Ald. Ronnie Mosley Running Unopposed In Far South Sideβs 21st Ward
The incumbent alderman was the only person to file petitions for the 21st Ward seat. It will be his second term.
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Ald. Lamont Robinson Running Unopposed In South Sideβs 4th Ward
The first-term alderman beat six candidates to represent the 4th Ward at City Council. He now is in line for a second term after no…
Read full article βAld. Nicole Lee Running Unopposed In Bridgeport, Chinatownβs 11th Ward
Lee was appointed to the 11th Ward seat after the sitting alderman was convicted of tax fraud. She won reelection in 2023 and is seeking…
Read full article βAld. Raymond Lopez Running Unopposed In South Sideβs 15th Ward
Lopez, one of the city's most vocal and polarizing politicians, is running for a fourth term to represent neighbors in Back of the Yards, Gage…
Read full article βElianne Bahena, Chief Of Staff To Retiring Alderman, Running Unopposed In 22nd Ward
Bahena has been endorsed by outgoing Ald. Michael Rodriguez, whom she's worked for since 2022. She was elected to a local police district council in…
Read full article βWork Finally Begins On DuSable Park, Nearly 40 Years After Land Was Set Aside For It
Lakefront land was first set aside for the park in 1987. It is slated to be completed by summer 2028.
Read full article βWhole Foods Coming To Former Family Dollar Store In Logan Square
The store continues the chain's expansion into denser neighborhoods and near public transportation. It is Chicago's second smaller format store.
Read full article βAld. Debra Silverstein Running Unopposed In West Ridgeβs 50th Ward
Silverstein has represented the Far North Side ward since 2011. Seeking a fifth term in next year's election, this is the first time she'll run…
Read full article βStreet Vendors Rally For More Protections In Proposed Ordinance: βBeing A Worker Is Not A Crimeβ
Restrictions on where and how long vendors can sell food and drink in Chicago continue to make it difficult to support their families, workers said.
Read full article βAld. Andre Vasquez Running Unopposed In Far North Sideβs 40th Ward
Vasquez is seeking a third term after unseating a longtime incumbent in 2019 and cruising to victory in 2023.
Read full article βNew Mural Garden, Public Art Space Opening In North Lawndale This Summer
West Edge Arts, 3216 W. Ogden Ave., will feature at least 30 murals, a cafe, artist studios and classroom space geared toward young artists on…
Read full article βWhy House longshot Doug Chapin thinks he can break through in the 6th District
The Democrat, a longtime student of elections, believes GOP Rep. Tom Emmerβs βredβ district is ripe for change. The post Why House longshot Doug Chapin…
Read full article βMeasles prevention is a family and community concern
Our response should bring two commitments together: a clear recommendation for vaccination and practical support that helps people act. The post Measles prevention is a…
Read full article ββBazaar Bizarreβ puts the audience in the thick of a theatrical journey
Strange Loop Projects brings renewed energy to Loring Park in Minneapolis, thanks to the city's Vibrant Storefronts program. The post βBazaar Bizarreβ puts the audience…
Read full article βMinnesota Secretary of State race is about more than just election oversight
As Steve Simon seeks a fourth term, GOP challenger Tad Jude sees a more robust role fighting fraud. The post Minnesota Secretary of State race…
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The shooting happened around 5:30 p.m. Monday in the 1700 block of South Union Avenue.
Read full article βWatch: Dr. Ibram X. Kendi on how βthe great replacement theoryβ went global
Historian and bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi joined MinnPost Festival 2026 to discuss his new book, "Chain of Ideas: The Origins of Our Authoritarian Age."…
▶️ Watch →Roseland Hospital Maternity Ward Closure A Huge Blow To South Side Parents: βWhat Is The Plan?β
The hospitalβs labor and delivery department will be suspended Saturday, and a reopening date has not been set, hospital staff said.
Read full article βAs Chicago Father Enters Week 3 Of Hunger Strike In Texas ICE Facility, His Family Faces Eviction
The Russian asylum-seeker and father is among immigrants on their 16th day of a hunger strike at El Valle Detention Center in Texas, calling for…
Read full article βGetting Campaign Material For Chicagoβs School Board Election? We Fact-Checked Some Of It
Chalkbeat reviewed a handful of campaign materials bankrolled by super PACs and candidates to add clarity, context, and in one case, a correction.
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