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Large protests in Chicago area feature participants trained to protest peacefully

While the president hosted a parade in Washington D.C. to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, Rodriguez and thousands more joined a coalition of progressive political groups marching in downtown Chicago. #protest

Summer Meals Available to Support Student Health and Well Being

Children do not need to attend a CPS school or be enrolled in a summer program to receive meals. No ID or registration is required, but children must be present and meals must be eaten on-site, in accordance with federal program rules. #meals

Pritzker prepares to testify on Illinois’ migrant sanctuary policies

Riots through the weekend between protesters and state and local law enforcement in Los Angeles led to the Trump administration calling in the National Guard. #migrant

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Students to Continue Academic Achievement Through Summer Programming

"With our students reaching new heights—from record-breaking graduation rates and rising scholarship totals to expanded career pathways and stronger academic outcomes—our mission is clear: keep the momentum going,” said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez. #summer

U.S. Attorney’s Office Announces Expansion of Project Safe Neighborhoods in Chicago

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The PSN program is a federally funded, nationwide initiative that brings together federal, state, and local law enforcement and other stakeholders to identify the most pressing violent crime problems and develop comprehensive solutions to address them. #project

Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) Approves New Gaming Licenses Among Other Regulatory Measures

The IGB adopted a proposed amendment to video gaming Rule 1800.550 to allow the IGB to grant sales agent and broker licenses to licensed video gaming technicians and terminal handlers to become licensed sales agents. #licenses

Chief Apostle Mccoy, Gator Bradley Join Larry Hoover’s Wife in Seeking Pardon

When President Trump commuted the federal drugs and extortion sentence of the 74-year-old Hoover, McCoy and Bradley called on Pritzker to do the “righteous thing” and grant the pardon. #pardon

Amid 45% Increase in ComEd’s Power Price, Cub Calls on Utility to Work With Customers to Keep Them Safe, Cool, Connected This Summer

“This will be a difficult summer for far too many customers, and we urge ComEd to do everything possible to work with people so they stay safe, cool and connected this summer,” CUB Executive Director Sarah Moskowitz said. #electric

Federal Indictment Charges Three Alleged Members or Associates of Chicago Street Gang With Racketeering Conspiracy Involving Multiple Murders and Carjackings

“As I mark my first 30 days as the United States Attorney, I want to emphasize that we are using every available federal law enforcement tool to bring impactful cases that hold violent gang members accountable and reduce violent crime.” #gang

Chicago mayor rips Trump admin over DOJ probe; local GOP blasts mayor

The investigation is intended to determine if the city might be engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination in violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. #investigation

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