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Chicago opens fifth Community Reentry Support Center for returning residents
The city of Chicago has announced the inauguration of its fifth Community Reentry Support Center (CRSC). The new center, designed to assist residents returning to Chicago's West Side, is a significant addition to the city's infrastructure.
Mayor Johnson's executive order streamlining housing and commercial development approvals
The city of Chicago has officially announced that Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an Executive Order aimed at simplifying city approvals. This significant announcement was made during the groundbreaking ceremony for Grace Manor Apartments, a $40 million project committed to ensuring 100 percent affordability in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood.
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Chicago city council approves mayor's $16.77 billion 'People's Budget' for FY2024
By Southland Marquee | Nov 23, 2023
The Chicago city council recently approved Mayor Brandon Johnson's FY24 budget with a 41-8 vote. Totaling $16.77 billion, the "People's Budget," will allocate funds to priority areas such as public safety and mental health care, along with investments in the youth of the city. The budget has been dubbed 'The People's Budget' due to its focus on addressing core needs of the populace without increasing property taxes.
City Council approves Mayor's People's Budget for FY2024
By Southland Marquee | Nov 23, 2023
The city of Chicago announced that Mayor Brandon Johnson's FY24 Budget was approved by the Chicago City Council with a 41-8 vote. The "People's Budget," totaling $16.77 billion, allocates funds to priority areas such as public safety and mental health care, along with investments in the youth of the city. This initiative came into effect after an extensive review and discussion process led by the council members.
Chicago launches the Chicago Taskforce on Innovation and Technology
By Southland Marquee | Nov 6, 2023
The city of Chicago recently introduced the Chicago Taskforce on Innovation and Technology (CTIT). The task force is set to enhance technological solutions for city-related problems and services, according to a press release by the city of Chicago. "Chicago launches the Chicago Taskforce on Innovation and Technology," announced the city in its official statement.
Coleman: 'World class songstress with an incredible flare for the culinary arts' hosting Inaugural Business Networking Outdoor Pop Up and Concert
By Southland Marquee report | Jul 19, 2023
Presented by Meesha Gardner of O'Meesha's Catering and O’Meesha’s Enterprises LLC, there will be an Inaugural Business Networking Outdoor Pop Up and Concert hosted in Dolton Park District at the end of the month. In anticipation for the upcoming event, Chicago business leader Jeff Coleman speaks highly of all that the day will have to offer as well as all that Meesha has done in her career and in her community.
Osman: 'We’re investing in infrastructure, improving safety, and enhancing mobility'
By Southland Marquee report | May 9, 2023
A newly constructed pedestrian and bicycle bridge in Bronzeville will provide a boost to Chicago’s South Side, according to one city official, which is an investment in infrastructure that improves safety and enhances mobility.
General Superintendent and CEO of Chicago Park District: 'We are investing in youth'
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 27, 2023
The Chicago Park District has launched a brand-new Lifeguard Training Academy to prepare the lifeguard workforce for the upcoming summer.
‘She will steward the college’s distinctive legacy,’ says Alivisatos of new dean for the University of Chicago
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 22, 2023
A new dean, who has been a faculty member at the University of Chicago since 2002, has been appointed at the University of Chicago.
‘Product of years of advocacy, negotiation and community engagement,’ says Dowell of Bronzeville mixed-use project
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 22, 2023
Ground has broken on Phase II of a Bronzeville project that will deliver 95 affordable units to the area.
Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, West Asia and North Africa: 'Although the institute’s name has changed, our mission remains the same'
By Southland Marquee report | Apr 11, 2023
The Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago has been renamed the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, West Asia and North Africa (ISAC) in an effort to better align with the research and scholarships pertaining to these regions.
Tinley Park Village attorney: Proper redevelopment of former mental health center site could be ‘game changer’
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 30, 2023
Tinley Park Village Attorney Michael Del Galdo penned a letter to the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) to point out acquiring the 280-acre Tinley Park Mental Health Center site from the state would be a boon for the community, including the south suburbs and the state.
City Colleges chancellor on Timuel D. Black Jr. Scholarship: 'He is an inspiration to people across our city and country'
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 29, 2023
City Colleges of Chicago has announced a new scholarship and fellowship program in honor of Timuel D. Black Jr.
Alderman: Ticketing policies are targeting Chicago's minority neighborhoods
By T.H. Lawrence | Mar 23, 2023
Traffic enforcement in Chicago appears to depend on who’s behind the wheel, and it’s no secret to Chicago drivers as the media and political leaders are becoming more aware of it as well.
Lightfoot 'Grateful to have been able' to take par tin Navy Pier Holi celebration
By Sam Jackson | Mar 20, 2023
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot attended the annual Holi celebration over the weekend at Navy Pier, celebrating the local Indian American population at the event.
Chicago's Lightfoot on executive order for City pay equity audit: 'I am deeply proud of the ways in which my administration has centered equity'
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 20, 2023
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently signed an executive order mandating a biannual pay equity audit of the City of Chicago workforce.
Chicago's Olive-Harvey faculty, staff to take part in American Association of Community Colleges annual conference
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 18, 2023
The American Association of Community Colleges’ (AACC) annual conference will be held next month in Denver.
Mayoral candidate Johnson: Chicago policy that revokes business licenses "serves to exacerbate...economic instability"
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 15, 2023
Chicago mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson recently came out against a policy based on Cook County code that gives the city the ability to revoke someone's ability to work by suspending their business license. The policy has impacted ride-share drivers, local business owners and community members who are stuck in a debt cycle due to not being able to work and in turn pay off the debt from traffic tickets.
Lightfoot applauds Lewis' appointment to Chicago Board of Education
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 7, 2023
Dr. Miquel A. Lewis has joined Chicago’s Board of Education, according to a news release.
Chicago to start new programs to battle opioid epidemic
By Southland Marquee report | Mar 7, 2023
The city of Chicago will launch new programs to combat the ongoing opioid epidemic using money from agreements with the three largest pharmaceutical companies.