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Nov 28, 2022

Annual Incomes of the United States

Highest earning locations earn over $182,000 a year while lowest earning states see just over $70,000 — Data collected through the United States Census Bureau shows the average income for a family of four based on tax documents filed in 2022. Families in 28 of the states plus the District of Columbia achieved an average of over $100,000 per year. …

Income

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Income

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Nov 7, 2022

Chicago’s Red Light Cameras

Devices across the city are used to record traffic signal violations — The city of Chicago first introduced red light cameras in 2003. At the end of 2021, there were 149 active red light cameras in Chicago. …

Chicago

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Chicago

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Oct 24, 2022

At a Glance: 2022 Illinois Senate Candidates

An outline of candidates and their stances on key issues — The general election is coming up in two weeks and the Illinois ballot will have candidates for several offices. The chart below walks you through the choices for United States Senator. Incumbent Senator Tammy Duckworth (D) won the Democratic primaries with no contest. …

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At a Glance: 2022 Illinois Senate Candidates
At a Glance: 2022 Illinois Senate Candidates
Voting

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Oct 11, 2022

Google Trends: Politics and Pop Culture

A discussion of search engine data in the United States — United States Supreme Court and Public Protests According to an analysis of Google search data, over the last year the Supreme Court of the United States has spiked from June 19–25, 2022 with an interest score of 100, the highest popularity rating possible. During the week of this rating, the courts decided to overturn Roe v. Wade. …

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Google Trends: Politics and Pop Culture
Google Trends: Politics and Pop Culture
Google

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Oct 7, 2022

Kane vs. Toews Chicago Blackhawks Career Points

Looking back at the careers of longtime Blackhawks players Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews — At the end of the 2021–22 NHL season, unexpected changes were made to the Chicago Blackhawks roster in order to begin a rebuild of the team. This stirred rumors that Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews were next to be traded. Both athletes have been with the Chicago team for 15…

Chicago

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Chicago

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Sep 26, 2022

City of Chicago Breaches Freedom of Information Act

Lawsuits result in compensations of hundreds of thousands of dollars between 2010 and 2016. — The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a federal law that allows public citizens access government documents by request. Government agencies can deny these applications, but appeals can be made against this decision. If the ruling decides that access should have been granted, payouts may be applicable.

FOIA

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FOIA

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Aug 22, 2022

Quinn: Pensions Threaten MAP Grants

Gov. Pat Quinn addresses the uncertain future of financial aid for Illinois college students Editor’s note: This story was originally posted on Dec. 12, 2012 and is housed at RedLineProject.org By Bob Smith Gov. Pat Quinn visited DePaul University’s Loop campus on Wednesday to discuss how pension reform is harming…

Chicago

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Quinn: Pensions Threaten MAP Grants
Quinn: Pensions Threaten MAP Grants
Chicago

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Dec 2, 2021

Chicago’s Beach and Water Conservation Projects Fight Off Eco-Anxiety

By Alba Sahatqija and Grace Brooks When Zakira Langia goes to the beach along Lake Michigan, she notices glass and plastic bottles overtaking the scenery, which could be very dangerous for civilians walking through the beach, including children. Sometimes, that trash washes into the lake and not only pollutes the…

Chicago

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Chicago’s Beach and Water Conservation Projects Fight Off Eco-Anxiety
Chicago’s Beach and Water Conservation Projects Fight Off Eco-Anxiety
Chicago

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Nov 11, 2021

Barack Obama on Gun Violence in Chicago’s Hyde Park

Barack Obama

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Barack Obama

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Barack Obama on Gun Violence in Chicago’s Hyde Park

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Sep 28, 2021

10 Murals to Find in The Loop

Make your walk around the block more colorful with these easy-to-spot works of art — Chicago is the third largest city in the country and welcomes tens of millions of tourists every year. Although Chicago has a wide array of attractions, the museums and experiences can really add up in expenses. …

Chicago

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10 Murals to Find in The Loop
10 Murals to Find in The Loop
Chicago

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