Chicago Public Schools Faces $734M Budget Gap
Chicago Public Schools is bracing for a significant financial challenge as it prepares to vote on its 2026 budget, facing …
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Yankees Power Past White Sox Behind Trio of Home Runs
The New York Yankees kept their surge alive on Thursday night, blasting past the Chicago White Sox 10-4 at Guaranteed …
Yankees Crush Nationals, Set Sights on White Sox
The New York Yankees showcased their power on Wednesday night, hitting six home runs in an 11–2 blowout victory over …
Chicago Fire Match at Inter Miami Rescheduled
Major League Soccer and Chicago Fire FC announced a change to the club’s regular-season schedule. The away match against Inter …
Chicago Business Licenses Decline by Half on Mag Mile
Chicago has experienced a steep decline in active business licenses over the past decade, according to new data. Since 2015, …
Pritzker Rejects CPS Bailout Amid Union Demands
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has declined to provide a financial rescue package for Chicago Public Schools (CPS), despite growing pressure …
White Sox Shut Out Royals 7–0 Behind Smith’s Gem
The Chicago White Sox delivered a dominant performance Monday night, blanking the Kansas City Royals 7–0 at Guaranteed Rate Field. …
Cubs Complete Sweep of Angels with 4–3 Win in Anaheim
The Chicago Cubs capped off a dominant weekend with a 4–3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday afternoon …
Trump Names Joe Gebbia to Lead National Design Studio
Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia said on Aug. 23 it would be an honor to redesign thousands of U.S. government websites …
Yankees Tie HR Record in 13-3 Rout of Rays
Aaron Judge, Cody Bellinger, and Giancarlo Stanton hit back-to-back-to-back homers in the first inning as the Yankees tied a franchise …
CDOT Begins La Placita Plaza Project in Belmont Cragin
The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), Alderman Gilbert Villegas of the 36th Ward, and the Northwest Side Community Development Corporation …
14 Chicago Small Businesses Named NOF Grant Finalists
Fourteen small businesses and organizations across Chicago have been named finalists for the latest round of Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) …
Naeher Scores in 200th Match as Stars Rally to 3-3 Draw
Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher delivered an unforgettable moment in her milestone 200th NWSL appearance, scoring in the final seconds of stoppage …
Chicago Fire Host St. Louis CITY SC in MLS Clash Tonight
Chicago Fire FC will meet St. Louis CITY SC at SeatGeek Stadium tonight in the teams’ third-ever regular-season matchup. Kickoff …
From Campers to Leaders in Elmhurst Park District
For some, childhood experiences in local park district programs become treasured memories. For others, those moments go a step further—shaping …
FEMA Teams Assess Chicago Flood Damage
FEMA and Local Agencies Begin Flood Damage Assessments in Chicago Teams from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), U.S. Small …
Rush OTD Students Use Tech to Transform Anatomy Learning
Second-year occupational therapy doctorate (OTD) students at Rush University Medical Center are taking anatomy education to the next level with …
Zinckernagel Makes Fifth MLS Team of the Matchday
Chicago Fire’s Zinckernagel Secures Fifth MLS Team of the Matchday Selection Chicago Fire FC winger Philip Zinckernagel has been recognized …
Chicago Hires Law Firm to Recover City Debts
Chicago Retains Tristan & Cervantes to Pursue Municipal Debts The City of Chicago has retained Tristan & Cervantes, LLC, a Minority …
Chicago Fire Loans Omari Glasgow to Loudoun United
Omari Glasgow Heads to Loudoun United on Loan Chicago Fire FC has confirmed that versatile defender and winger Omari Glasgow will join Loudoun …
Chicago Faces Potential Tax Hike Amid $1B Budget Gap.
Mayor Johnson Weighs Progressive Taxes to Tackle Budget Deficit A recent press conference led by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has …
Chicago Expands Sustainable Community Schools Initiative
Chicago Grows Sustainable School Model to 36 Sites Citywide Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, in partnership with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) …
Jack Elliott Named to MLS Team of the Matchday Again
Elliott Earns Second Straight MLS Team of the Matchday Honor For the second consecutive week, Chicago Fire FC captain Jack …
Chicago Releases First-Ever Mid-Year Budget Report
The City of Chicago has unveiled its first-ever Mid-Year Budget Report, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the city’s financial health …
Chicago Teens Pitch Campaigns to End Gun Violence
Chicago Teens Tackle Gun Violence Through Creative Campaigns More than 50 teenagers from Chicago’s South and West Sides are set …
Art Institute to Honor Elizabeth Catlett’s Legacy
The Art Institute of Chicago will host a landmark retrospective on acclaimed artist Elizabeth Catlett, titled “A Black Revolutionary Artist …
Chicago Residents Push Back on Harlem Ave Housing Plan
Residents of Chicago’s Galewood and Montclare neighborhoods are speaking out against a proposed 70-unit public housing project set for construction …
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