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60-Unit Passive Living Affordable Housing Breaks Ground in West Humboldt Park

Passive Living Affordable Housing Project Breaks Ground in West Humboldt Park

CHICAGO, IL – A major affordable housing milestone has been reached in West Humboldt Park as city officials, developers, and community leaders broke ground ...

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Illinois Called Out by DHS for 'Obstructing' Immigration Law, Pritzker Pushes Back

Illinois Called Out by DHS for ‘Obstructing’ Immigration Law, Pritzker Pushes Back

EVANSTON, IL — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has named Illinois among seven jurisdictions it claims are “shamefully obstructing” federal immigration law. The ...

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Illinois Lawmakers Propose $55 Billion Budget With New Tax Plans

Illinois Lawmakers Reveal $55B Budget Plan Just Before Deadline

SPRINGFIELD, IL – With just one day left in the legislative session, Illinois lawmakers have introduced a $55 billion spending proposal that includes targeted ...

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Lume Wellness Brings First EXOMIND Mental Health Treatment to Chicago

Lume Wellness Brings EXOMIND Mental Health Tech to Chicago with Summer Discounts

CHICAGO, IL — May 31, 2025 – Lume Wellness has become the first location in Chicago to offer the EXOMIND brain stimulation treatment, an ...

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Chicago Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in Washington Heights Armed Robberies

Chicago Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in Washington Heights Armed Robberies

CHICAGO — The Chicago Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect believed to be involved in a recent string ...

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Cresco Labs Posts $30M in Operating Cash Flow for Q1 2025, Strengthens Financial Position

Cresco Labs Posts $30M in Operating Cash Flow for Q1 2025, Strengthens Financial Position

CHICAGO, IL – May 30, 2025 — Cresco Labs Inc., a national leader in cannabis production and retail, has reported robust financials for the ...

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Cubs Target $108M Mariners Ace Luis Castillo in Surprise Trade Pitch

Cubs Pursue Blockbuster Trade for $108M All-Star Pitcher Luis Castillo

With the July 31 MLB trade deadline fast approaching, the Chicago Cubs are reportedly exploring a blockbuster move to upgrade their starting rotation. At ...

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West Town’s New Bar Just Reopened a Piece of Bucktown History — Did You Spot the Iconic Sign?

West Town’s New Bar Just Reopened a Piece of Bucktown History — Did You Spot the Iconic Sign?

CHICAGO — Something old just found new life in West Town. A brand-new bar named Friends of Friends opened this past weekend at 701 ...

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DOJ Investigates Mayor Johnson’s Hiring Practices for Alleged Racial Bias

DOJ Launches Civil Rights Investigation into Hiring Practices at Chicago City Hall

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a federal civil rights investigation into the administration of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, citing concerns that ...

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Chicago Seniors Celebrate Older Americans Day While Advocating for Resources

Chicago Seniors Celebrate Older Americans Day While Advocating for Resources

It was a day of joy, movement, and heartfelt speeches on Chicago’s South Side, where older residents gathered at the Atlas Regional Senior Center ...

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