Chuy García begins new bid for Chicago mayor by citing his work with Harold Washington
To stand out from the crowded field in February’s election, U.S. Rep. Chuy García spoke of his time working with Chicago’s first Black mayor.
To stand out from the crowded field in February’s election, U.S. Rep. Chuy García spoke of his time working with Chicago’s first Black mayor.
Chicago aldermen approved a $16.4 billion spending plan on Monday that keeps the property tax rate flat and increases police spending.
Members of City Council clashed with the mayor and voted down her appointment to lead the city’s education committee.
Johnson joins a crowded field of candidates looking to unseat Mayor Lori Lightfoot, and has the backing of some progressive groups including the Chicago Teachers Union.
Aldermen spent the last two weeks grilling department leaders about their spending priorities. A vote on the budget is scheduled for early November.
Some Chicago aldermen fear a reduction in voting precincts across the city will lead to voter suppression.
Aldermen field a lot of calls about animals, and not just dogs and cats.
The city’s $2.5 billion dollar plan aims to bolster community organizations helping the city’s most vulnerable people.
Some candidates are hoping divisive national issues — such as access to reproductive healthcare — will galvanize Illinois voters.
Billed as a way to create more affordable housing, the city’s plan envisions two or three communities of tiny homes.