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Clerk Mariyana T. Spyropoulos Warns Public about Fraudulent QR Code Parking Notice
The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County is warning residents about a fraudulent notice falsely presented as an official court communication involving an alleged parking… Read more
ICE Accountability Project Launches Social Media Channels to Document Enforcement Actions and Share Public Resources
The ICE Accountability Project announced the launch of its official social media channels, expanding the project’s ability to document federal immigration enforcement activity and provide the public with timely information… Read more
Forest Preserves of Cook County Prepares for Spring 2026 Trout Fishing Season
The Forest Preserves of Cook County announced the 2026 spring inland trout fishing season, opening on Saturday, Apr. 4, at Axehead Lake and Belleau Lake in Park Ridge, Sag Quarry… Read more
City of Chicago Promotes Career Pathways in Live Entertainment at Lollapalooza and Sueños Career Fair
Mayor Brandon Johnson attended the fourth annual career fair hosted by Lollapalooza and Sueños at Malcolm X College, highlighting pathways to employment in the live entertainment and events industry for young Chicagoans. More than 150 jobseekers and City Colleges students attended the event,… Read more
This St. Patrick’s Day, Spread the Word: The Luck o’ the Irish won’t save you from drunk, high or drug-impaired driving
St. Patrick’s Day will be here before we know it, bringing parades, parties, green beer and more to communities throughout the state. To remind motorists of the dangers of impaired… Read more
Alleged Boss of Violent Sinaloa Cartel Indicted in Chicago on Drug, Firearm, and Material Support of Terrorism Charges
A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted an alleged boss of the violent Sinaloa Cartel in Mexico on drug, firearm, and material support of terrorism charges. Jesus Omar Ibarra… Read more
Are You Ready for Severe Weather Season? March is the time to prepare
Thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, floods, and power outages are all possible during Illinois’ spring weather season. That is why the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA OHS)… Read more
Problem Gambling Awareness Month: Illinois Lottery Reminds Players -Don’t Struggle in Silence
March is recognized nationwide as Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an annual observance dedicated to increasing public understanding of problem gambling and promoting resources for those seeking support. This Problem Gambling… Read more
City of Chicago Celebrates 189th Birthday
Caption by Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday morning, Mayor Brandon Johnson alongside the City Club of Chicago’s Poet Laureate Mayda Alexandra del Valle, Chicago Historian Shermann “Dilla” Thomas, and local small businesses celebrated… Read more
360 Chicago Celebrates the City of Chicago’s 189th Birthday with Free Admission
360 CHICAGO, the iconic 94th floor observation deck at 875 N. Michigan Ave, celebrates the City of Chicago’s 189th birthday on Wednesday, March 4 by once again granting free general… Read more
