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Ald. Peter Chico Running Unopposed In Southeast Side’s 10th Ward — Block Club Chicago

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Ald. Peter Chico Running Unopposed In Southeast Side’s 10th Ward

EAST SIDE — Ald. Peter Chico is running unopposed for 10th Ward alderperson, setting him up for a second term representing the Southeast Side in City Council. Chico was the only candidate who filed to run for the 10th Ward seat in next year’s municipal election, according to petitions submitted to...

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Ald. Matt Martin Running Unopposed In North Side’s 47th Ward

NORTH CENTER — For the second election cycle in a row, Ald. Matt Martin will be running unopposed to represent the 47th Ward. Martin succeeded Ameya Pawar in 2019 after the two-term alderman chose not to run again. Martin beat out nine other candidates in 2019, first advancing to a runoff election...

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Work Finally Begins On DuSable Park, Nearly 40 Years After Land Was Set Aside For It

DOWNTOWN — After decades of delay, the Chicago Park District has broken ground on a long-anticipated lakefront park honoring the city’s first permanent non-native settler, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable. The 3.5-acre park at 401 N. DuSable Lake Shore Drive is on a small peninsula east of Lake Shore...

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New Mural Garden, Public Art Space Opening In North Lawndale This Summer

NORTH LAWNDALE — A new community arts space is bringing a mural gallery, a public garden and classrooms to North Lawndale this summer, with construction already underway. Design plans for the West Edge Arts space were unveiled Tuesday at the construction site at 3216 W. Ogden Ave. The sprawling...

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CTA Green and Pink Line service disruptions in Chicago

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Service disruptions on CTA Green, Pink lines to continue past Wednesday

As commuters navigate their daily routines, the unexpected disruption of the Chicago Transit Authority’s (CTA) Green and Pink lines has left many feeling stranded and frustrated. What was initially anticipated as a routine repair has turned into a prolonged wait for those who rely on these vital...

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As Chicago Father Enters Week 3 Of Hunger Strike In Texas ICE Facility, His Family Faces Eviction

ROGERS PARK – When Amaliia Gilmutdinova, her husband, Shokhrukh Abdullaev, and their then-4-year-old daughter, Avrova, arrived in the United States in 2021, they were searching for freedom. Gilmutdinova feared Russian authorities in her home country would arrive at her place, seize her computer and...

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Toyota recalls more than 228,000 vehicles over seat back safety concerns

Toyota is recalling more than 228,000 vehicles due to a potential issue with the second-row seat backs, which may fail to stay secured in the event of a crash. The recall impacts certain 2022 through 2026 Toyota Sienna Hybrid vehicles. According to a recall notice posted by the National Highway...

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Cook County State's Attorney's Office to open new digital forensics lab in 2027

In 2027, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office is set to expand its digital forensics capabilities with a brand-new lab. It aims to streamline the process of analyzing digital evidence and help move criminal cases through the court system more efficiently.New digital forensics labFrom cellphone...

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Federal officials order environmental review of Amtrak's proposed Bridgeport facility after backlash

The Federal Railroad Administration will conduct a more detailed environmental assessment of Amtrak’s plan to relocate its 14th Street maintenance facility to Union Pacific’s Canal Street Yard in Chicago s Bridgeport neighborhood after the proposal sparked intense backlash from residents. U.S....

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Chicago area trick-or-treat times: What are the hours when Halloween falls on a Saturday?

For the first time since 2020, Halloween falls on a Saturday. And in some parts of the Chicago area, that means trick-or-treat times are a bit different for the holiday this year. Many cities and villages release details about their trick-or-treat times for Halloween as the candy-filled holiday...

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Joliet comprehensive plan development in home stretch, with a public open house Thursday

The comprehensive plan, which may hit home for Joliet property owners more than some think, is ready for public review after two years of work.The city posted a draft of the plan on its website on Friday.People also can go to a community workshop from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Joliet West High...