Chicago mayor responds to proposed curfew to deter teen chaos
Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins said the curfew ordinance is in response to the married couple that was assaulted in Streetervillle last week.
Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins said the curfew ordinance is in response to the married couple that was assaulted in Streetervillle last week.
Portage Park school converted into migrant shelter, hosting 300 migrants
A Portage Park Catholic school building which was converted into a migrant shelter officially opened its doors Tuesday.
A Portage Park Catholic school building which was converted into a migrant shelter officially opened its doors Tuesday.
West Side United addresses health disparities at annual convention
"Building wealth to increase health" was the theme of Tuesday’s panel at West Side Union’s annual community convention.
"Building wealth to increase health" was the theme of Tuesday’s panel at West Side Union’s annual community convention.
West Side United addresses health disparities at annual convention
This year's West Side United Communities Convention discussed the relationship between health and wealth gaps for African American and Latino Chicago residents. Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered the convention's opening remarks.
This year's West Side United Communities Convention discussed the relationship between health and wealth gaps for African American and Latino Chicago residents. Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered the convention's opening remarks.
Hundreds march through West Side to promote safe summer
Several hundred people marched through the West Side on Saturday to promote a safe summer.
Several hundred people marched through the West Side on Saturday to promote a safe summer.
Chicago's annual minimum wage increase takes effect next month
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced new polices that will go into effect next month, impacting workers.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced new polices that will go into effect next month, impacting workers.
CPS extends free Wi-Fi access through 'Chicago Connected' program
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
CPS extends free Wi-Fi access through 'Chicago Connected' program
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
The extension will serve 60 parks on Chicago's South and West sides, benefiting an estimated 40,000 CPS students.
Mayor Johnson expands free WiFi access to Chicago public parks
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the expansion of free internet access to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and Parks. The expansion will serve more than 40,000 CPS students and includes 60 public parks on the South and West sides of the city.
Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the expansion of free internet access to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and Parks. The expansion will serve more than 40,000 CPS students and includes 60 public parks on the South and West sides of the city.
Chicago mayor announces $600K in grants to support youth programs
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced on Tuesday a significant investment aimed at keeping teens out of trouble this summer by pumping $600,000 into local neighborhoods.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced on Tuesday a significant investment aimed at keeping teens out of trouble this summer by pumping $600,000 into local neighborhoods.
Johnson announces $600K in grants to support youth programs
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced on Tuesday a significant investment aimed at keeping teens out of trouble this summer by pumping $600,000 into local neighborhoods.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced on Tuesday a significant investment aimed at keeping teens out of trouble this summer by pumping $600,000 into local neighborhoods.
Gage Park reopens facilities a year after closing to house migrants
Since August 2022, Chicago has welcomed more than 42,000 migrants from the southern border. Currently, more than 7,000 are still living in city and state-run shelters.
Since August 2022, Chicago has welcomed more than 42,000 migrants from the southern border. Currently, more than 7,000 are still living in city and state-run shelters.
Chicago leaders celebrate start of Pride Month with flag raising
The raising of the Pride flag at Daley Plaza on Monday marked more than a ceremony. It was an accounting of how Pride-related legislation and attitudes are manifesting in Cook County.
The raising of the Pride flag at Daley Plaza on Monday marked more than a ceremony. It was an accounting of how Pride-related legislation and attitudes are manifesting in Cook County.
Gospel Music Fest draws tens of thousands to Chicago
The Gospel Music Festival happening this weekend is one of the oldest in Chicago. It also pulls in tens of thousands of people from all over the world.
The Gospel Music Festival happening this weekend is one of the oldest in Chicago. It also pulls in tens of thousands of people from all over the world.
Chicago aldermen criticize CPS budget cuts to top-performing schools
Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.
Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.
Chicago aldermen criticize CPS budget cuts to top-performing schools
Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.
Some Chicago City Council members are voicing concerns that Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is disproportionately making budget cuts to top-performing schools in favor of increasing funds for under-enrolled neighborhood schools.
Chicago cops honored for heroism at 63rd annual 'Recognition Ceremony'
It was a day of honor for Chicago police officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.
It was a day of honor for Chicago police officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.
'Extraordinary men and women': Chicago police officers honored for heroic actions
Dozens of officers on Wednesday were honored for their actions, many of whom ran toward gunfire to rescue victims, while others gave lifesaving care to people targeted by gun violence.
Dozens of officers on Wednesday were honored for their actions, many of whom ran toward gunfire to rescue victims, while others gave lifesaving care to people targeted by gun violence.
Mayor Johnson unveils next phase of O'Hare Airport expansion project
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled the design of Satellite Concourse 1, the first major component of the ongoing expansion and modernization project at O'Hare International Airport.
Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled the design of Satellite Concourse 1, the first major component of the ongoing expansion and modernization project at O'Hare International Airport.
Illinois Senate passes $53 billion state budget
This year's state budget allocates $400 million more than last year's, with $187 million earmarked to help Chicago and Cook County with sheltering and caring for migrants.
This year's state budget allocates $400 million more than last year's, with $187 million earmarked to help Chicago and Cook County with sheltering and caring for migrants.