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Ald. William Hall Is Running Against 2 Challengers In 6th Ward Race — For Now

CHATHAM — Incumbent Ald. William Hall (6th) will face off against two candidates vying for spots on February’s ballot, though challenges have been filed against his and one of his opponent’s nominating petitions. Allyson Renee Scrutchens and Curtiss Llong Bey filed petitions to appear on the Feb....

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on 2027 Budget, Historic Midterm Election

Cook County is preparing to pass a $9.6 billion budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year. Board President Toni Preckwinkle said her plan closes a projected $550 million budget gap without any new taxes, fees or layoffs. It comes as the county grapples with unprecedented federal funding cuts and threats...

Cook County, IL · 2d

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Demolition Permit In Hand For Newstreet's 200 W. Ohio Plan

A three-story building at the northwest corner of West Ohio and North Wells is lined up to come down. The replacement on the drawing board is a five-story mixed-use building. Chicago developer Newstreet is planning the project at 200 W. Ohio, in River North, Urbanize Chicago reported Friday. Urbanize Chicago reported that a demolition permit is already in hand. Permits to build the new structure have not been filed.

Chicago, IL · 22h

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New 1901 Music Hall set to transform Chicago’s live music scene

Chicago is getting a new mecca for live music as construction advances on the 1901 Music Hall, a 6,000-capacity concert venue that will serve as one of the centrepieces of the ambitious 1901 Project surrounding the United Center. Designed specifically for live music, the new site promises on its website...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Thornton, Bloom townships receive property value reassessments

THORNTON TOWNSHIP, Ill. — Lansing homeowners will see their homes’ property values reassessed this year — and those who want to file an appeal over the new proposed values will need to do so soon. That deadline is Nov. 23 for Thornton Township residents and Dec. 17...

Thornton, IL · 2d

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Most People Drive Right Past These 7 Illinois Hot Dog Stands That Never Changed A Thing

One stand on this list piles the fries right on top of the hot dog and still won’t hand you ketchup. Another claims credit for putting a batter-dipped hot dog on a stick along old Route 66. I love that kind of stubbornness. Illinois has plenty of flashy food...

Illinois · 2d

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Oak Park named one of America’s ‘best small cities’

Turning their “focus to the heart of American life,” Livability put out a list of the “50 Best Small Cities in the U.S.”. Livability’s “LivScore” is comprised of a city’s amenities, economy, education opportunities, environment, health, housing and cost of living, safety and transportation access.

Oak Park, IL · 2d

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Cook County Offers Storm Recovery Funding Applications

Cook County, IL · 2d

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Meet the 21 Members of Chicago’s First-Ever Fully Elected Board of Education

For the first time ever, Chicagoans have fully elected their Board of Education. With several new faces set to join the 21-member board in January following Chicago’s first ever citywide board elections, take a moment to learn more about who will be making critical decisions for Chicago Public Schools, its students and their families.

Chicago, IL · 3d

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Milwaukee-Giddings demo could start this month, as 23 apartments, commercial space planned for site

The construction of a retail-residential development with 23 apartments at 4745-57 N. Milwaukee Ave. is set to kick off by the end of next spring, as demolition of the three existing buildings on the site could start this month. The project would bring redevelopment to a block of Milwaukee Avenue...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Illinois renter says landlord won't replace red-tagged furnace because 'it works'

One Illinois renter shared their story after their landlord refused to replace a red-tagged furnace despite multiple techs recommending it be replaced. The tenant shared the infuriating experience to Reddit's r/HVACAdvice community. In the thread, the Chicago-area renter sought advice on conflicting safety assessments and how to get their landlord to act.

Illinois · 9h

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North Center Teardown Clears Way for 15-Unit Building on Belle Plaine Avenue

2014 W. Belle Plaine Ave. — Approximate Site of Planned 15-Unit Building. A single-story masonry building at 2014 West Belle Plaine Avenue in North Center is coming down, clearing the way for a five-story, 15-unit apartment building with ground-floor retail. The City of Chicago approved 2014 Belle Plaine Holdings LLC's demolition application on Thursday, November 12, setting the stage for a project that has been quietly working its way through the permitting process since summer.

Chicago, IL · 19h

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Chicago Thanksgiving Parade to start an hour earlier for the first time in 92 years

If you’re planning to attend the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade this year, set your alarm an hour earlier. For the first time in the parade’s 92-year history, the procession will begin at 7:45 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning — an hour earlier than in previous years, according to a parade spokesperson who confirmed the change to the Chicago Sun-Times.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Caroling, Trees and the Christkindlmarket — Celebrate the Holidays With These Classic Chicago Traditions

From a mug of hot glühwein at the Christkindlmarket to a trip to the Walnut Room’s Great Tree, there are some Chicago activities that have become iconic holiday traditions. Read on for opportunities to shop, snack, carol and ride holiday trains. Christkindlmarket. The beloved German-style market is returning...

Chicago, IL · 3d

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Ten Chicago Mayoral Hopefuls Pitch Housing Plans, Skip Praise For Johnson

Ten of the 16 people who filed petitions to run for Chicago mayor showed up at Temple Sholom in Lake View to make their case to voters, sparring over housing targets, school policy and how City Hall handles antisemitism. Mayor Brandon Johnson was not among them, choosing instead to attend a community budget town hall in Uptown while the forum unfolded across town.

Chicago, IL · 22h

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Anthony Beale, Longtime Far South Side Alderman, Faces 2 Challengers In 9th Ward Race

ROSELAND — One of City Council’s longest-serving members is slated to face two opponents in next year’s election — though he and one of those candidates are facing challenges to their nominating petitions. Ald. Anthony Beale is seeking reelection for an eighth term as leader of...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Mayor’s Youth Commission provides chance to make change

Teens under 18 often feel they don’t have a place in local or federal government simply because they can’t vote or run for office, according to Education Week. “It’s so easy as a kid to think like you don’t have a place in government. Like, it can feel like a very ‘adult’ thing,” junior Zain Zaidi said.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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The new Obama Presidential Center in Chicago is a must visit for kids and families

Sometimes, don’t you wish you were a kid again? That’s what I was thinking as I stood in the middle of The Obama Presidential Center’s huge and wonderful playground on the Center’s campus on Chicago’s South Side. It is the country’s first play space tied to a presidential museum. (Shouldn’t they all have one?)

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Illinois Winter Thanksgiving Travel: Even Salted I-55 Can Freeze

Chicago, Joliet, Bloomington and Springfield drivers face a hidden danger when pavement temperatures plunge.

Illinois · 4d

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The Rundown: Another sudden Johnson administration departure

Good afternoon! It’s Friday the 13th, and my black cat is displeased he didn’t get an extra-early breakfast to celebrate. Here’s what you need to know today. As Fran Spielman reports for the Chicago Sun-Times, Ashlee Gabrysch’s departure sent shock waves through City Hall and beyond, coming in the middle of a budget stalemate after just three months in the role. The move could trigger another drop in Chicago’s already shaky bond rating and scare investors away from the city’s bonds.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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