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Chicago resident on rideshare services: 'With inflation going up, it’s like you’re going to add another tax on the people'
A resident of Chicago expressed concerns over a proposed tax increase, stating it would exacerbate the financial strain on residents already dealing with rising prices.
By F. K. Carey | Oct 31, 2025
Chicago Mayor Johnson’s rideshare surcharge proposal draws scrutiny amid $1.15 billion budget gap
Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to expand congestion surcharges on rideshare services like Uber and Lyft has sparked backlash from companies, riders and local commentators, who argue the increase would burden low-income residents and stifle economic growth in a city grappling with elevated inflation and a softening job market.
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Former Mayoral candidate on Chicago budget: 'It’s regressive, reckless, and a betrayal of Chicago's future’
By J. T. Matthews | Oct 30, 2025
Paul Vallas, a senior fellow at the Illinois Policy Institute, has expressed concerns regarding Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2026 budget proposal and the potential implementation of a congestion tax in Chicago.
City Treasurer highlights unity at Chicago Diwali celebration
By J. T. Matthews | Oct 30, 2025
Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Irvin took part in the city's Diwali celebration at City Hall, joining Mayor Brandon Johnson, members of the Indian American Business Council (IABC), and community leaders.
Chicago treasurer hosts first free workshop aimed at helping renters become homeowners
By F. K. Carey | Oct 30, 2025
Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin organized a daylong homebuying workshop on August 20, aiming to help city residents move from renting to owning homes.
Women athletes discuss leadership and financial empowerment at Building for Wealth summit
By J. T. Matthews | Oct 29, 2025
The 5th annual “Building for Wealth Today & Tomorrow” Summit took place in Chicago, focusing on financial empowerment and investment in women’s sports and communities.
Common joins Treasurer Conyears-Ervin for 5th anniversary of BWTT Financial Empowerment Summit
By J. T. Matthews | Oct 27, 2025
The Office of the City Treasurer has announced that Common, a Grammy, Emmy, and Oscar-winning artist and Chicago native, will headline the fifth anniversary of the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit.
Chicago City Treasurer hosts free summit on financial empowerment
By F. K. Carey | Oct 27, 2025
Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin is organizing a free event this weekend aimed at helping residents improve their financial knowledge.
Lincoln Park Zoo announces relocation of polar bear Siku to Henry Vilas Zoo
By J. T. Matthews | Oct 16, 2025
Siku, a 15-year-old male polar bear at Lincoln Park Zoo, will soon move to Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, Wisconsin.
Essence Ventures partners with Chicago treasurer for community financial empowerment summit
By J. T. Matthews | Sep 29, 2025
ESSENCE Ventures and the Office of the Chicago City Treasurer, led by Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin, have announced a partnership aimed at advancing financial empowerment and wealth-building opportunities for diverse communities in Chicago.
Lincoln Park Zoo announces pregnancy of critically endangered eastern black rhinoceros
By J. T. Matthews | Sep 22, 2025
Lincoln Park Zoo has announced that Kapuki, a 20-year-old female eastern black rhinoceros, is pregnant.
Lincoln Park Zoo raises $600K at luncheon featuring Dr. Jane Goodall
By T. S. Murray | Sep 12, 2025
Lincoln Park Zoo hosted Dr. Jane Goodall at the Women Supporting Wildlife Luncheon on September 11, an event organized by the zoo’s Women’s Board.
Cook County Jail launches composting pilot to support urban farming
By T. S. Murray | Sep 2, 2025
The Cook County Sheriff’s Office has started a composting pilot program at the jail’s Central Kitchen, collecting about 18,900 pounds of compostable waste in its first two weeks.
Missing Persons Identification Act sets new requirements for police handling of disappearances
By Southland Marquee | Aug 21, 2025
Legislation establishing new protocols for missing persons investigations in Illinois has been signed into law.
Two goat brothers join Farm-in-the-Zoo at Lincoln Park Zoo
By Southland Marquee | Aug 21, 2025
Two young goats named Lincoln and Parker have joined the animal residents at Lincoln Park Zoo’s Farm-in-the-Zoo.
Man faces upgraded charges after fatal stabbing incident in Lyons Township
By Southland Marquee | Aug 15, 2025
An Orland Park man has been charged with attempted murder and home invasion following a violent incident in an unincorporated Lyons Township apartment building, according to Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart.
Ford Heights man faces felony charge after allegedly dragging dog behind vehicle
By Southland Marquee | Aug 11, 2025
A Ford Heights resident has been charged with aggravated animal cruelty after police say he dragged a small dog behind his vehicle.
Chicago Mayor and City Treasurer attend 54th annual Pride Parade
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin were present before the start of the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade.
Chicago Sky Foundation hosts event supporting women-led businesses in Chicago
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
The Chicago Sky Foundation recently held an event focused on supporting women-led small businesses in the city.
Melissa Conyears-Ervin recognized among notable leaders in finance by Crain’s Chicago Business
By Southland Marquee | Jul 31, 2025
Melissa Conyears-Ervin, the Chicago City Treasurer, has been named to Crain’s Notable Leaders in Finance for 2025.