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Officials Say They Did A βReal Good Jobβ On Election Day β But Alders Rip Ballot Shortages, Long Waits
Alderpeople criticized the Chicago Board of Elections Monday over ballot shortages, long lines and other issues during last weekβs election.
Read full article βDriving It Home w/ Patti Vasquez – November 9, 2026
▶️ Watch →Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky launches bid to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
The swift action as soon as the House opened Monday, following the midterm elections, sets the stage for a dramatic vote. The post Rep. Thomas…
Read full article βMinnPostβs newsroom is hiring an engagement coordinator
Build trust and connection between MinnPost journalists, readers and the broader community as part of our independent, nonprofit newsroom. The post MinnPostβs newsroom is hiring…
Read full article βMan Fatally Shot From Moped In Little Village
An unidentified driver fatally shot a man standing outside the 3100 block of South Kolin Avenue, police said. Ald. Michael Rodriguez (22nd) urged neighbors to…
Read full article βFight Between Morgan Park Man And His Mom Spilled Into Front Yard Before He Murdered Her: Officials
Joseph Ruiz has been charged with fatally assaulting his 84-year-old mother days after they were seen in an altercation outside their home, prosecutors said.
Read full article βWith New Democratic Congress Incoming, Pritzker Calls For Federal AI regulations
This proposal would build on existing statewide AI regulations that differ from the federal governmentβs current hands-off approach of non-binding agreements.
Read full article βMayor Says Heβs βAlwaysβ Favored Gunshot Detection Technology As VotersΒ Back Its Return
Mayor Brandon Johnson, who got rid of ShotSpotter, says he supports a system that "protects privacy and demonstrates effectiveness."
Read full article βEmmer, seeking to gain favor and protect a GOP majority, raised millions for losing House candidates
The current majority whip is in a battle to keep his leadership job as shell-shocked House Republicans respond to their electoral losses. The post Emmer,…
Read full article βIβve got lead in my Minneapolis homeβs drinking water. Now what do I do?
I asked three experts how to interpret the results of my Minneapolis water lead test kit. The post Iβve got lead in my Minneapolis homeβs…
Read full article βHow Trump and Republicans lost Hispanic voters
The gains Republicans had made among Hispanic Americans were reversed by Trump's mass arrests and deportations. The post How Trump and Republicans lost Hispanic voters…
Read full article βThattu, Popular Southwest Indian Restaurant, Closing In Avondale After 3 Years
While the restaurant was busy when it first opened, business has struggled more recently. Business owners plan to bring back pop-ups and travel with their…
Read full article βWhere To Get Your Thanksgiving Pie In Chicago
The time to pre-order is now. Here are 31 bakeries offering traditional and unique pies and pastries for the holiday.
Read full article βChatham Is A βVeterinary Care Desert.β A New Pet Clinic Is Opening To Fill That Void
Dr. Simuel Hampton, a Chatham resident, will welcome his first patients on Tuesday to Chatham Veterinary Clinic, the neighborhoodβs only animal care clinic.
Read full article β2 Business Owners Challenge Ald. Daniel La Spata In 1st Ward Race
La Spata seeks his third term and faces Laura Yepez, the 1st Ward committeeperson for the Cook County Democratic Party, and businessman Bill Thanoukos.
Read full article β3 Uptown Residents Challenging Ald. Angela Clay In 46th Ward Race
One of those residents, Nicole A. Edelman, is also challenging Clayβs petition signatures, threatening the incumbent's ability to appear on the February ballot.
Read full article βDel Sur Bakery Ready To Reopen After Thanksgiving In Bigger Space
Justin Tiu Lerias' popular Filipino bakery in Ravenswood has been closed since June for a redesign. It will reopen Nov. 28 with dine-in service and…
Read full article βLong-Awaited Gibsons Tavern Opens Nov. 17 In Fulton Market
The newest outpost from Gibsons Restaurant Group will serve comfort food and upscale steakhouse fare in a vintage-inspired space.
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