Chicago mayor signs order to protect residents' rights amid fears of troop deployment
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Mayor Brandon Johnson on Saturday signed an executive order on Saturday aimed at protecting the constitutional rights of Chicagoans amid fears that the Trump administration will deploy National Guard troops to the city.

Chicago mayor expects $1.15B city budget deficit in 2026

Mayor Brandon Johnson's office says the city is projected to run a $1.15 billion budget deficit in 2026.

Chicago officials brace for possible federal immigration agent deployment next week

Under federal law, the president can only send in the National Guard if the governor requests it, except in extreme circumstances. But he is free to send more ICE agents.

CPS budget approval avoids shutdown but adds to city deficit

Civic leaders and lawmakers are praising the Chicago Board of Education for approving a budget Thursday night that had been on track to fail.

CPS budget approval avoids shutdown but adds to city deficit
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Civic leaders and lawmakers are praising the Chicago Board of Education for approving a budget Thursday night that had been on track to fail.

Johnson criticizes Trump during Labor Day protest: 'No troops in Chicago!'

A Labor Day march in Chicago this year was not only about workers’ rights, but also President Trump’s threat to send in the National Guard.

Poll: 65% of Chicagoans oppose sending in National Guard to fight crime

A new poll from the group M3, sponsored by a conservative organization called Law and Order PAC, found that 70% of residents oppose President Donald Trump sending in the Army, while 65% oppose sending in the National Guard.

Community weighs in on 2025 budget during North Side town hall
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The community on the North Side weighed in on the city's budget for next year. Mayor Brandon Johnson and his office hosted the town hall on Thursday evening at the West Ridge Community Methodist Church.

Chicago Board of Education to vote on budget
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The Chicago Board of Education is meeting on Thursday to pass a controversial budget plan.

Chicago weighs federal deployment as DC grapples with trust issues despite crime drop
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Federal deployment talk is heating up in Chicago, especially since National Guard troops are still on the streets in DC. The DC mayor says the federal law enforcement surge has cut down on crime but she's worried it might be damaging trust in the community.

Chicago military base considered for ICE operation, reports say

A new wave of federal agents could arrive in the Chicago area as early as next week, according to multiple reports.

CDC director fired after just 4 weeks ? Monarez pushes back
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In a stunning shakeup, CDC Director Susan Monarez is ousted by the White House, sparking backlash, legal threats, and a wave of resignations.