Chicago police officer files lawsuit alleging racist harassment by colleagues

A Chicago police officer filed a federal lawsuit accusing fellow officers of racist harassment and retaliation after he intervened in an incident with a pregnant woman.

Here's what makes pumpkin spice treats so irresistible
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Food chemistry experts are highlighting the science behind what makes pumpkin spice flavored items so irresistible.

Trump vs. Chicago: 4 reason why Illinois lawmakers want him to stay away | Paris on Politics
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics": Trump versus Chicago, as local officials push back against the President's potential plan to deploy the National Guard to the city. Then, another major union representing CPS workers voices its concerns ahead of this week's crucial school budget vote. Plus, sports radio veteran Dan Bernstein makes his return to the airwaves after controversial social media posts led to the end of his career at The Score. Bernstein opens up about what really went down.

CTA Brown Line trains stopped due to track conditions
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Service on the CTA Brown Line was shut down during rush hour Monday morning due to track conditions on Chicago's North Side.

Metra expands weekend service on 3 lines starting next month

Service on three Metra train lines will expand starting next month, including on the weekends, the agency announced.

Why suburban transit bailed out CTA, politics behind CPS budget & Grant Park plans | Paris on Politics
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On this episode of "Paris on Politics," we explore how politics is behind the Chicago public schools budget standoff. Then, a crisis is averted (for now) as suburban transit votes to bail out the CTA. We examine the odds of Springfield coming and rescuing CTA, Pace, and Metra. Darren Bailey got creamed by Governor Pritzker in 2022, but now he's gearing up to run again?why is this time different? Plus, what will the city's front yard, Grant Park, look like for the next 100 years? The Park District unveils new plans.

Chicago man charged with attacking CTA worker

Chicago police said a 23-year-old man has been charged in connection with an attack on a CTA employee earlier this week.

Five things to know about Chicago Public Schools as students return to classrooms
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Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin breaks down five key issues to watch this semester, from enrollment trends to funding challenges and the search for a new schools chief.

CTA budget crisis eased by $74M from Metra, Pace

The Chicago Transit Authority avoided immediate service cuts and fare hikes Thursday after regional transportation officials approved a plan to shift suburban transit funds to help cover the city agency’s budget shortfall.

Pritzker says state won't help CPS close $74M budget gap
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The Chicago Teachers' Union rallying after Governor Pritzker dumped cold water on the idea that state lawmakers might come to the rescue on Chicago Public Schools? financial woes.