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Illinois secession movement grows as 12 more counties back split

The movement to separate parts of Illinois from the state continues to grow, with voters in 12 more downstate counties approving non-binding secession referendums in the November election. That brings the total to 45 counties, plus several townships within Adams County, that have approved the measures since 2020. Woman behind...

Illinois · 4d

FOX 32 Chicago

Illinois secession push grows as downstate counties voice frustration with Chicago

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WGN News

Developer eyes Old U.S. Steel South Works site for Chicago Bears stadium

CHICAGO (WGN) – The Old U.S. Steel South Works site off DuSable Lake Shore Drive on the South Side could become the Chicago Bears’ new home if developer Curt Bailey’s vision comes to life. A skyline view, accessible by boat, at a site where infrastructure development is already underway along what the developer calls the […]

everafterinthewoods.com

Chicago’s Legendary Blues And Music Landmarks Are Getting A Big New Chapter Illinois Fans Will Love

Billy Branch was the very first act to play a certain Chicago blues club on its opening day in 1984. Four decades later, his new music became the first release on that same club’s brand-new record label. I love that kind of full-circle story. It isn’t the only fresh...

Chicago, IL · 1d

Riverside Brookfield Landmark

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First Avenue to close at Cermak Road for 5 days

A detour around a one-mile stretch of First Avenue is planned for later this month when the thoroughfare closes for railroad repairs. The stretch of First Avenue from Cermak Road to Roosevelt Road will be closed from 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, through 9 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21, weather permitting, according to press releases from the North Riverside village government and the Illinois Department of Transportation.

North Riverside, IL · 3d

WTTW - Chicago PBS

‘A Long Time Coming’: CTU President Stacy Davis Gates on Historic School Board Election

The first ever fully elected Chicago Board of Education is taking shape as the dust settles from Tuesday’s election. The historic moment comes after an election that may have resembled normal Chicago politics on its surface. Big spending, dueling endorsements and petition challenges marked the campaign. But for Stacy...

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Block Club Chicago

Ald. Walter ‘Red’ Burnett’s Mom Challenges His 4 Opponents’ Ballot Petitions

NEAR WEST SIDE — The Burnett family has held Chicago’s 27th Ward seat for more than 30 years. Now, as the family’s next generation prepares to face voters for the first time, the alderman’s mother is trying to knock every one of his opponents off the ballot.

southportcorridorchicago.com

Construction Begins on Major North Center Redevelopment at Lincoln, Damen and Irving Park

Construction is underway at 3959 N. Lincoln Avenue, bringing a major redevelopment to the busy Lincoln, Damen and Irving Park intersection in North Center. The project will renovate the existing five-story former bank building and add new construction, creating 64 affordable apartments, commercial space and supportive services. A historic building...

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WBEZ

Doggonit! City dog licensing hits an all-time low

Chicago’s bark has long been worse than its bite when it comes to cracking down on owners of unlicensed dogs, but there now appears to be no bite at all. That much was obvious Friday when City Clerk Anna Valencia revealed during City Council budget hearings that her office has issued only 4,100 dog licenses this year in a city with an estimated dog population of more than 650,000.

thenarrativematters.com

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The Mid-Week Rundown: The Illinois Uprising: Chicago, Cook, and Will County Just Flipped the Script on State Power

Northeastern Illinois voters just delivered an unmistakable wake-up call to the political establishment. From sweeping Chicago school board changes and major tax referendums to historic early voting turnout in Cook County and an unprecedented papal ballot in Will County, here is how the November 2026 election rewritten the regional playbook.

Chicago, IL · 4d

WBEZ

Downtown 'Cultural Stadium' idea gains steam with new leader, $2 million funding

A long-discussed vision to revitalize Downtown Chicago as an arts-filled “Cultural Stadium” is now in motion, with the appointment announced this week of a leader to helm the project. Former Michigan state representative Donna Lasinski was announced Wednesday as the initiative’s inaugural president. Under her leadership, the Cultural...

NBC Chicago

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Chicago's connection to Alaska's controversial Senate race

Alaska’s controversial Senate race has a Chicago connection, as Chuck Goudie explains.

Chicago, IL · 4d

Block Club Chicago

Sears Sunken Garden’s Historic Pergola Renovation Hits Milestone In Overhaul

NORTH LAWNDALE — A historical North Lawndale green space is one step closer to being restored to its former glory as the first phase of a major restoration project is on track to wrap up in December. Crews working on the rehabilitation of the Sears Sunken Garden, 3312 W....

nadignewspapers.com

Developer says car wash plan for garden center at 4110 N. Elston not moving forward, according to Ald. Nugent

A developer interested in building a tunnel car wash at 4110 N. Elston Ave. reportedly has informed Alderman Samantha Nugent (39th) that the project will not be moving forward. The site currently serves as home to the Farmers Market Garden Center, but the approximately 29,600-square-foot parcel is for sale, with...

evanstonroundtable.com

City seeks volunteers for 2026-27 Snow Shoveling Program

The City of Evanston is offering its Snow Shoveling Program again this winter to connect older adult residents and persons with disabilities with volunteers who are offering snow-shoveling services. Those seeking assistance or wanting to volunteer should sign up at cityofevanston.org/shoveling. This year, the program is expanding to offer two...

Evanston, IL · 2d

schaumburgtownship.org

Property Tax Appeals Event on November 16

Join the Township of Schaumburg and the Cook County Assessor’s Office for a free property tax appeals event for Schaumburg Township residents. At the event, residents will receive an overview on how to file an appeal and one-on-one assistance. Any questions can be directed to the Township of Schaumburg Assessor’s Office at 847-285-4570. Additional information can be found on the Assessor’s Office page.

Schaumburg, IL · 3d

wvik.org

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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 · 2d

The Center Square

Pritzker, IBM unveil quantum computer fueled by state taxpayers

(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker says a new quantum computer in Chicago will bring jobs to Illinois, after state taxpayers provided $25 million for the project. State and local officials joined administrators from the University of Chicago and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign at the unveiling of the IBM Quantum System Two at Hyde Park Labs in Chicago on Friday.

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The Center Square

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...