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Who Holds Bad Landlords Accountable in Chicago?

On paper, Chicago has strong protections for renters if landlords fail to maintain proper living conditions. But a new investigation shows how the legal system ends up protecting landlords. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

More CTA Crime

A person was shot outside the Logan Square Blue Line station Thursday days after a CTA worker was wounded outside the Howard Red Line station and a mass shooting at the Forest Park Blue Line terminal. [Block Club]

• At least one of the four people killed in that mass shooting was believed to be unhoused. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Big Money in Chicago’s School Board Race

Two groups have raised $3.6 million from local business leaders — more than six times what all 32 candidates have brought in. The groups have not yet reported spending, but they do support charter schools and are critical of the teachers union. [WBEZ, Sun-Times]

Bears Win First Game of the Season

The Bears beat the Tennessee Titans 24–17 Sunday after a tough first half. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams vowed he would “be better.” [Tribune 🔒]

Meet Chicago’s Migrant Go-Go Dancers

While some migrants are cutting hair or selling goods on the street, some men are turning to go-go dancing in the city’s gay clubs. Often working for tips, a night’s work can cover a month of rent or a car ride home. [City Bureau, Reader]