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Chicago neighborhood named among ‘coolest' in the world in recent TimeOut list
A Chicago neighborhood was issued a lofty accolade in a recent ranking by TimeOut that listed the 38 "coolest neighborhoods in the world," compiled from feedback by the publication's "network of on-the-ground experts" across the globe. Despite the ranking featuring neighborhoods in cities across all corners of the globe, Logan...
Editorial: Gov. Pritzker needs to speak forcefully against Mayor Johnson’s CPS machinations
A year ago, the city of Chicago was in the beginning stages of housing thousands of migrants in tents on a former industrial site contaminated with toxic metals. That effort carried on for another two months, funded in part by the state, before Gov. JB Pritzker killed the plan at the eleventh hour when it became clear how foolhardy it was. Preparation of the site in the Southwest Side ...
Politicians often link crime and homelessness. The reality is more complex
As the homelessness crisis grows, it’s common for the public and politicians to conflate homeless encampments and criminal activity. But how much do these camps really affect crime in cities?
Illinois Campus Quad Named Among America’s Most Beautiful
If you've been to college, one of the best parts of the experience is usually happening somewhere inside the quad. Architectural Digest defines the quad, or quadrangle, as the heart of the school, a lush green space typically encircled by academic buildings or student residences. It's a unique feature that sets each campus apart.
Chicago family charged $18K for 4 months-worth of water
Ana Villanueva and her brother were charged over $18,000 for four months of water bills, but after hiring a plumber and replacing their lead water service line, they were unable to find any leaks, and the city declined to lower their bill.
Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long breaks down Illinois’ culture of corruption
Ray Long, the great investigative reporter at the Chicago Tribune, joins Lisa Dent to break down everything we need to know about Illinois’ culture of corruption and to discuss the public officials who helped build this culture. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
Court records show two Springfield insiders profited from a controversial state government program
Two longtime Springfield political insiders — a retired Democratic lawmaker and a Republican lobbyist — quietly got paid hundreds of thousands of dollars each through a controversial Illinois government program, according to court records in a civil case. Ex-Illinois State Sen. James DeLeo, D-Chicago, and prominent GOP lobbyist...
Bird migration alerts issued as millions fly over Chicago area
Residents and businesses in the Chicago area are being asked to take steps to protect vulnerable birds as migration alerts are issued Tuesday. Researchers at CornellLab, along with Colorado State University and UMass Amherst, say millions of birds are expected to fly over the state of Illinois on both Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Mayor Johnson inks $100 million increase for Favorite Healthcare Staffing
CHICAGO - Facing a nearly $1 billion budget deficit, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson side-stepped questions Thursday about a $100 million pay increase for Kansas-based company - Favorite Healthcare Staffing - which has staffed the city's migrant shelters. The change order and contract extension comes at a time when the city...
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