Jennifer Custer withdraws from ballot, Chicago librarian files cyclospora lawsuit | The Chicago Report
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Jennifer Custer has dropped out of the race for Chicago School Board President. And, a Chicago librarian has filed a lawsuit against Taylor Farms for falling ill with cyclospora after consuming a meal from Taco Bell. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Mayor's executive order, mail-in ballot ruling | The Chicago Report
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has a new executive order that creates strict new accountability standards for city contractors. And, the latest on the Supreme Court's ruling on mail-in ballots. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Mayor Johnson's budget plan, NIPSCO facing class action lawsuit | The Chicago Report
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Mayor Brandon Johnson has unveiled a new plan to close the city's $85.1 million shortfall and avoid layoffs. And, a class action lawsuit has been filed against NIPSCO. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Chicago race for mayor 2027: Who's running so far?

The first round of voting for Chicago’s next mayor is just under six months away, and the field of candidates has been taking real shape in recent weeks.

Chicago mayor helps welcome CPS students back to school
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is helping celebrate the first day of school as CPS students return to classrooms across the city.

Chicago residents weigh in on search for next police superintendent
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Chicago residents are getting a chance to share what they want from the city’s next police superintendent during a series of five public listening sessions.

Have a question for Mayor Brandon Johnson? Now's your chance

FOX Chicago is hosting a one-hour town hall with Mayor Brandon Johnson next month and we want your questions.

Mayor Johnson signs order for stricter review of Chicago data centers
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Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order Tuesday aimed at increasing oversight of data center development in Chicago while calling for a temporary moratorium on new data centers.

Mayor Johnson signs order for stricter review of Chicago data centers

Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order tightening oversight of data centers in Chicago and called for a temporary moratorium on new developments.

Bally's battle, push for criminal charges against ICE agents | The Chicago Report
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The dispute between Bally's and the city of Chicago over video gambling terminals is not over. And, advocates are pushing for criminal charges against immigration agents. All this and more on The Chicago Report.

Ballot laws lawsuit, Mayor Johnson's finance director resigns | The Chicago Report
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Chicago alderman and independent Congressional candidate Byron Sigcho-Lopez is taking Illinois' ballot laws to federal court. And, Mayor Brandon Johnson's director of the office of budget and management has announced she is leaving her post. All this and more on "The Chicago Report."

Chicago budget director steps down ahead of 2027 budget season

Chicago Budget Director Annette Guzman is stepping down as the city prepares for another challenging budget season.

Chicago mayor's budget director stepping down
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The person who helps decide how Chicago will spend your tax dollars is stepping down during an important financial moment of Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration.

Mayor Johnson, CPS expand Sustainable Community Schools program to 'eliminate inequities'
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City officials are expanding the Sustainable Community Schools program, which provides students with access to hot meals, health checkups, and counseling services. FOX Chicago's Brian Jackson explains what Mayor Brandon Johnson said about the program and its impact on Chicago students.

CPS adds 15 more Sustainable Community Schools across Chicago

Fifteen more CPS schools are becoming community hubs with expanded support services. See which ones were just added.

Chicago mayoral race heats up as Alexi Giannoulias joins crowded field
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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has entered the Chicago mayoral race, adding to a growing field of candidates as political analyst Pat Brady discusses the state of the campaign and what comes next.

Chicago mayor signs executive order tightening city gun purchasing rules
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Mayor Brandon Johnson signed a new executive order aimed at tightening the city's gun purchasing rules. The order requires all city departments, including the Chicago Police Department, to do business only with gun suppliers with strong business practices.