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- chicago.suntimes.com Continuing Ventra app glitches leave Metra riders unable to buy tickets
The app was working Sunday, but some purchases weren’t going through Monday as the morning commute began.
- blockclubchicago.org Southwest Siders Call On Federal Agency To Preserve Damen Silos From Demolition
Under the silos' new owner, MAT Limited Partnership, the structures could be demolished — but a review process by the Army Corps of Engineers may offer a solution.
- www.nbcchicago.com Punxsutawney Phil doesn't see shadow on Groundhog Day, meaning early spring
The focus of many was on Gobbler's Knob in tiny Pennsylvania town, Punxsutawney, on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024 as the weather prognosticating groundhog Phil sees, or doesn't see, his shadow. How did all this come about?
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Trump can stay on Illinois 2024 ballot after 14th Amendment challenge, officials say - ABC News
abcnews.go.com Trump can stay on Illinois 2024 ballot after 14th Amendment challenge, officials sayTrump can remain on Illinois’ presidential primary ballot, a state board voted on Tuesday, dismissing another challenge to his eligibility under the 14th Amendment
- blockclubchicago.org Chicago Is Finally Getting Public Restrooms
JCDecaux, an experienced public bathrooms operator, has been chosen to install and manage four bathrooms as part of a long-awaited pilot program.
- blockclubchicago.org 25 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Winter Disco, Whiskey Fest And Hyde Park Handmade
There's also a Funkadesi show, a Black comic books exhibition, a boozy comedy show and a hands-on tiramisu workshop.
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Goose Island is about to get it's first Highrise
chicago.urbanize.city Onni Group lands financing for Halsted Pointe Phase 1Developer Onni Group has secured $50 million in construction financing for the 46-story mixed-use first phase of Halsted Pointe.
- www.wgem.com New Illinois law creates pathway for automatic admission to state universities
Illinois community college students will soon have a direct path to enter any public university in the state. A law set to take effect Jan. 1, 2024 guarantees admission for students who meet specified criteria.
- chicago.suntimes.com Mayor Brandon Johnson’s job performance rated fair to poor by majority of Chicago voters, new poll finds
About one-fifth of 500 registered voters polled earlier this month said they approve of how Chicago’s mayor is doing his job, while 70% rated his performance as fair or poor. The survey was conducted by Democratic pollster Tulchin Research.
- www.fox32chicago.com Chicago mayor calls for cease-fire in Gaza amid Council debate on resolution
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is calling for a cease-fire in Gaza after the deaths of 25,000 Palestinians.
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Man stabbed, critically injured on River North Red Line platform; charges pending
abc7chicago.com Man stabbed, critically injured on River North Red Line platform; charges pending: Chicago policeCharges are pending Tuesday for a 31-year-old man who slashed another man with a sharp object, critically injuring him, on a CTA Red Line platform in River North.
- blockclubchicago.org There's Lots You Can Do During A Chicago Winter. Here's Block Club's Bucket List
When the days are short and dreary, it's easy to feel down. Here are some ways to make the most of a Chicago winter.
- blockclubchicago.org Has Rat Hole Mania Gone Too Far? Neighbors Ask Fans To Chill After A Wedding, Proposal And Shrine On Site
The viral sensation was fun for a while, but some neighbors say it's led to more litter and noise, and less privacy.
- chicago.suntimes.com Clean energy firm Nexamp to build second headquarters in Chicago
Nexamp’s announcement to expand in Chicago is the latest clean energy company to announce plans — and jobs — in the state.
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Chicago to consider natural gas ban in new buildings
www.chicagotribune.com Chicago to consider an ordinance that would effectively ban natural gas in new buildingsThe ordinance sets an emissions standard that natural gas can’t meet and opens the way for the electric heat and appliances that play a key role in most plans to slash greenhouse gas emissions and avert the worst effects of climate change.
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Chicago rat hole apparently filled in
www.nbcchicago.com 'Some vandal did this:' The Chicago 'rat hole' appears to have been filled inDays ago, people were making a pilgrimage to the site. Now, it appears someone has filled it in. Who would do such a thing?
- chicago.urbanize.city Renderings emerge for potential White Sox stadium at The 78
Renderings have surfaced for a potential new White Sox stadium at The 78 site. Recent reports have brought to light the fact that the White Sox are negotiating with developer Related Midwest about the possibility of building a new stadium on the 62-acre South Loop property.
- blockclubchicago.org A Look Back At Chicago’s Top 5 Biggest Blizzards
We're looking back at the five harshest snowstorms ever to hit Chicago.
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Illinois Secretary of State tells drivers to ‘ditch the DMV’ and register online
www.nbcchicago.com Illinois Secretary of State tells drivers ‘don't come' to DMV unless absolutely necessary“I’m serious. Don’t come unless you are 100% certain that you need to visit one of our facilities,” Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said.
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Report: White Sox in "serious" talks to build a new stadium in the South Loop
www.soxon35th.com Report: White Sox in "serious" talks to build a new stadium in the South Loop | Sox On 35thCould the White Sox find themselves a new home in the South Loop? According to reports, there are "serious talks" about just that.
- www.nbcchicago.com Dickens Greenway project earns praise from cyclists, ire from some Lincoln Park residents
A newly opened bike path in Lincoln Park is drawing both praise from cyclists for its safety improvements, and ire from some Lincoln Park residents who have raised concerns over changes made to the project’s design and funding, with seemingly little public notice.
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Bally's Revises Plans For Permanent Casino Without Hotel Tower
chicagoyimby.com Bally's Revises Plans For Permanent Casino Without Hotel Tower - Chicago YIMBYRevised plans have been revealed for the upcoming Bally’s casino at 777 W Chicago Avenue in River West.
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Chicago weather forecast: Winter storm with heavy snow totals, blizzard conditions
www.nbcchicago.com Winter storm watch issued for entire Chicago area with heavy, wet snow; blizzard conditions possibleBlizzard-like conditions, snowfall totals of up to 9 inches and the ‘coldest air of the season’ are all headed to the Chicago area as part of an incoming winter storm.
- www.nbcchicago.com Illinois Tollway switching to vehicle stickers to pay tolls
Drivers in Illinois are undoubtedly familiar with the transponders used to pay tolls on the Illinois Tollway, but those devices will be going away in coming years with the debut of new technology.
- themarijuanaherald.com Illinois: Record-Breaking $181 Million in Legal Marijuana Sold in December, Almost $2 Billion in 2023
There was $181 million worth of marijuana sold in December, a monthly record for Illinois. According to data just released by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, $153.9 million in recreational marijuana sold in December, in addition to $27.9 million in medical marijuana...
- www.nbcchicago.com Winter weather advisory issued for much of Chicago area ahead of first big snowstorm
Snow totals are expected to be between 1 and 5 inches, with 6 or more inches expected in counties to the west.
- www.wrex.com Illinois population estimates adjusted after census review
Following a review requested by the State of Illinois, the U.S. Census Bureau has approved adjustments to future population estimates for nearly 47,000 residents.
- chicago.suntimes.com Chicago shouldn’t renew its ShotSpotter contract
Studies show the gunshot detection technology has no crime reduction benefit, a University of Chicago professor writes.