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.
Illinois lawmakers advance $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.
Johnson honors fallen soldiers at Memorial Day ceremony
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson paid tribute to fallen soldiers on Monday during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson paid tribute to fallen soldiers on Monday during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park.
Chicago mayor honors fallen soldiers at Memorial Day ceremony
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson paid tribute to fallen soldiers on Monday during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson paid tribute to fallen soldiers on Monday during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park.
Chicago remembers fallen service members on Memorial Day
Mayor Johnson spoke during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park this morning. The mayor said the legacy left behind by our US servicemembers should not ever be forgotten.
Mayor Johnson spoke during a Memorial Day ceremony in Grant Park this morning. The mayor said the legacy left behind by our US servicemembers should not ever be forgotten.
Chicago Memorial Day Parade, Wreath Laying Ceremony honors fallen heroes
Chicagoans gathered downtown to commemorate fallen heroes of the United States Armed Forces Saturday.
Chicagoans gathered downtown to commemorate fallen heroes of the United States Armed Forces Saturday.
Rev. Ira Acree declines Chicago mayor's RTA board nomination
Civil rights leader Rev. Ira Acree is withdrawing his nomination for his appointment to the Regional Transportation Authority board.
Civil rights leader Rev. Ira Acree is withdrawing his nomination for his appointment to the Regional Transportation Authority board.
Chicago officials unveil comprehensive safety plan for summer as Memorial Day Weekend begins
City of Chicago leaders came together Friday afternoon to detail their safety plan for summer as Memorial Day Weekend begins.
City of Chicago leaders came together Friday afternoon to detail their safety plan for summer as Memorial Day Weekend begins.
Rev. Ira Acree declines Chicago mayor's RTA board nomination
Civil rights leader Rev. Ira Acree is withdrawing his nomination for his appointment to the Regional Transportation Authority board.
Civil rights leader Rev. Ira Acree is withdrawing his nomination for his appointment to the Regional Transportation Authority board.
Johnson promises not to close top performing CPS schools, but leaves out magnets and charters
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not close high-performing CPS Selective Enrollment Schools, at least not until a fully elected Chicago Public School Board takes over the system in 2027.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not close high-performing CPS Selective Enrollment Schools, at least not until a fully elected Chicago Public School Board takes over the system in 2027.
Johnson promises not to close top performing CPS schools, but leaves out magnets and charters
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not close high-performing CPS Selective Enrollment Schools, at least not until a fully elected Chicago Public School Board takes over the system in 2027.
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not close high-performing CPS Selective Enrollment Schools, at least not until a fully elected Chicago Public School Board takes over the system in 2027.
Council members show support of ShotSpotter despite Chicago mayor's stance
A big loss in City Council for Mayor Brandon Johnson after members have gone against him when it comes to the controversial ShotSpotter.
A big loss in City Council for Mayor Brandon Johnson after members have gone against him when it comes to the controversial ShotSpotter.