A.D. Quig
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Cook County, Chicago City Hall and Obama Presidential Center reporter for the Chicago Tribune. Hoosier. aquig@chicagotribune.com
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https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2026/01/portland-police-responding-to-report-of-shooting-by-federal-immigration-agent.html
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Portland police responding to report of shooting by federal immigration agent
The report prompted Portland City Council to pause a public meeting.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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NEW: Cook County Board candidate Cat Sharp says "the most responsible decision for me is to suspend my campaign" to defend against the conspiracy indictment brought against her and five others by the DOJ last fall.
January 6, 2026 at 12:03 AM
NEW: Cook County Board candidate Cat Sharp says "the most responsible decision for me is to suspend my campaign" to defend against the conspiracy indictment brought against her and five others by the DOJ last fall.
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The @chicagotribune.com is only local news outlet that regularly presses mayor/county board/governor to release their tax returns. Here’s what we learned from top Cook County candidates’ tax returns, ethics filings, by @adquig.bsky.social www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/05/h...
Here’s what we learned from top Cook County candidates’ tax returns, ethics filings
The Tribune requested the past four years of tax returns from the Democratic candidates for Cook County Board president and assessor.
www.chicagotribune.com
January 5, 2026 at 1:57 PM
The @chicagotribune.com is only local news outlet that regularly presses mayor/county board/governor to release their tax returns. Here’s what we learned from top Cook County candidates’ tax returns, ethics filings, by @adquig.bsky.social www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/05/h...
Ugh. Often rely on Curbed for reference re: aldermanic support or opposition to projects - super valuable resource on everything from investigative to daily projects. I hope this gets fixed.
The archives for the old Curbed city sites have been offline for at least two weeks. If these sites are gone for good, it’s not just a loss for those who contributed to Curbed over the years, but a loss of ~15 years of reporting on new development, neighborhoods, and architecture criticism.
January 5, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Ugh. Often rely on Curbed for reference re: aldermanic support or opposition to projects - super valuable resource on everything from investigative to daily projects. I hope this gets fixed.
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A long read from the Tribune: 64 days in Chicago: The story of Operation Midway Blitz (gift link) www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/28/c...
64 days in Chicago: The story of Operation Midway Blitz
President Donald Trump’s federal immigration enforcement operation led to most surreal autumn in Chicago history. What happened during those 64 days will be remembered for a long time.
www.chicagotribune.com
December 28, 2025 at 4:32 PM
A long read from the Tribune: 64 days in Chicago: The story of Operation Midway Blitz (gift link) www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/28/c...
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He lives to fight another day! @adquig.bsky.social reports www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/15/g...
December 16, 2025 at 2:26 AM
He lives to fight another day! @adquig.bsky.social reports www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/15/g...
Johnson admin officials didn’t respond to detailed questions about why “60 fewer officers would be assigned to constitutional policing and reform efforts in 2026 than in 2025.”
NEW: Nearly 180 positions charged with implementing a court order that requires the Chicago Police Department to stop routinely violating Black and Latino residents’ constitutional rights are vacant, according to records obtained by @wttw.bsky.social news.
40% of Jobs Charged with Implementing Chicago’s Court-Ordered Police Reforms Are Vacant, Records Show
Of 439 positions in the Chicago Police Department charged with implementing the consent decree, 179 positions were empty at the beginning of December, according to a Freedom of Information Act request...
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December 15, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Johnson admin officials didn’t respond to detailed questions about why “60 fewer officers would be assigned to constitutional policing and reform efforts in 2026 than in 2025.”
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THE 2025 HEISMAN TROPHY GOES TO FERNANDO MENDOZA 🏆
He is the first Heisman Trophy winner in Indiana University history.
He is the first Heisman Trophy winner in Indiana University history.
December 14, 2025 at 1:04 AM
THE 2025 HEISMAN TROPHY GOES TO FERNANDO MENDOZA 🏆
He is the first Heisman Trophy winner in Indiana University history.
He is the first Heisman Trophy winner in Indiana University history.
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The 8 officers have been named in 13 lawsuits filed by drivers who said they were improperly stopped and searched Downtown because they are Black, according to an analysis of court records by @wttw.bsky.social
Taxpayers have paid a combined $378K to resolve 6 of those lawsuits, records show.
Taxpayers have paid a combined $378K to resolve 6 of those lawsuits, records show.
The agency tasked with investigating misconduct by Chicago police officers identified a troubling pattern of undocumented and unprofessional stops of Black people in a downtown police district, according to a document obtained by WTTW News.
https://to.wttw.com/3Lahbzd
https://to.wttw.com/3Lahbzd
Police Misconduct Agency Identified Troubling Pattern of Stops of Black Chicagoans in Downtown Police District, Records Shows
Four members of the 1863 tactical team named in COPA’s letter have been stripped of their police powers, according to a department spokesperson.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The 8 officers have been named in 13 lawsuits filed by drivers who said they were improperly stopped and searched Downtown because they are Black, according to an analysis of court records by @wttw.bsky.social
Taxpayers have paid a combined $378K to resolve 6 of those lawsuits, records show.
Taxpayers have paid a combined $378K to resolve 6 of those lawsuits, records show.
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Hi all. A little clarification: the Purdue student journalists did OFFER to do this but "Unfortunately and understandably, the IDS declined the offer, fearing expulsion of its student leaders and more firings of its professional staff." They printed and delivered a statement of solidarity instead
Purdue to the rescue of IU student newspaper, whose institution was attempting censorship. Details in alt!
October 19, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Hi all. A little clarification: the Purdue student journalists did OFFER to do this but "Unfortunately and understandably, the IDS declined the offer, fearing expulsion of its student leaders and more firings of its professional staff." They printed and delivered a statement of solidarity instead
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800 South and West Side lots owned by the "city's worst landowner" went up for sale at an auction.
But only a fraction have sold, leaving more than 500 lots still sitting vacant, a Block Club + @illinoisanswers.bsky.social investigation found. buff.ly/Kc9djFV
But only a fraction have sold, leaving more than 500 lots still sitting vacant, a Block Club + @illinoisanswers.bsky.social investigation found. buff.ly/Kc9djFV
October 17, 2025 at 2:00 AM
800 South and West Side lots owned by the "city's worst landowner" went up for sale at an auction.
But only a fraction have sold, leaving more than 500 lots still sitting vacant, a Block Club + @illinoisanswers.bsky.social investigation found. buff.ly/Kc9djFV
But only a fraction have sold, leaving more than 500 lots still sitting vacant, a Block Club + @illinoisanswers.bsky.social investigation found. buff.ly/Kc9djFV
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This @royalpratt.bsky.social story is essential and horrifying: a 60-year old man with heart problems originally from El Salvador was issued a $130 ticket by ICE in Rogers Park for “not having his papers” proving his legal status on his person.
ICE tickets Chicago man with legal residency $130 for not having his papers on him: ‘It’s not fair…I’m a resident’
Under federal law, registered foreign nationals must carry proof of registration with them at all times. But prior to a second Trump administration, it was rarely enforced.
www.chicagotribune.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:51 PM
This @royalpratt.bsky.social story is essential and horrifying: a 60-year old man with heart problems originally from El Salvador was issued a $130 ticket by ICE in Rogers Park for “not having his papers” proving his legal status on his person.
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"Once Brockman was handcuffed and placed in the van, the agents pulled out, clipping the rear bumper off of a stopped car partially blocking their path and speeding away past an approaching elongated CTA bus and through the busy intersection."
A WGN-TV video editor and producer was roughly detained by two Border Patrol agents on Friday morning during a highly visible rush hour enforcement action in Lincoln Square.
WGN-TV producer detained during ICE enforcement action in Lincoln Square
A WGN-TV video editor and producer was roughly detained by two Border Patrol agents on Friday morning during a highly visible rush hour enforcement action in Lincoln Square.
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October 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM
"Once Brockman was handcuffed and placed in the van, the agents pulled out, clipping the rear bumper off of a stopped car partially blocking their path and speeding away past an approaching elongated CTA bus and through the busy intersection."
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Federal agents fire guns at Chicago activist they accuse of 'boxing in' vehicle in Brighton Park
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/04/i...
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Federal agents fire guns at Chicago activist they accuse of ‘boxing in’ vehicle in Brighton Park
Federal authorities shot a Chicago activist in Brighton Park on Saturday, but accounts differ on what happened before agents fired their guns.
www.chicagotribune.com
October 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Federal agents fire guns at Chicago activist they accuse of 'boxing in' vehicle in Brighton Park
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/10/04/i...
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Our latest story about prominent Chicago activist turned politician Andrew Holmes, who is facing new scrutiny as lawsuit alleges sexual assault of teenage girl. Also details how some families felt exploited. With @alisonflowers.bsky.social @chicagotribune.com
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/28/a...
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Prominent activist turned politician faces new scrutiny as lawsuit alleges sexual assault of teenage girl
A survivor of sex trafficking has sued anti-violence activist and Dolton trustee Andrew Holmes, alleging he sexually assaulted her at age 16.
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September 28, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Our latest story about prominent Chicago activist turned politician Andrew Holmes, who is facing new scrutiny as lawsuit alleges sexual assault of teenage girl. Also details how some families felt exploited. With @alisonflowers.bsky.social @chicagotribune.com
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/28/a...
www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/28/a...
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News photographers have to be ready to meet the moment and the Chicago Tribune's Stacey Wescott did that superbly. She tells the story here: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/22/t...
A Tribune photographer describes capturing a compelling image from protests outside Broadview’s ICE facility
Tribune veteran photographer Stacey Wescott details how she captured an image of an ex-Marine protesting in front of an ICE facility in Broadview that became a sensation on the internet.
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September 22, 2025 at 7:11 PM
News photographers have to be ready to meet the moment and the Chicago Tribune's Stacey Wescott did that superbly. She tells the story here: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/22/t...
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Quick reminder for some - don't share rumors or things that can't be confirmed, don't have dates, etc - even if it's seemingly good news. That only confuses an already very bad situation. There are MANY good journos and photogs on the ground doing fantastic work. Look for and amplify that.
September 6, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Quick reminder for some - don't share rumors or things that can't be confirmed, don't have dates, etc - even if it's seemingly good news. That only confuses an already very bad situation. There are MANY good journos and photogs on the ground doing fantastic work. Look for and amplify that.
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Bloodbath in Indiana higher ed as public colleges and universities ordered to eliminate 20% of all degree programs, apparently based purely on student demand (=enrollments) and not any rational calculation of need or value.
www.ipm.org/news-section...
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Indiana public colleges cut almost 20% of degrees
Public Indiana colleges and universities have eliminated 19 percent of their degree programs to meet requirements added to the state’s budget, according to the Commission for Higher Education.
www.ipm.org
July 1, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Bloodbath in Indiana higher ed as public colleges and universities ordered to eliminate 20% of all degree programs, apparently based purely on student demand (=enrollments) and not any rational calculation of need or value.
www.ipm.org/news-section...
www.ipm.org/news-section...
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So @adquig.bsky.social and David Jackson at @injusticewatch.org have been writing about the troubled Tyler Technologies Cook County contract for months & now the political finger-pointing. 10s of millions over budget and delays. Latest in @chicagotribune.com: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/07/03/c...
Cook County’s troubled tech overhaul boils over, as political leaders start pointing fingers
The latest delays to the Cook County property tax system upgrade by controversial contractor Tyler Technologies is leading to fighting among county leaders.
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July 3, 2025 at 2:05 PM
So @adquig.bsky.social and David Jackson at @injusticewatch.org have been writing about the troubled Tyler Technologies Cook County contract for months & now the political finger-pointing. 10s of millions over budget and delays. Latest in @chicagotribune.com: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/07/03/c...
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My friend and former seat-mate in the Chicago City Hall press room Craig Dellimore of WBBM-AM (second from left) is hanging up his microphone Friday. His retirement party was at the station today. One of the good guys in local broadcasting and SAG-AFTRA leadership.
June 19, 2025 at 12:39 AM
My friend and former seat-mate in the Chicago City Hall press room Craig Dellimore of WBBM-AM (second from left) is hanging up his microphone Friday. His retirement party was at the station today. One of the good guys in local broadcasting and SAG-AFTRA leadership.
I’ve been lucky enough to so far avoid buyouts or layoffs, but always lived in dread of them. Been gutted all day thinking about who will leave, who might have no choice but to leave, what stories we’ll miss without them, and how much our readers will suffer for it. Alden doesn’t care.
This is the official bsky account for the Chicago Tribune Guild. We learned today that @chicagotribune.com is offering buyouts to our journalists. This move by Alden Global Capital, our rapacious ownership group, shows a total lack of vision and respect for the newsroom and the city we serve. (1/5)
June 12, 2025 at 11:31 PM
I’ve been lucky enough to so far avoid buyouts or layoffs, but always lived in dread of them. Been gutted all day thinking about who will leave, who might have no choice but to leave, what stories we’ll miss without them, and how much our readers will suffer for it. Alden doesn’t care.
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When a tech firm -- whose 3 govt contracts have ballooned to $265M -- needed help they hired lobbyist Jay Doherty. He was later convicted in the ComEd 4 case. Folo of joint @chicagotribune.com/@injusticewatch.org by David Jackson & @adquig.bsky.social: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/06/11/c...
Troubled Cook County tech firm used insider lobbyist who was later convicted in ComEd corruption scheme
Tyler Technologies’ major Cook County contracts – peppered with delays and cost overruns – were shepherded by lobbyist Jay Doherty, who is set to be sentenced in unrelated utility scandal.…
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June 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
When a tech firm -- whose 3 govt contracts have ballooned to $265M -- needed help they hired lobbyist Jay Doherty. He was later convicted in the ComEd 4 case. Folo of joint @chicagotribune.com/@injusticewatch.org by David Jackson & @adquig.bsky.social: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/06/11/c...
Who owns most of the farmland in Illinois? Not farmers. The first of many stories looking at the state of farming here. Lots of troubling insights: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/06/01/i...
Who owns most of the farmland in Illinois? Not farmers.
Less than 25% of Illinois farmland is owned by the farmer who works the land, with the rest leased by individuals, family trusts and, increasingly, investors looking to turn a profit.
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June 11, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Who owns most of the farmland in Illinois? Not farmers. The first of many stories looking at the state of farming here. Lots of troubling insights: www.chicagotribune.com/2025/06/01/i...