A large crowd attended the dedication ceremony of the memorial sculpture depicting fallen Officer Ella French, with her dog Bella by her side.
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Cook County issues disaster proclamation for August storms and flooding
County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued a disaster proclamation Wednessday in response to storms on August 16 through August 19.
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Pritzker tells Trump: ‘Do not come to Chicago’
In a hard-hitting press conference, Gov. JB Pritzker tells President Donald Trump: ‘Do not come to Chicago’
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Statue dedication on Sunday to honor Ella French
On Aug. 31, at 10 a.m. in Wentworth Park, Chicago will gather to unveil a bronze sculpture honoring slain Chicago Police Officer Ella French.
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Southwest Side officials demand action over flood concerns
Ald. Gutierrez (14th) called for immediate response and infrastructure improvements after the Aug. 16-17 flood while city and metro water reps answered residents’ flood questions addressing specific topics at a meeting in Garfield Ridge.
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Nicky V’s brings big flavor back home
Nicky V’s opened a new Bedford Park location, bringing owner Nick Versetto back to his roots while expanding his award-winning restaurant brand.
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García wins $35 million grant for Midway Airport safety
U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García (D-4th) announced that Midway Airport will receive $35M in federal funding to improve safety at the airport.
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New survey for Aug. 16-19 flood damage
Initial damage assessments from most recent storms and flooding must be submitted by Friday, Aug. 22, 2025
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Pollo Campero brings taste of Guatemala to Marquette Park
Pollo Campero’s fourth Illinois location is now open in a former White Castle in Chicago’s Marquette Park neighborhood.
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FEMA begins assessing flood damage on Southwest Side
Preliminary damage assessment teams will be visiting homes on Chicago’s Southwest Side until Sunday, Aug. 17.