Budget problems are causing the Chicago Public Schools Board of Education to make staffing and…
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New Proposal Calls for Watchmen at Vacant Buildings Near Schools
A new ordinance would require owners of foreclosed and vacant properties located within a 1,000-yard-radius…
Marijuana ticketing to be enforced, expanded to Ford Heights
Getting a ticket for possession of 10 grams of marijuana or less, instead of getting…
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McCormick Place to Get New Hotel Tower–More Jobs for Near South Side
McCormick Place Hyatt Regency moved one step closer to adding a second tower with the…
Are Your Political Opinions Fact-Based? Test Yourself and See
Celebrate Constitution Day, September 16, with some new educational games, videos, and activities for people of…
Cook County Streamlines Vendor Contract Requirements
Cook County Board Commissioners approved an ordinance last week that will overhaul the county’s procurement…
Chicago Consortium results for schools; Mixed results
A study by the University of Chicago released this week is highlighting strengths and weaknesses…
Officials, organizations team up to reduce agriculture runoff into Lake Huron
With a bit of help, farmers can now improve their land and reduce farm runoff…