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LIVE: A caucus of moderate and conservative-leaning Chicago alderpeople have already declared they're not supporting a head tax. Mayor Brandon Johnson and a coalition of Chicago organizers want to tax rich corporations. Could the FY27 budget season end in a veto? thetriibe.com/2026/10/live...

thetriibe.comLIVE: Harold Washington vetoed the 29’s alternate budget. Could Mayor Johnson do the same this time? • The TRiiBEJohnson, who is up for reelection, faces the same struggle with a majority caucus who is adamant about not taxing the rich.
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THIS MORNING — At 10 AM, Mayor Brandon Johnson will present his FY27 “Chicago's Fair Share” Budget. Take a look at what grassroots organizers are fighting for this cycle. Yes, a corporate head tax is among the demands. thetriibe.com/2026/09/what...

thetriibe.comWhat Chicago’s grassroots organizers want the FY27 budget to do for working people • The TRiiBEThe People’s Unity Platform says its FY2027 demands are rooted in years of listening sessions, door-knocking and organizing around what Black and brown working-class communities need from City Hall.
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“Part of what’s interesting here is there are funders not entirely focused on education but likely more focused on who pays for it or are trying to preserve their own interest in other places,” one expert said. thetriibe.com/2026/10/big-...

thetriibe.comBig money is shaping the Chicago School Board election — what do these donors want? • The TRiiBE“Part of what’s interesting here is there are funders not entirely focused on education but likely more focused on who pays for it or are trying to preserve their own interest in other places,” one ex...
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NEW — “It feels good to be acknowledged, man,” Marlon Wayans told The TRiiBE. “I am probably one of the most hardworking people out there." Monday night, Wayans received the the Career Achievement Award at the 62nd Chicago International Film Festival. Read our recap. thetriibe.com/2026/10/im-a...

thetriibe.com‘I’m a monster’: Marlon Wayans isn’t letting up anytime soon • The TRiiBEThe 62nd Chicago International Film Festival honored Marlon Wayans with the Career Achievement Award, featuring a conversation with longtime friend and fellow actor Omar Epps
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NEW — After growing up on Showtime’s The Chi, actor Michael V. Epps is becoming his own boss. Michael recently stopped by The TRiiBE Studio for a photoshoot and interview for our profile story on him. More on thetriibe.com

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“Now that I’m of age, it’s like an overload of things that’s coming in,” The Chi’s Michael V. Epps said about career opportunities. “It’s like, I don’t want to feel rushed, but at the same time, I don’t want to be behind.” thetriibe.com/2026/10/afte...

thetriibe.comAfter growing up on ‘The Chi,’ Michael V. Epps is becoming his own boss • The TRiiBEThe 21-year-old hopes to use the experience of an 85-episode run to his advantage as he navigates the entertainment industry.
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NEW — Early voting expands to all 50 Chicago wards and three area universities (Chicago State, Northeastern and UChicago) beginning today, Oct. 19. Voters who need to register or update their address must do so in person at an Early Voting location or at the polls on Election Day.

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Mizz Mya 🚫👑 🧂🧊
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Chi town, thank you for showing up. #NoKings #Protest #VoteEarly

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TODAY IN CHICAGO — 2:00-3:00 p.m.: No Kings-Vote Early in Hyde Park in Jackson Park, on either side of East 57th Drive between South Hyde Park Boulevard and South Everett Avenue thetriibe.com/2026/10/no-k...

thetriibe.com‘No Kings: Vote Early’ is coming to Chicago neighborhoods Oct. 17 • The TRiiBEHappening this Saturday, “No Kings: Vote Early” is a national day of action to help voters make a plan for the Midterms this November.

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There are a ton of No Kings events in the Chicago area!

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NEW — The No Kings movement is hosting a nationwide “Vote Early” day of action this Saturday. Instead of a mass protest in downtown Chicago, this time No Kings will set up actions in neighborhoods across the city. thetriibe.com/2026/10/no-k...

thetriibe.com‘No Kings: Vote Early’ is coming to Chicago neighborhoods Oct. 17 • The TRiiBEHappening this Saturday, “No Kings: Vote Early” is a national day of action to help voters make a plan for the Midterms this November.
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NEW — The No Kings movement is hosting a nationwide “Vote Early” day of action this Saturday. Instead of a mass protest in downtown Chicago, this time No Kings will set up actions in neighborhoods across the city. thetriibe.com/2026/10/no-k...

thetriibe.com‘No Kings: Vote Early’ is coming to Chicago neighborhoods Oct. 17 • The TRiiBEHappening this Saturday, “No Kings: Vote Early” is a national day of action to help voters make a plan for the Midterms this November.
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“No Kings: Vote Early” is a national day of action to help voters make a plan, cast their ballots early where possible, and rally to protect our democracy ahead of the midterms,” according to Indivisible Chicago’s website. thetriibe.com/2026/10/no-k...

thetriibe.com‘No Kings: Vote Early’ is coming to Chicago neighborhoods Oct. 17 • The TRiiBEHappening this Saturday, “No Kings: Vote Early” is a national day of action to help voters make a plan for the Midterms this November.
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SPREAD THE WORD — The last day for Chicagoans to register to vote online is this Sunday, Oct. 18. The 2026 General Election (a.k.a. Midterms) is Nov. 3, 2026. Read more here: thetriibe.com/2026/09/the-...

thetriibe.comThe 2026 election is coming. Here’s what Chicago voters need to know • The TRiiBEFrom the Chicago School Board race and local ballot questions to early voting and Vote By Mail, here are the key dates and details Chicago voters should know before Nov. 3.
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Hey Chicago — Online voter registration is available through Oct. 18. After Oct. 18, voters who need to register or update their address must do so in person at an Early Voting location or at the polls on Election Day. The 2026 General Election is Nov. 3. Read more on thetriibe.com

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"There's a role for you in it." ✅ ✅ ✅

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NEW — In this submission, the Empowering Communities for Public Safety (ECPS) Coalition unpacks the continued struggle for oversight of the Chicago Police Department and their frustrations with CCPSA. thetriibe.com/2026/10/opin...

thetriibe.comOPINION: The struggle against racist policing is ongoing, and there's a role for you in it • The TRiiBEAs the ECPS coalition, we are by no means satisfied with the current composition of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA).
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“The Fraternal Order of Police, the Chicago Police Department, and the powers that be have shown they understand the power of this new structure as they have sought to undermine it at every point,” the ECPS Coalition wrote. thetriibe.com/2026/10/opin...

thetriibe.comOPINION: The struggle against racist policing is ongoing, and there's a role for you in it • The TRiiBEAs the ECPS coalition, we are by no means satisfied with the current composition of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA).

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Interesting location choice given the time of year

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NEW — The 2026 Soul Train Awards is taping in Chicago next month. The show is currently looking for Chicago influencers. Also — fans can vote in two new categories. thetriibe.com/2026/10/the-...

thetriibe.comThe Soul Train Awards are returning to Chicago, where Don Cornelius’ legacy began • The TRiiBEThe 2026 award show is back after a multi-year hiatus.
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EVERGREEN — The celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, along with the removal of Christopher Columbus and Confederate statues in some cities, is the bare minimum required for Black and Indigenous communities to begin healing from the generational trauma of the U.S. thetriibe.com/2020/10/opin...

thetriibe.comOPINION | Indigenous Peoples' Day is one action to heal old and new traumas, but we must move beyond symbolic gestures • The TRiiBEIn this opinion piece, Northwestern University assistant professor Claudio Rivera lists the steps necessary to heal generational traumas.
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NEW — Today, Oct. 10, is World Against the Death Penalty, a day dedicated to humanizing and uplifting the voices of those affected by the death penalty. 🎥: Tiffany Walden for The TRiiBE

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NEW — In this submission, the We Keep You Rollin’ Bike & Wellness Group encourages the Chicago City Council to pump the brakes on a rushed backroom deal and to think long and hard about making it easier for Lime and Lyft to serve all of Chicago. thetriibe.com/2026/10/opin...

thetriibe.comOPINION: Chicago’s South Side needs a transit lifeline—not a monopoly • The TRiiBEThe City Council should pump the brakes on a rushed backroom deal and think long and hard about making it easier for Lime and Lyft to serve all of Chicago, not chase out companies that provide an econ...
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NEW — Marlon Wayans is one of the hardest working people in show business. He is also one of the funniest men of the past 30 years. Later the month, he’s set to receive the Career Achievement Award at the Chicago International Film Festival. thetriibe.com/2026/10/marl...

thetriibe.comMarlon Wayans to receive Career Achievement Award at Chicago International Film Festival • The TRiiBEThe comedian, actor, writer and producer will be honored Oct. 19 during a special tribute and sit-down with actor Omar Epps to reflect on his career and creative process.
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NEW — “An article published in The TRiiBE last week, titled ‘PERSPECTIVE: Caregiving is Black America’s new health crisis,’ speaks to a reality I know personally.” This TRiiBE reader shares her experience as a caregiver to her mom and aunt. thetriibe.com/2026/10/pers...

thetriibe.comPERSPECTIVE: The caregiver needs care, too • The TRiiBEI want to help make this a conversation we can have openly, with practical support and compassion for both the person receiving care and the person providing it.
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• Youth jobs • Affordable, and permanent supportive housing • Reallocate Chicago Police Department budget to fund public health and safety Read about the demands for this upcoming Chicago FY27 budget season. thetriibe.com/2026/09/what...

thetriibe.comWhat Chicago’s grassroots organizers want the FY27 budget to do for working people • The TRiiBEThe People’s Unity Platform says its FY2027 demands are rooted in years of listening sessions, door-knocking and organizing around what Black and brown working-class communities need from City Hall.

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Chicago friends, does YOUR alder want to let big corporations and the super rich off the hook? Find out in this story ⤵️

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AN EVENING READ — Organizer Rocio Garcia said it’s incomprehensible to see these 29 alderpeople continue to ignore the overwhelming amount of Chicagoans who want to tax the rich. Here's the list of demands going into this FY27 budget season. thetriibe.com/2026/09/what...

thetriibe.comWhat Chicago’s grassroots organizers want the FY27 budget to do for working people • The TRiiBEThe People’s Unity Platform says its FY2027 demands are rooted in years of listening sessions, door-knocking and organizing around what Black and brown working-class communities need from City Hall.

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Spider-Man says Vote in your local elections🕸️

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📢 EARLY VOTING BEGINS TODAY, CHICAGO. Spread the word. Here’s a look at what’s on the ballot. thetriibe.com/2026/09/the-...

thetriibe.comThe 2026 election is coming. Here’s what Chicago voters need to know • The TRiiBEFrom the Chicago School Board race and local ballot questions to early voting and Vote By Mail, here are the key dates and details Chicago voters should know before Nov. 3.