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$650M Chicago Fire Stadium Approved in South Loop

$650M Chicago Fire Stadium Approved in South Loop — Privately Funded Project to Anchor The 78 Development

CHICAGO — A major sports infrastructure project is now officially underway in Chicago, as the Chicago Fire FC has announced plans to construct a ...

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Simone Biles Moves Into New Chicago Home as Husband Joins Bears Roster

Simone Biles Moves Into New Chicago Home as Husband Joins Bears Roster

CHICAGO, IL — Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles has officially joined the ranks of high-profile Chicago homeowners. The 28-year-old gymnast recently announced via Instagram ...

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Chicago to Open First New Medical School in Nearly a Century Amid National Doctor Shortage

Chicago to Open First New Medical School in Nearly a Century Amid National Doctor Shortage

CHICAGO, IL — For the first time in nearly 100 years, a new medical school is opening in Chicago — and it’s arriving with ...

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“Our City Sucks Because Our Mayor Sucks”: Resident's Rant Sparks Debate

“Our City Sucks Because Our Mayor Sucks”: Resident’s Rant Sparks Debate

CHICAGO — The frustration in Chicago is boiling over — and now it’s going national. In a heated appearance on Fox News’ The Ingraham ...

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Chicago’s Land Is Sinking Faster Than Most U.S. Cities, Experts Warn

Chicago’s Land Is Sinking Faster Than Most U.S. Cities, Experts Warn

CHICAGO, IL — In a revelation that’s both scientifically fascinating and deeply alarming, Chicago is gradually sinking — and it’s happening faster than in ...

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Transit Agencies Prepare for Major Cuts After Illinois Budget Failure

Transit Agencies Prepare for Major Cuts After Illinois Budget Failure

CHICAGO, IL — Illinois transit agencies are preparing for sweeping service cuts of up to 40% across the CTA, Metra, and Pace networks after ...

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Teen Charged With Machine Gun Possession Near St. Sabina Mass Shooting Scene

AUBURN GRESHAM, CHICAGO — A teenager has been charged with multiple weapon offenses after police say he was caught with a fully automatic handgun ...

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Couple Uses Pepper Spray to Rob Nail Salons in Loop and South Loop, CPD Says

Couple Uses Pepper Spray to Rob Nail Salons in Loop and South Loop, CPD Says

CHICAGO — Police are investigating two armed robberies at nail salons in the Loop and South Loop after a couple allegedly used pepper spray ...

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Bronzeville Soul Sees Sales Surge During Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour Stop In Chicago

Bronzeville Soul Sees Sales Surge During Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Tour Stop In Chicago

CHICAGO, IL — As Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter Tour” took over Soldier Field in mid-May, it wasn’t just music fans who benefited. One local soul ...

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University of Chicago Students Push Vacancy Tax to Boost Affordable Housing

University of Chicago Students Push Vacancy Tax to Boost Affordable Housing

CHICAGO — In a new pitch to tackle the city’s housing crisis, a group of University of Chicago undergraduates is proposing a vacancy tax ...

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