Amtrak South Side maintenance facility draws backlash from residents

Residents of Bridgeport, Chinatown and Armour Square confronted Amtrak officials during a community meeting Thursday over the railroad's proposal to build a new maintenance facility on the city's South Side to replace its existing facility in the South Loop.

More pushback to Amtrak's railyard plan
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Bridgeport, Chinatown and Armour Square residents got to hear details about the maintenance facility Amtrak wants to build near their homes. They've been pushing back, while Amtrak seems to be rolling forward with the project.

Aaron Del Mar's comments on George Floyd, Willie Wilson's Bears plan | The Chicago Report
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Aaron Del Mar is addressing his controversial comments made about George Floyd in an exclusive interview with FOX Chicago. And, Willie Wilson says he has a plan to keep the Bears in Chicago. All this and more on "The Chicago Report." 

Aaron Del Mar addresses recording of controversial George Floyd comments
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Aaron Del Mar, former gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey's running mate, is responding to a recording of comments he made about George Floyd.

Willie Wilson shares plan to keep Bears in Chicago
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Willie Wilson says he's got a plan to keep the Bears at Soldier Field. The Chicago mayoral candidate is pitching it as an alternative to the team's proposed move to Indiana. 

Body found in police vehicle on Chicago's South Side
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Chicago police are investigating after a body was found in the backseat of a police vehicle Thursday morning.

New report details how Chicago’s Latino communities are changing
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A new report examines Chicago’s growing Latino population, highlighting progress, ongoing disparities and recommendations for city leaders.

Body found in police vehicle on Chicago's South Side

Chicago police are investigating after a body was found in the backseat of a police vehicle Thursday morning.

Chicago man charged with murder in July shooting

Chicago police say Brandon Sims was arrested two months after the deadly shooting.

Illinois American Water customers fight proposed rate hike
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Illinois American Water customers are challenging the company’s request for $129 million more as regulators consider how much bills could increase.

Chicago residents push back against Amtrak maintenance facility plan
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Bridgeport and Chinatown residents are raising concerns about Amtrak’s proposed 24/7 maintenance facility near Rate Field as the company claims a federal exemption allows it to bypass local zoning rules.

Chicago police superintendent search moves forward after public input
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Public meetings have ended as Chicago officials gather input on the city’s next police superintendent, with applications due next week.