireworks Still Possible

Storm Threat Looms Over Fourth of July in Chicago, but Fireworks Still Possible

CHICAGO — As Chicago gears up for the Fourth of July, residents may need to pack more than just sunscreen and lawn chairs — ...

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Joliet Drops Residency Rule for Firefighters in New Contract Vote

Joliet Drops Residency Rule for Firefighters in New Contract Vote

JOLIET — The City of Joliet will no longer require firefighters to live within city limits, after a unanimous City Council vote approved a ...

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