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06-09-2025 Vol 1986

Category: Local News

Chicago Public Library Discontinues E-Cards, Sparking Outrage Among Non-Residents

Chicago Public Library Discontinues E-Cards, Sparking Outrage Among Non-Residents

Last Tuesday’s Chicago Sun-Times contained a range of troubling headlines, from the passing of a beloved, progressive pope to anticipated…
Bally’s Chicago Updates IPO Plans Amid Legal Challenges

Bally’s Chicago Updates IPO Plans Amid Legal Challenges

Bally’s Chicago has filed an amended registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its delayed initial public offering…
Community Demands Justice for John Flemister Following Fatal Shooting

Community Demands Justice for John Flemister Following Fatal Shooting

On a chilly Friday morning at the UIC Blue Line station, Sabrina Holton gathered with family and friends to honor…
Chicago and Great Lakes Cultural Developments: A Weekly Roundup

Chicago and Great Lakes Cultural Developments: A Weekly Roundup

This week in Chicago and the Great Lakes region, the art scene is buzzing with fresh openings and significant exhibitions…
Illinois Legislation Progresses Toward Establishing Freedom Trails Commission for Underground Railroad History

Illinois Legislation Progresses Toward Establishing Freedom Trails Commission for Underground Railroad History

Local historians and activists dedicated to preserving the history of the Underground Railroad in the Chicago area and its southern…
Chicago Expands Urban Canopy: Arbor Day Event Highlights Commitment to Green Equity

Chicago Expands Urban Canopy: Arbor Day Event Highlights Commitment to Green Equity

Mayor Brandon Johnson joined community leaders and residents in West Woodlawn to celebrate Arbor Day with an event focused on…
Freddie Mac Faces Legal Action from Tenants at Kenwood Rental Complex Over Alleged Mismanagement

Freddie Mac Faces Legal Action from Tenants at Kenwood Rental Complex Over Alleged Mismanagement

Freddie Mac is under scrutiny for its management practices at the Ellis Lakeview building, located at 4624 South Ellis Avenue…
Austin Bank of Chicago Building Transformed into Community Hub by Alt Space Chicago

Austin Bank of Chicago Building Transformed into Community Hub by Alt Space Chicago

The historic Austin Bank of Chicago building at 5645 W. Corcoran Place has been repurposed into a vibrant community space…
MUBI Fest Returns to Chicago, Celebrating Global Cinema and Local Creatives

MUBI Fest Returns to Chicago, Celebrating Global Cinema and Local Creatives

MUBI brought its film festival, MUBI Fest, back to Chicago this weekend for the second consecutive year, showcasing a vibrant…
LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Art Project Highlights Heritage and Current Struggles

LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Art Project Highlights Heritage and Current Struggles

A unique art project titled “Outside of the Box: Finding our True Selves” was recently on display at the Center…
Federal Prosecutors Withdraw Forfeiture Request Against Michael J. Madigan

Federal Prosecutors Withdraw Forfeiture Request Against Michael J. Madigan

Federal prosecutors in Chicago have decided to retract their plans to seek a $3.1 million forfeiture judgment against former Illinois…
Chicago Record Report: New Sounds and Local Releases for April

Chicago Record Report: New Sounds and Local Releases for April

The latest installment of the Chicago Record Report shines a spotlight on some of the freshest local music that has…