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Wisconsin Claims Two Spots In Top Fifty-five Foodie Cities In US

Madison and Milwaukee both cracked the top 55 foodie cities in America, with Milwaukee coming in ahead of Chicago by one spot.

Wisconsin · 19h

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Pritzker appeals FEMA’s decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker appealed the Trump administration's decision to deny Illinois' request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois' request last month without explanation for federal resources to respond to August storms. In an appeal submitted to the agency, the state provided updated damage numbers showing the storm cost eligible for public assistance is now $43 million — up from $27.6 million in the original request and well above FEMA's $24.9 million standard.

Illinois · 16h
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CPS, schools statewide want more taxpayer funds from legislature

(The Center Square) – Despite the state’s increased funding to public school districts in the budget, school districts want state lawmakers to find more taxpayer money to fund their operations. The Illinois House Appropriations committee on Elementary & Secondary Education on Thursday had a hearing on the future...

Chicago, IL · 18h

Daily Northwestern

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‘Coalición Latina’: Evanston Latinos gather to advocate for Spanish language accessibility

Coalición Latina de Evanston, a new initiative organized by Evanston Latinos, aims to gather local advocates and residents to advocate for Spanish language accessibility, youth mental health services and housing in the city. They met for their second session Wednesday, reuniting over 30 attendees from different parts of Evanston.

Evanston, IL · 1d
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Incumbent McCaskill wins reelection to Cook County board

COOK COUNTY, Ill. — Incumbent Cook County 5th District Commissioner Kisha McCaskill won the general election Nov. 3, her first election after being appointed to that seat. McCaskill beat Republican candidate Richard Nolan to retain the commissioner’s position in Cook County’s 5th District, which spans parts of suburban Cook County and Chicago’s South Side. It does not include Lansing, but does include many communities within Thornton Township, including Dolton, Harvey, Hazel Crest, and Markham.

Cook County, IL · 3d

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Orland Park’s Stellwagen Farm may house bee hives

The buzz around town is to not have buzzing too close to town. The Village of Orland Park is looking at a municipal community beekeeping apiary pilot area and prefers to use Stellwagen Farm for its location. At the Oct. 19 Committee of the Whole Meeting, Recreation and Parks Director...

Orland Park, IL · 3d

metroplanning.org

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Understanding the Calumet River (Reach 5)

The Chicago River System has evolved since the launch of the Our Great Rivers initiative. To determine if Chicago is reducing barriers to the good life and fostering shared prosperity for its residents and business all along the river system, this evaluation notes how the system and its surrounding communities have changed over time. Consistent with the project structure, the findings are organized into the themes of inviting, productive, and living.

Chicago, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

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CTA service suspended downtown, North Side due to fire department activity, officials say

CTA service has been suspended on multiple train lines downtown and on the North Side due to fire department activity, officials said.

Chicago, IL · 3d

FOX 32 Chicago

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Illinois secession push grows as downstate counties voice frustration with Chicago

Chicago, IL · 21h

Loyola Phoenix

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Cook County passes three notable ballot measure and advisory referendums

Cook County residents voted on several ballot measures Nov. 3 in addition to casting their votes in the various national and local races. Three notable ballot measures, previously reported on by The Phoenix, passed. The issues ranged from the recuperation of losses from federal ICE operations to a proposed millionaire...

Cook County, IL · 3d

illinoislawyernow.com

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Ankin Law Welcomes Attorney Bria Wallace

Once again, Ankin Law has shown the desire to look around the country to find lawyers that can help injured people in Chicagoland. The firm is proud to welcome Attorney Bria Wallace to our roster as she joins our prolific workers’ compensation department this fall. “It’s a top firm....

Chicago Metropolitan Area, IL · 3d

Riverside Brookfield Landmark

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Road repair referendum fails in Brookfield

Brookfield’s referendum to increase the limiting tax rate for one year to establish a permanent funding source for ongoing and future street maintenance has failed with 59.94% of voters rejecting it. With all 12 village precincts reporting results as of 9 p.m. on Nov. 3, 4,060 voters cast ballots...

Brookfield, IL · 3d

WBEZ

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Landmark status sought for Lake View house tied to city's early preservation movement

An architect’s 19th century Lake View graystone — home base for his successful efforts to preserve Louis Sullivan’s architecture and legacy — is being considered for preliminary landmark status. The Commission on Chicago Landmarks will decide Thursday whether to recommend designating the residence and studio of...

Chicago, IL · 2d

southwestregionalpublishing.com

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Orland Park DMV closes before move to Orland Hills

The Illinois Secretary of State driver’s facility serving the Orland Park area is scheduled to open in its new home at 9291 W. 159th St. in Orland Hills at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, according to the Village of Orland Park. The new Orland Hills DMV+ sits next to...

Orland Park, IL · 1d

ABC 7 Chicago

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Dozens of current, incoming IL lawmakers seek to oust Emanuel 'Chris' Welch as state House speaker

A group of Democratic Illinois lawmakers is calling for new leadership in the state House.

Illinois · 1d

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Retired Chicago police officer Luczak headed to victory for NW Side school board seat; Peralta also apparent winner

Residents in Edgebrook, Jefferson Park, Edison Park, Norwood Park and some other Northwest Side neighborhoods will likely have a new school board representative, as retired Chicago police officer Margie Luczak is leading incumbent Ed Bannon by a wide margin. With 71 of the 79 precincts reporting in District 1A, Luczak...

Chicago, IL · 3d

Loyola Phoenix

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Incumbent Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle reelected

Incumbent Democratic Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was reelected for her fifth full term Nov. 3. She was first elected in 2010 and has held the position since then. Chicago Public Media called the race for Preckwinkle, who defeated Libertarian candidate Michael Murphy at 7 p.m. Tuesday night. She...

Cook County, IL · 3d

Chicago Public Radio

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Maybe it will happen today, one Chicago pessimist hopes. Thousands of fans do too.

It was March of 2025, and everything sucked. Finances had been tough for a few years for Chicago artist Phineas X. Jones, 53, and he was deeply troubled by the reelection of President Donald Trump. Even so, the times planted a seed for him. In spite of it all, Jones doodled some flowers and sunshine and happy little animals on his iPad, framing a monumental set of words: Maybe it will happen today.

Chicago, IL · 3d

FOX 32 Chicago

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Illinois school budget blunders and corruption raise questions about taxpayer oversight

Illinois · 1d

WBBM News Radio

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​Chicago Park District cuts ribbon on first-of-its-kind children's garden on West Side

​Chicago Park District cuts ribbon on first-of-its-kind children's garden on West Side

Chicago, IL · 1d