Illinois
Chicago Reporter
- TCR’s guide to Juneteenth in Chicago
From Bronzeville to The Burbs: Juneteenth Chicagoland’s Intersection of Celebration and Calls for Justice The mid-June sunshine reveals Bronzeville streets filled with drumbeats and laughter while barbecue aromas spread through the air. This appears like any typical Chicago summer neighborhood gathering, but above the crowd, banners display a single word: Juneteenth. Chicagoland will host parades, The post TCR’s guide to Juneteenth in Chicago appeared first on The Chicago Reporter.
- TCR’s guide to small claims court
New “Justice for Debtor” bill to enable more Illinoisans to participate in small claims court by eliminating appearance fees for defendants, and more. Every year, around 8,000 cases are filed before the Illinois Court of Claims, according to data from the Illinois Secretary of State. Small claims court handles civil disputes about claims of $10,000 The post TCR’s guide to small claims court appeared first on The Chicago Reporter.
- Property Taxes in Cook County: A TCR Guide
As property taxes continue to rise, Illinois officials consider bills that could offer some relief to homeowners In Cook County, the last complete tax cycle marked the 30th straight year property taxes have increased, according to the latest annual tax analysis by the Cook County Treasurer. Image: Cook County Treasurer’s Office With reassessments in the The post Property Taxes in Cook County: A TCR Guide appeared first on The Chicago Reporter.
- Minors named in eviction notices, and the new Ill. law that could protect them
Having an eviction record can lead to housing and loan applications being denied, and make applicants ineligible for affordable housing programs. In Illinois, landlords sometimes name minors in eviction notices. A new bill in the final stages of approval seeks to amend eviction laws to prevent landlords from naming children in eviction notices. “The consequences The post Minors named in eviction notices, and the new Ill. law that could protect them appeared first on The Chicago Reporter.
- New uniforms, same abuses: Accounts of a tactical team shakedown in an Illinois prison
Tactical teams in Illinois prisons are reportedly using abusive practices a decade after “Orange Crush” case Content warning: This story contains graphic descriptions of violence and abuse inside prisons. Kool-Aid, syrup and peanut butter dumped on clothing and bedding. Wires ripped from electronic razors. Threats and instructions shouted by baton-wielding officers whose identities are concealed The post New uniforms, same abuses: Accounts of a tactical team shakedown in an Illinois prison appeared first on The Chicago Reporter.
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South Side Weekly
- Sueños es un escenario para artistas emergentes y cultura en todas sus formas
Peso Pluma deleitó a los habitantes de Chicago luego de que su actuación del año pasado se viera interrumpida por las tormentas. The post Sueños es un escenario para artistas emergentes y cultura en todas sus formas appeared first on South Side Weekly.
- Who Cares for the Caregivers?
Free Root Operation is connecting Black women caregivers with resources and helping break generational cycles of violence. The post Who Cares for the Caregivers? appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Investigate Midwest
- Immigration tracker: The latest on enforcement in the ag sector
The Trump administration’s hardline immigration policies have led to workplace raids, public protests and disruptions within the agriculture industry. Here’s the latest: More on immigration and ag: June 14, 2025 Trump administration pauses farm raids Earlier this week, President Trump acknowledged he’s received pushback from the agriculture sector over his immigration raids, which have targeted The post Immigration tracker: The latest on enforcement in the ag sector appeared first on Investigate Midwest.
- Oklahoma’s loophole: How Tyson’s water use goes unchecked
As Jill Trapp steered her pickup truck down the red dirt roads of southeast Oklahoma, she raised a hand to greet a passing neighbor — a calf roper who once made it to the National Finals Rodeo. She drove on, passing a modest cowboy church where Sunday sermons share space with country music and the The post Oklahoma’s loophole: How Tyson’s water use goes unchecked appeared first on Investigate Midwest.
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Block Club Chicago
- Michael Madigan Sentenced To 7 ½ Years In Prison, Fined $2.5 Million
A federal judge on Friday concluded that the former Illinois House speaker lied while he testified at trial. The longest serving legislative leader in United States history, Madigan was found guilty on 10 corruption charges in February.
- City Adding 7 More Speed Cameras This Summer. Here’s Where They Are
The Chicago Department of Transportation has so far announced the locations of 34 of 50 planned speed cameras expected to be installed this year.
- Old Town Art Fair Turns 75 With Its Biggest Garden Walk Yet
The historic neighborhood festival returns this weekend with 230 artists and 57 garden stops.