Marimar Martinez, the Chicago teacher shot five times by Border Patrol agents last fall, was granted permission Friday by a judge to release certain evidence from her case.
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Archdiocese to close Sts. Bruno and Richard School and five others
Sts. Bruno and Richard School is one of six schools the Archdiocese of Chicago has announced will be closing at the end of the school year.
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CPS reopens Black Student Achievement Committee applications
TAG: The committee will support the Chicago Board of Education by helping to assure critical comprehensive representation, governance, oversight and monitoring of the city’s Black Student Success Plan.
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Lopez rips delay over budgeted $5 million gunshot detection system
After the Chicago City Council passed its 2026 spending plan over the objections of Mayor Brandon Johnson, the mayor set aside a $5 million appropriation for gunshot detection technology to be purchased and activated by the middle of 2026.
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Chicago bans hemp edibles but allows beverages in compromise vote
Chicago aldermen voted 32-16 to allow hemp beverages, topical products and additives, while banning edibles.
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Cook County opens warming centers as arctic chill hits Chicago
Cook County opens warming centers as wind chills near –10°F, offering shelter, snacks, restrooms, and limited pet accommodations for residents.
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23rd Ward residents get property tax help despite blame game
Ald. Silvana Tabares and Cook County Board of Review Commissioner George Cardenas held property tax assistance events for homeowners.
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Chicago seeks community voices for special education policy committee
Applicants must reside in the City of Chicago and, if selected, will complete the CPS New Volunteer Application that includes a mandatory background check.
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23rd Ward residents can get property tax appeals help in January
In-person appointments are limited. To make an appointment, call Tabares’ office at 773-582-4444 or email ward23@cityofchicago.org.
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Supreme Court won’t allow Illinois National Guard deployment
The Supreme Court decided not to overrule a lower court decision that blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area.