Shedd Aquarium makes waves with new $250M expansion
The Shedd Aquarium rolled out a big new expansion project Tuesday.
Another one of Lightfoot’s Cabinet stars leaving Johnson administration
Gia Biagi announced her resignation from the $204,756-a-year transportation commissioner’s job, another one of the shining stars of Lightfoot’s Cabinet to leave Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration before the 100-day benchmark.
Mayor’s allies lay groundwork for referendum on ‘mansion tax’ to aid Chicago’s unhoused people
A poll that shows that more than 70% of Chicago voters favor the higher tax to combat homelessness.
Chicago mayor makes play to keep Bears in the city
As the Chicago Bears kick off their training camp, Mayor Brandon Johnson is making a move to keep the team in the Windy City.
Alderman urges mayor to address alleged disruptive behavior among Chicago's new migrant population
Chicago Alderman Ray Lopez says his constituents have witnessed gang recruitment efforts, drug use, sex acts, and prostitution. He says many migrants are "joyfully ignoring curfew," and heroin abuse is a growing concern.
Chicago mayor makes play to keep Bears in the city
As the Chicago Bears kick off their training camp, Mayor Brandon Johnson is making a move to keep the team in the Windy City.
Alleged disruptive behavior among Chicago's migrants
A prominent alderman is calling on Mayor Brandon Johnson to address what he describes as disruptive and dangerous behavior among Chicago's new migrant population.
Affordable housing development 'Fifth City Commons' breaks ground on Chicago's West Side
To mark the start of a transformative project, Mayor Brandon Johnson visited East Garfield Park on Wednesday for the groundbreaking of "Fifth City Commons," a new affordable housing development.
Affordable housing development 'Fifth City Commons' breaks ground on Chicago's West Side
To mark the start of a transformative project, Mayor Brandon Johnson visited East Garfield Park on Wednesday for the groundbreaking of "Fifth City Commons," a new affordable housing development.
Chicago comes to agreement with labor unions for DNC 2024
Chicago leaders say they are ready for the thousands of delegates and the security that will be needed.
Johnson assesses Chicago storm damage with FEMA officials
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday went door-to-door to evaluate the aftermath of the July 4th weekend storms.
Johnson assesses Chicago storm damage with FEMA officials
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday went door-to-door to evaluate the aftermath of the July 4th weekend storms.
Thousands attend National Homeland Security Association conference in Chicago
Thousands of people are in Chicago to attend the National Homeland Security Association Conference.
Chicago takes step towards reopening mental health clinics
Chicago has taken another step towards reopening city mental health clinics.
COPA to release details of sexual misconduct investigation between officers, migrants
Chicago’s police oversight agency is expected to give an update Tuesday into the allegations of sexual misconduct between police officers and migrants.
Johnson expects new details this week regarding sexual misconduct investigation of cops, migrants
The investigation involves four Chicago police officers accused of engaging in sexual relations with at least one migrant who was housed at the station.
Residents demand meeting with Johnson, CHA over land promised for public housing
This comes after the Chicago Housing Authority, along with a Texas-based firm, announced plans to re-develop Chicago's Cabrini Green with nearly 750 homes.
Chicago officials rally for federal assistance as flood victims seek relief
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met with flood victims one week after monster downpours left hundreds of basements flooded.
Chicago officials rally for federal assistance as flood victims seek relief
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson met with flood victims one week after monster downpours left hundreds of basements flooded.
Chicago City Council to weigh pros and cons of subminimum wage Monday
This week, the Chicago City Council will discuss the pros and cons of a subminimum wage. This is base wage between $8 to $10 an hour that’s complemented by on-the-job tips.