Chicago Tribune: As the DNC looms, how will Mayor Brandon Johnson sell Chicago — and himself?
When Mayor Brandon Johnson steps on stage next week to address the Democratic National Convention, he will have a national spotlight to tell the story of Chicago after a rocky year for his progressive agenda.
Sun-Times: Chicago Teachers Union asks for mediation in CPS contract talks
The Chicago Teachers Union is asking for an outside mediator to intervene in contract negotiations with Chicago Public Schools.
Daily Herald: Hoffman Estates joins other suburbs by outsourcing crossing guards
Facing increasing difficulty finding and retaining school crossing guards, Hoffman Estates is joining neighbors Schaumburg, Hanover Park and Barrington by contracting Aurora-based Andy Frain for those services.
WCIA: Illinois State Fair announces time change for Jonas Brothers concert
The Jonas Brothers concert at the Illinois State Fair has been moved to a different time due to the weather forecast.