Chicago announces bid to host 2024 Democratic National Convention

Chicago on Tuesday announced a bid to bring the Democratic National Convention that will choose the party’s presidential nominee to the city in 2024.

Willie Wilson calls for return of conductors, CTA police to curb mass transit crime 'crisis'
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Mayoral challenger Willie Wilson vowed Monday that if elected he will bring back CTA conductors, resurrect the CTA?s own police unit and supplement both efforts by hiring back retired Chicago police officers to stop a surge in violent crime and unruly behavior that?s keeping riders away and putting employees at risk.

Board of Education seat remains empty after Lightfoot argues against elected board

Nine months have passed since one of the seven members of Chicago’s Board of Education resigned her seat, and there has been little to no public indication that Mayor Lori Lightfoot has moved toward appointing a replacement.

City Council approves Lightfoot's $12.5 million gas and transit card giveaway

The Chicago City Council Wednesday narrowly approved a series of lotteries to give away $12.5 million worth of free gasoline and rides on the CTA.

Chicago City Council approves gas, CTA giveaway
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The Chicago City Council Wednesday narrowly approved a series of lotteries to give away $12.5 million worth of free gasoline and rides on the CTA.

Chicago City Council approves Lightfoot's gas, transit card giveaway
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Mayor Lori Lightfoot?s plan to have Chicago taxpayers foot the bill for a $12.5 million giveaway of gasoline and transit rides won approval Wednesday from the full city council.

When can I apply for $500 monthly Chicago cash assistance program?

Applications can be submitted starting on April 25 at chicago.gov/cashpilot. To be eligible, applicants must: live in Chicago; be at least 18 years old; have experienced economic hardship related to COVID-19; and have a household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level. That’s $55,575 for a family of four.

Chinatown residents protest against proposed site for massive Chicago casino

In March, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced three finalists bidding to build and operate a Chicago casino. Hard Rock proposes a $1.7 billion casino near Soldier Field. Bally's Corporation proposes a $1.8 billion on the current Chicago Tribune publishing site near the north branch of the Chicago River. River's Casino is pitching a $2 billion just north of Chinatown.

Chinatown residents protest against proposed site for massive Chicago casino
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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced three finalists bidding to build and operate a Chicago casino. Hard Rock proposes a $1.7 billion casino near Soldier Field. Bally's Corporation proposes a $1.8 billion on the current Chicago Tribune publishing site near the north branch of the Chicago River. River's Casino is pitching a $2 billion just north of Chinatown.

Chinatown residents protest against proposed site for massive Chicago casino
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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced three finalists bidding to build and operate a Chicago casino. Hard Rock proposes a $1.7 billion casino near Soldier Field. Bally's Corporation proposes a $1.8 billion on the current Chicago Tribune publishing site near the north branch of the Chicago River. River's Casino is pitching a $2 billion just north of Chinatown.

Defense Innovation Unit opens in Chicago
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The U.S. Department of Defense is moving into Chicago, hoping to tap into the growing tech sector to aid military innovation.