Johnson's budget passes key vote after tie-breaking decision
After weeks of negotiations, Chicago’s budget committee narrowly approved Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed budget on Tuesday.
Trump pick for border czar slams Chicago leadership: 'Your mayor sucks and your governor sucks'
President-elect Donald Trump’s border czar pick, Tom Homan, outlined his deportation plans in Chicago, emphasizing strict enforcement and criticizing Illinois leaders.
Johnson's office faces controversy after reports reveal that top political advisor voted in Texas
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office is facing new controversy after reports revealed that his top political advisor, Jason Lee, may have violated local residency laws by voting in Texas in the 2024 election.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
Chicago Public Schools CEO rejects buyout amid tensions with mayor, teachers' union
The power struggle at Chicago Public Schools has taken a new twist.
Chicago mayor touts 2024 crime decrease, aims for bigger drop in 2025
Johnson pointed to decreasing violent crime numbers this year.
Chicago mayor claims he didn't know about allegations against former top aide
Four former employees of the mayor’s office are alleging retaliation after being placed on the city’s “do not hire" list, a move that prevented them from working in any city government job.
Johnson talks business growth, migrant crisis and city budget in City Club address
Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the City Club of Chicago on Wednesday for the first time as mayor, having previously spoken at the club twice as a mayoral candidate.
