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Local school councils should have the final say on keeping police in Chicago schools

Alternatives to having police officers in schools take time to implement, and every school community is different. The goal of “no cops in schools” is one to reach through persuasion, not mandate.

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Border crisis worsens as migrants flood into US cities, overwhelming resources

Discover the challenges faced by mayors in Trenton and Chicago as they deal with the influx of migrants and the need for Congress to address the border cri...

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With Chicago’s migrant crisis worsening, Biden should step up

The migrant issue is a defining moment for Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration. But the same holds true for President Biden, who faces reelection this year

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Chicago Board of Ed wants cops out of public schools this fall, principals told

Removal of the “school resource officers” would align with Mayor Brandon’s Johnson’s vision, but detractors say local school councils should have final say on whether cops stay.

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Another plane of migrants arrives in Chicago area as Mayor Brandon Johnson continues call for federal help

A plane from Texas dropped 355 migrants off about 1 a.m. Sunday in Rockford, officials said. They were transported by bus to a Chicago landing zone.

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Broncos’ updated 53-man roster and depth chart for Chargers game

Here's a look at the Broncos' updated roster and depth chart for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

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Chicago ends year with fewer shootings, but more robbers use guns as overall crime remains high

The city has followed a national trend of lowered gun violence, but it has stood nearly alone in seeing a spike in robberies — 40% more victims than the year before.

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Migrants, gun violence, the environment and more: 5 pressing issues for Chicago in 2024

As usual, there was no shortage of news in this city in 2023, and no shortage of problems to fix. The Editorial Board picked 5 topics we want to see addressed in 2024.

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Migrant Crisis Overwhelms Suburbs, Small Businesses Suffer in NYC

Explore the growing impact of the migrant crisis on suburban and urban areas, from overwhelmed cities to struggling small businesses, in a creative tone.

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City taps $95M in federal COVID-19 relief funds for migrant housing costs

Mayor Johnson’s top aides acknowledged that an accounting shift made possible by a budget surplus won’t move the needle in a crisis pushing city resources to the limit.

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Mayors call for federal aid as cities reach breaking point

In this lively and spirited discussion, mayors Mike Johnston, Brandon Johnson, and Eric Adams share their perspectives on the current immigration crisis an...

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Mayors call for national plan to address border crisis

The mayors of three cities discuss the impacts of the immigration crisis and emphasize the need for a coordinated national plan and federal support.

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Mayor Adams Restricts Bus Arrivals to New York in New Bid to Stem Flow of Migrants

An executive order requires chart bus companies to provide an advance notice on their arrival and limits the days in which they can do so

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Eagle Pass Faces Economic Crisis as Illegal Border Crossings Soar

Discover the chaos caused by the influx of buses carrying migrants to Chicago and the impact on local economies. A creative and eye-opening read!

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Here are the photos that helped us tell this year’s stories

Sun-Times photographers captured the biggest storylines in the Chicago area. Here’s a look back at some of 2023’s best photos.

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New Chicago Public Health Commissioner Ige calls mental health a top priority in 2024

Opioid deaths, HIV and infectious diseases, the racial life expectancy gap and social inequality are Chicago health challenges.

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Johnson on CNN repeats calls for better coordination between state, local governments on migrant crisis

“What I’ve worked to do instead of having chaos is provide some structure and calm around this situation, and without significant federal support. This is not sustainable,” the mayor said on the national news network.

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Here are the top stories that made the news in Chicago in 2023

New arrivals and a new mayor grabbed city headlines while old political figureheads went down and long-standing conflicts flared up. The Sun-Times was there for it all.

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Chicago could move away from school choice. Here’s what that means for parents and students.

Many selective enrollment and magnet schools were created to integrate schools, but Mayor Brandon Johnson says the system creates a ‘Hunger Games’ scenario.

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Mayor Johnson promised to stand up for Chicago Public Schools families. Instead, he’s shutting them out

The administration’s refusal to engage families in any public process has created distrust and is a far cry from the inclusive governance he talked about during his campaign, two nonprofit leaders write.

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Chicago's Violence Crisis Worsens as City Struggles to Find Solutions

Exploring efforts to address violent crime in Chicago, where statistics show improvements but residents demand more action. Mayor's strategy: invest in com...

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Chicago's crime problem persists despite slight decrease in shootings

Amidst a violent holiday weekend in Chicago, crime still plagues the city. Mayor Johnson's safety plan aims to address root causes, but frustration lingers.

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Chicago suburbs overwhelmed as migrants flood in; tensions rise

Discover the creative chaos unfolding in Chicago as it opens its arms to migrants, facing criticism, creating housing solutions, and shifting blame. An int...

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Migrants flood Chicago as border crisis overwhelms city resources

Find out how Chicago's status as a sanctuary city is causing tensions as Texas buses migrants to the Windy City suburbs, sparking debates and concerns over...

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Chicago suburbs overwhelmed as migrants flood into Windy City

Discover the creative chaos at the unchecked border crisis and the impact on cities like Chicago. Migrants, security concerns, and divided communities.

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