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To get into Solider Field to see the Chicago Bears play, fans on average pay more than $200 per ticket for the 2017 season.

$6 hot dog anyone? Why attending professional games breaks the bank

By Jackie Murray
December 11, 2017
Immigrant workers play important role in Illinois

Immigrant workers play important role in Illinois

By Jackie Murray
December 4, 2017
Ex-DNAinfo reporters discuss closure, future

Ex-DNAinfo reporters discuss closure, future

By Jackie Murray
November 27, 2017
A proposed ordinance would charge citizens up to $500 for “distracted walking.”

Aldermen: Put phone away before crossing the street

By Jackie Murray
November 20, 2017
Super moms coming to Rogers Park’s rescue

Super moms coming to Rogers Park’s rescue

By Jackie Murray
November 13, 2017
Study: Majority of Chicago guns trafficked from out of state

Study: Majority of Chicago guns trafficked from out of state

By Jackie Murray
November 6, 2017
Worry not Chicago sports doomsday preppers, better years are on the way

Worry not Chicago sports doomsday preppers, better years are on the way

By Jackie Murray
October 30, 2017
Reports show Las Vegas shooter Steven Paddock had two rooms booked at the Blackstone during Lollapalooza’s 2017 festival weekend

What happens now? Chicago reacts to Las Vegas shooting

By Jackie Murray
October 16, 2017
Not your average playoffs

Not your average playoffs

By Jackie Murray
October 11, 2017
Peterson Park’s Hannah G. Solomon Elementary School, 6206 N. Hamlin Ave., serves 360 students who speak more than 40 languages among them. 

Two CPS schools recognized nationally for high performance

By Jackie Murray
October 9, 2017
Because of the damage from the 7.1 magnitude Mexico City earthquake, citizens’ committee Chicago Con Mexico has formed and opened an account at Second Federal bank  in Little Village to collect monetary donations.

Chicago’s strong Latino community saves their own by bringing aid, resources to Mexico, Puerto Rico

By Jackie Murray
October 2, 2017
Emanuel’s anti-gentrification plan may not be enough to stop displacement

Emanuel’s anti-gentrification plan may not be enough to stop displacement

By Jackie Murray
September 25, 2017
Vandalism or Art? The city continues to accelerate its response to graffiti complaints

Vandalism or Art? The city continues to accelerate its response to graffiti complaints

By Jackie Murray
September 18, 2017
City provides support for mental health crises

City provides support for mental health crises

By Jackie Murray
September 11, 2017
Several construction notices are posted along the viaductsWilson and Lawrence Avenues. 

Tent City future at stake over bike paths

By Jackie Murray
September 5, 2017
Illinois receives federal assistance to combat ‘opioid crisis’

Illinois receives federal assistance to combat ‘opioid crisis’

By Jackie Murray
May 8, 2017
M.A.D.D Rhythms aims to preserve, promote and contribute to the tap dance art form.

Notable Native: Bril Barrett

By Jackie Murray
May 8, 2017
The Quincy train station will be remodeled to allow access to  people with disabilities. The $1.2 million project is expected to be completed by the end of the year. 

CTA stations on long path to total ADA accessibility

By Jackie Murray
May 1, 2017
South Shore challenged by cyclical eviction

South Shore challenged by cyclical eviction

By Jackie Murray
May 1, 2017
Windy City promises renewable future

Windy City promises renewable future

By Jackie Murray
April 24, 2017
State Sen. Heather Steans (left) and State Rep. Kelly  Cassidy (right) authored legislation that would legalize recreational marijuana in Illinois.

Illinois lawmakers say recreational weed could fix state budget

By Jackie Murray
April 24, 2017
Emanuel’s new high school graduation plan denounced by experts, graduates

Emanuel’s new high school graduation plan denounced by experts, graduates

By Jackie Murray
April 17, 2017
Millennium Park was named the top tourist attraction in the Midwest for its free, culturally significant work open to locals and visitors, said Millennium Park Foundation Executive Director Scott Stewart.

Millennium Park named top Midwest attraction

By Jackie Murray
April 17, 2017
Chicago’s segregation costs billions, stunts society growth

Chicago’s segregation costs billions, stunts society growth

By Jackie Murray
April 10, 2017
New response center to help homeless families

New response center to help homeless families

By Jackie Murray
April 10, 2017
Chicagoans’ health problems vary by neighborhood

Chicagoans’ health problems vary by neighborhood

By Jackie Murray
April 3, 2017
Potential EPA cuts would have ‘detrimental’ effects on Chicago environment

Potential EPA cuts would have ‘detrimental’ effects on Chicago environment

By Jackie Murray
April 3, 2017
NCAA can’t continue to take advantage of players

NCAA can’t continue to take advantage of players

By Jackie Murray
March 27, 2017
Chicago Public Schools may be without librarians starting Fall 2017

Chicago Public Schools may be without librarians starting Fall 2017

By Jackie Murray
March 27, 2017
Chicago named top city for corporate investment

Chicago named top city for corporate investment

By Jackie Murray
March 13, 2017
Arturo Sarukahn, former Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S., said Mexico was treated like an “electoral piñata” in the 2016 presidential election.

US and Mexico: friends or foes?

By Jackie Murray
March 13, 2017
Illinois groups stand with transgender youth

Illinois groups stand with transgender youth

By Jackie Murray
March 6, 2017
Hockey is for Everyone gives the opportunity for Illinois kids to learn hockey no matter their race, gender or background, according to Chairman Brit Volini.

Notable Native: Brit Volini

By Jackie Murray
March 6, 2017
Millions invested in public safety after alderman resistance

Millions invested in public safety after alderman resistance

By Jackie Murray
February 27, 2017
Street performers Devontay Wood (left) and Jordan Jones said it is their “passion” to play the bucket drums on State Street, one of the areas a proposed ban would bar them from playing. 

Street performers could be forced to new venues

By Jackie Murray
February 27, 2017
State Rep. Sara Feigenholtz, D-Chicago, wants to send a message to President Donald Trump by ensuring Illinois state coverage of abortions. 

Illinois counters Trump’s anti-abortion rhetoric

By Jackie Murray
February 20, 2017
The Chicago Bears announced they will be raising ticket prices for the 2017-2018 season by an average of 2.6 percent

Bears raise ticket prices despite losing season

By Jackie Murray
February 20, 2017
Ticket booths at Union Station on Feb. 10.

Metra increases fares to fund capital projects

By Jackie Murray
February 13, 2017
What does less snow mean for Chicago?

What does less snow mean for Chicago?

By Jackie Murray
February 13, 2017
Demonstrators converge outside Terminal 5 of O'Hare International Airport, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017, in Chicago, as people protest President Donald Trump's executive order banning travel to the United States by citizens of several countries. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Trump’s ban causes ‘fear and chaos’

By Jackie Murray
February 6, 2017
Apna Ghar, whose administrative offices showed above are located at 4350 N. Broadway in Uptown, recently expanded from the 15-bed shelter it previously operated.

Domestic violence shelter revamped, others face uncertainty

By Jackie Murray
February 6, 2017
Popular student loan lenders hit with state, federal lawsuits

Popular student loan lenders hit with state, federal lawsuits

By Jackie Murray
January 30, 2017
Wilbur Wright College, 4300 N Narragansett Ave., announced plans to offer a cyber security training program for students. 

Cyber security ‘bootcamp’ coming to City Colleges

By Jackie Murray
January 30, 2017
Chicago Police Superintendant Eddie Johnson addesses the questions brought up by members of Youth For Black Lives meeting at Experimental Station, 6100 S. Blackstone Ave. Jan. 17.

CPD Superintendent addresses student activists concerns

By Jackie Murray
January 23, 2017
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