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06-05-2025 Vol 1982

Category: Chicago

Chicago Mayor Pushes to Maintain Grocery Tax Amid Budget Deficit Concerns

Chicago Mayor Pushes to Maintain Grocery Tax Amid Budget Deficit Concerns

As the deadline to consider a city-specific grocery tax approaches, Mayor Brandon Johnson is advocating for the continuation of a…
Eddie Levert Reflects on His Musical Journey as He Prepares for Chicago Show

Eddie Levert Reflects on His Musical Journey as He Prepares for Chicago Show

Eddie Levert, the legendary soul icon and founding member of The O’Jays, is gearing up for an intimate performance at…
Celebrating Four Decades of Printers Row Lit Fest in Chicago

Celebrating Four Decades of Printers Row Lit Fest in Chicago

The Printers Row Lit Fest, a cornerstone of Chicago’s literary culture, celebrates its 40th anniversary this September. Originally staged in…
The TRiiBE Expands to Garfield Park with New Production Studio Focused on Black Chicago Stories

The TRiiBE Expands to Garfield Park with New Production Studio Focused on Black Chicago Stories

GARFIELD PARK — The TRiiBE, an acclaimed digital media outlet dedicated to reshaping the narrative surrounding Black Chicago, has recently…
The Significance of the Name Leo XIV: A New Era for the Catholic Church

The Significance of the Name Leo XIV: A New Era for the Catholic Church

The recent election of Bishop Robert Prevost as pope, taking the name Leo XIV, has sparked considerable discussion regarding the…
Chicago Fire Announces Plans for New $650 Million Soccer Stadium at The 78 Development

Chicago Fire Announces Plans for New $650 Million Soccer Stadium at The 78 Development

After years of attempts to spark development in the South Loop, The 78 and developer Related Midwest may have finally…
FarmZero: Revolutionizing Urban Agriculture in Downtown Chicago

FarmZero: Revolutionizing Urban Agriculture in Downtown Chicago

The aroma of fresh vegetables fills the air as visitors step off the elevator on the 18th floor of 30…
Chicago Allocates $20 Million to 28 Neighborhood Development Projects

Chicago Allocates $20 Million to 28 Neighborhood Development Projects

In a significant move to revitalize local communities, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced today a total of $20 million in funding…
Jay Wood: The Rising Chicago Rapper Blending Authenticity with Vibrant Style

Jay Wood: The Rising Chicago Rapper Blending Authenticity with Vibrant Style

Jay Wood, a promising rapper from Matteson, Illinois, is making waves in the local music scene with his unique blend…
Onigiri Kororin: A Taste of Japan in the Heart of Chicago

Onigiri Kororin: A Taste of Japan in the Heart of Chicago

In the bustling world of convenience foods, Onigiri Kororin has emerged as a beacon of healthy eating in Chicago, introducing…
U.S. Department of Energy Cancels Funding for Major Clean Energy Projects, Affecting Kraft Heinz and Diageo

U.S. Department of Energy Cancels Funding for Major Clean Energy Projects, Affecting Kraft Heinz and Diageo

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) made headlines last Friday by announcing the discontinuation of funding for two dozen clean…
Debate on End-of-Life Legislation Highlights Underlying Tensions

Debate on End-of-Life Legislation Highlights Underlying Tensions

The Illinois Legislature is currently out of session, leaving many hopeful advocates without the opportunity to present their proposed legislation,…