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Chicago, on Lake Michigan in Illinois, is among the largest cities in the U.S. Famed for its bold architecture, it has a skyline punctuated by skyscrapers such as the iconic John Hancock Center, 1,451-ft. Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower)...
Population: 2.664 million (2023)
Tax rate: 10.25%
Area codes: 312, 773, 872
Demonym: Chicagoan
Elevation (mean): 597.18 ft (182.02 m)
Incorporated (city): March 4, 1837; 187 years ago

Chicago is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Illinois and in the Midwestern United States. With a population of 2,746,388, as of the 2020 census, ...
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Tonight, the CCPSA is in the 17th Police District for their December public meeting. We are joined by CPD Superintendent Snelling, COPA Chief Kersten and Police Board President Cooper. Each agency head will be presenting on their 2025 goals. Tune in here: shorturl.at/m95aw
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