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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

As the race for Chicago mayor heats up, 15 candidates have stepped forward to challenge incumbent Brandon Johnson. But the crowded field may soon thin out as petition objections begin, raising the stakes in this high-stakes political contest. This crucial period of petition challenges could...

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Chicago alderpersons challenge Johnson's plan for $75 million pension allocation

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Removal of near 1,000 trees central to Seventh Street Commons housing project in St. Charles

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Joliet Park District executive director leaving post

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DeKalb moves forward with aiding development of event space at site of former church

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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...

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La Salle to buy former hotel Kaskaskia for $20,000, plans demolition

The La Salle City Council on Monday authorized the purchase of the former Hotel Kaskaskia property for $20,000, with the city intending to demolish the long-vacant downtown landmark and bring a years-long legal dispute over the building to an end.The council voted 6-1 on an ordinance authorizing...

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Mattel waterpark kickoff event set; second construction pact awarded

It may be at least two years into the future, but dreams of splashdowns on fun-filled days at the planned $100-million-plus Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark in Bradley are closer to becoming reality.Two construction contracts are now signed, a third is likely in two weeks and the village finally...

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Chicago budget hearings begin with questions over corporate head tax, police misconduct costs

Chicago has a nearly half-billion-dollar bill for police misconduct cases, and City Hall wants to put it on the taxpayers’ credit cards.Budget hearings beginAldermen pressed the mayor’s financial team Monday on how much the borrowing could ultimately cost taxpayers during the first in a series of...

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Race for Chicago Mayor takes shape as national leaders focus on midterm elections

With just eight days until the midterm elections, the contests that could determine control of Congress are taking over local airwaves. But in Chicago, what happens after November is getting all of the attention. Monday was the final day for candidates to file petitions to get on the 2027 mayoral...

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Chicago city budget battle begins with renewed debate of Brandon Johnson's proposed corporate head tax

Chicago city leaders began intense budget negotiations on Monday, facing significant opposition from alders regarding Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposed equitable employer tax and overall spending plan.

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Budget hearings begin Monday for Mayor Johnson's $17.6B budget proposal

Chicago city leaders are debating Mayor Brandon Johnson's controversial $17.6 billion budget proposal, which aims to address an $882 million deficit through measures such as a new equitable employer tax and increased spending.

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Where can I vote early? What to know as Election Day draws near

Early voting is continuing across the Chicago area, and dozens of locations are currently open for those looking to cast their ballots. Many locations are open through the day before the election, and in most counties you can cast ballots at any early voting location so long as you are a resident...

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Cardinal Blase Cupich and Michael Sacks at a formal event in Chicago

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Group objects to Catholic award honoring Chicago businessman; Cardinal Cupich stands by decision

Families enjoying autumn festivities at Jack's Pumpkin Pop-up in Chicago

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Chicago's unusually warm October boosts business at Jack's Pumpkin Pop-up

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Escaped Tennessee inmate's vehicle found in Illinois, manhunt continues

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Valor Support Project sets 3rd annual Veterans Day dinner for Nov. 7 in Rock Falls

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