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09-15-2025 Vol 2084

Category: Chicago

Shooting of Undocumented Immigrant by ICE Officer Sparks Outrage in Franklin Park

Shooting of Undocumented Immigrant by ICE Officer Sparks Outrage in Franklin Park

FRANKLIN PARK, Ill. — A tragic encounter in the west suburbs on Friday resulted in the shooting and death of…
Oak Park Streetscaping Project to Honor Percy Julian with $5.3 Million Design

Oak Park Streetscaping Project to Honor Percy Julian with $5.3 Million Design

The Village Board of Oak Park has officially approved plans for a significant streetscaping project along Chicago Avenue that will…
Chicago Police Department Launches Podcast Amid Community Concerns

Chicago Police Department Launches Podcast Amid Community Concerns

CHICAGO — The Chicago Police Department has introduced a podcast titled “Roll Call,” aiming to foster candid discussions about law…
The Growing Divide Between NFL Billionaires and Fans as the 2025 Season Begins

The Growing Divide Between NFL Billionaires and Fans as the 2025 Season Begins

As the 2025 NFL season gets underway, a new study by Americans for Tax Fairness (ATF) highlights an alarming financial…
Temporary Closure of Downtown to Non-Residents and Workers for Mexican Independence Day Celebrations

Temporary Closure of Downtown to Non-Residents and Workers for Mexican Independence Day Celebrations

Starting Friday, car access to Downtown Chicago may be restricted to only residents and workers as the city prepares for…
Ald. Brendan Reilly Announces Run for Cook County Board President in 2026

Ald. Brendan Reilly Announces Run for Cook County Board President in 2026

Alderman Brendan Reilly of Chicago’s 42nd Ward has officially declared his candidacy for the Cook County Board president as a…
Recent Developments in Art, Design, and Culture Across the U.S.

Recent Developments in Art, Design, and Culture Across the U.S.

In a major development, collector John Pritzker has donated a significant collection of 188 Dada and Surrealist artworks to New…
Ecuadorian Asylum Seeker Battles Deportation After Arrest in Chicago

Ecuadorian Asylum Seeker Battles Deportation After Arrest in Chicago

An Ecuadorian asylum seeker, Ivan Perez Canola, currently 40 years old, is engaged in an urgent legal fight to prevent…
President Trump Promises Federal Intervention in Chicago as Criticism Mounts

President Trump Promises Federal Intervention in Chicago as Criticism Mounts

President Donald Trump has escalated his rhetoric regarding immigration enforcement in Chicago, making headlines by referencing a parody image of…
Federal Immigration Operation Targets Chicago Amid Controversy

Federal Immigration Operation Targets Chicago Amid Controversy

In a controversial move, President Donald Trump’s administration has announced ‘Operation Midway Blitz,’ aimed at targeting undocumented immigrants in Chicago.…
The Complexity of Gun Violence and Resilience in Chicago: A Deep Dive into Chatham

The Complexity of Gun Violence and Resilience in Chicago: A Deep Dive into Chatham

For over a decade, I have returned repeatedly to Chicago, captivated by its multifaceted narrative—particularly concerning gun violence. My initial…
DHS Launches Immigration Enforcement Operation in Illinois Amid Political Tensions

DHS Launches Immigration Enforcement Operation in Illinois Amid Political Tensions

The Department of Homeland Security has announced a new immigration enforcement operation in Illinois, spotlighting a growing federal initiative targeting…