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Mayor Johnson celebrates graduation of new cohort from Chicago's Victim Advocate Training Program
By B. K. Salgado | Dec 5, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson joined city officials and anti-violence advocates at Malcolm X College to recognize the third graduating class of victim advocate trainees.
Chance the Rapper to headline Chicago debut on New Year’s Rockin’ Eve
By B. K. Salgado | Dec 5, 2025
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), Choose Chicago, ABC7, and Dick Clark Productions announced that Chance the Rapper will perform during Chicago’s segment of “Dick Clark’s New Year’s...
Chicago launches 'Cut the Tape' initiative to support small businesses
By B. K. Salgado | Dec 5, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have announced a new initiative called Cut the Tape for Small Business.
Austin HOPE Center celebrates construction milestone with support from city leaders
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 27, 2025
Yesterday, local officials and community partners held a beam raising ceremony at the Austin HOPE Center in Chicago.
Mayor Johnson signs executive order for citywide response to SNAP benefits changes
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 20, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order that directs more city resources to community organizations, non-profits, food pantries, and faith institutions responding to uncertainty around Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)...
Chicago sues Department of Justice over new restrictions on police hiring grants
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 17, 2025
The City of Chicago and the City of Saint Paul have filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), challenging new conditions placed on a $6.25 million grant from the DOJ’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services...
Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for UN investigation amid immigration crackdown; opens new teen center
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 17, 2025
This weekend, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed several key issues and participated in community events across the city.
Chicago named as new live broadcast site for 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 17, 2025
Chicago will be featured as a live broadcast location for “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve” for the first time, according to an announcement made by ABC7, Dick Clark Productions, Mayor Brandon Johnson, and Choose Chicago.
Mayor Johnson urges UN action over immigration raids and SNAP cuts affecting Chicago
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 13, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss the impact of federal immigration enforcement and food assistance cuts on Chicago residents.
Mayor Johnson launches Shop Local campaign ahead of holiday shopping season
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 13, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have launched the Shop Local Chicago: Neighborhood Pride campaign.
Chicago releases report showing impact of summer youth employment programs
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 3, 2025
The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) has released its 2025 Summer Youth Impact Report, detailing the effects of city youth programs on employment, enrichment, and violence prevention.
Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses budget and public safety during busy weekend
By B. K. Salgado | Nov 3, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spent the weekend engaging with residents, business owners, and other city leaders to discuss community safety and the city's budget proposal.
O'Hare sets all-time summer passenger record with over 24 million travelers
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 27, 2025
O’Hare International Airport experienced its busiest summer on record, according to an announcement from Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA).
Mayor Johnson convenes diplomatic roundtable with Chicago Consular Corps
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 27, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and World Business Chicago are bringing together members of the Chicago Consular Corps (CCC) for a roundtable discussion aimed at strengthening partnerships and exploring new avenues for collaboration.
Mayor Johnson unveils 2026 budget focusing on corporate taxes and social service investments
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has presented his 2026 budget proposal to the Chicago City Council, aiming to close the city's budget deficit without increasing property taxes or introducing new regressive fees.
Chicago Fall Fest returns with two weeks of community events across city neighborhoods
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 23, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the return of Chicago Fall Fest, a two-week series of cultural and community events scheduled from October 17 to November 2.
Chicago bans use of city property by ICE under new executive order
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 16, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order that prohibits federal immigration agents from using city-owned property for immigration enforcement operations in Chicago.
Mayor Johnson marks completion of Milwaukee Avenue project as bikeway expansion surpasses 100-mile mark
By B. K. Salgado | Oct 1, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) have marked a milestone with the completion of safety improvements on Milwaukee Avenue, pushing the total of new bikeways installed under Johnson’s administration to over...
Chicago hosts hiring fair linking residents with jobs amid workforce development push
By B. K. Salgado | Sep 29, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety, City Colleges of Chicago, and the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership hosted a hiring and resource fair on September 30 at Malcolm X College Conference Center.
Mayor Johnson welcomes residents at Thrive Englewood affordable housing opening
By B. K. Salgado | Sep 25, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson attended a ceremony to welcome new residents at the Thrive Englewood housing development, marking the completion of 62 new homes in the neighborhood.