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$6.25 million from federal government expected to improve Chicago Park District facilities
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 23, 2023
Improvements are coming to facilities, fieldhouses, the shoreline, and a swimming pool in the Chicago Park District thanks to a $6.25 million boost from the federal government.
Illinois, Chicago transportation departments seek safer streets
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 23, 2023
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) are working together with a common goal of making sure the city's streets are safer.
Hazel Crest village president: State traffic policies ‘not equitable’
By T.H. Lawrence | Jan 23, 2023
Hazel Crest Village President Vernard Alsberry said traffic and parking policies and enforcement in Illinois are “not equitable” and unduly punish low-income residents. This often includes people who live in heavily Black and Hispanic neighborhoods.
Lightfoot: 'Alderman Maldonado's empathetic approach to public service has only deepened throughout his 13 years as 26th Ward alderman'
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 14, 2023
Alderman Roberto Maldonado, who represents the city’s 26th Ward, will not seek another term on the Chicago City Council, according to reports.
Lightfoot on advance pension payment: 'This payment demonstrates our ongoing commitment to ensuring a prosperous Chicago'
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 13, 2023
The City of Chicago will earmark $242 million in the form of an advance pension payment to the city’s four pension funds in an effort to head off the growth of unfunded liabilities.
Schutt: 'Keep the coyotes on their toes so they don't know what to expect'
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 12, 2023
Tinley Park Animal Control urges residents to be aware of their surroundings as coyotes prepare for winter and their mating season.
Lightfoot on Healthy Chicago 2025 initiative: 'Everyone in our city deserves the chance to live a long, healthy life'
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 10, 2023
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has launched the city's Healthy Chicago 2025 initiative with one goal in mind.
Lightfoot on honor for architect Barney: 'We couldn't think of anyone more deserving of this honor'
By Southland Marquee report | Jan 10, 2023
Carol Ross Barney, an architect from Chicago, wins AIA Gold Medal.
Lightfoot: 'The @cta Red Line Extension Project will further connect people to opportunities across the city'
By Flexible Work News Report | Jan 5, 2023
CTA's Red Line Extension Project advanced to the project funding phase.
Uber driver on red light cameras: 'I think they need to be taken away'
By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 20, 2022
Brandy Thomas just wants to drive and make money to support her family.
Village of Tinley Park announces three new employees, including Kelly Sciaky: 'I look forward to working for all of the residents'
By Southland Marquee report | Dec 19, 2022
Those who conduct business with the village of Tinley Park might notice a few new faces, after the village has recently announced three new hires.
Uber driver on ticket debt: 'I got shut down for a whole week unnecessarily'
By Juliette Fairley | Dec 15, 2022
Toby Mitchell learned in early September that she had been deactivated as an Uber driver due to traffic violations.
Chicago native on child support, city policies: 'They'll take everything you have if they can'
By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 9, 2022
Child support enforcement can have a negative effect on Black, low-income, non-custodial fathers and their children, according to a 2016 report from the Urban Institute.
Hardiman: 'Too many crimes are being committed'
By W.J. Kennedy | Dec 9, 2022
No one escapes the ravages of violent crime in the toughest neighborhoods in Chicago.
Chicago pastor on red light ticketing: 'I think it’s a way the city gets revenue off the back of low-income neighborhoods'
By T.H. Lawrence | Nov 16, 2022
Darryl Russell calls for change in rules that impact people in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic
Lightfoot on Chicago bond-rating upgrade: 'The city is financially stable and on a path toward economic recovery'
By Southland Marquee reports | Nov 16, 2022
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office recently announced Chicago’s investment rating by Moody’s Investors Service was boosted for the first time in 12 years.
Driver removed from ride-hailing platforms after Chicago camera tickets catch up with him: 'They’re going after everybody for money'
By Juliette Fairley | Nov 16, 2022
Chicago's camera ticket debting program entraps ride-hailing drivers, black motorists the most
García on campaign for mayor of Chicago: 'It’s time to build a brighter future together'
By D. Beasley | Nov 16, 2022
In a Twitter post Nov. 10, Illinois State Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García announced he will run for mayor of Chicago.
Lightfoot: 'Investment in improved train services will give Chicago residents and visitors convenient, safe and modernized travel options'
By Southland Marquee report | Nov 16, 2022
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot recently announced an $850 million investment into Chicago's train system after a letter was sent to the secretary of transportation on obtaining funds to support infrastructure improvements.
Lightfoot: 'INVEST South/West is ready to expand its reach beyond retail districts'
By Southland Marquee report | Nov 16, 2022
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office recently released information on the mayor’s revitalization initiative for INVEST South/West on their three-year anniversary.