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Johnson: 'These appointments reflect our policy priorities and strategic goals as we set a bold agenda for the next four years'

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 16, 2023

On May 12, newly sworn-in Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced he plans to install former Chicago Teachers Union chief of staff Jennifer Johnson as his deputy mayor for education, youth and human services.

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Congresswoman Ramirez Statement on the End of Title 42 and Future of Asylum Seekers

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 16, 2023

The Homeland Security Committee Vice Ranking Member urged the Administration to meet the historic moment with a humanitarian approach to immigration and fully uphold the constitutional right to seek asylum

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Rep. Robin Kelly Celebrates Infrastructure Week

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 16, 2023

Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, residents of Illinois Second Congressional District are benefiting from a generational investment of over $41 million in their public infrastructure.

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Congressman Jonathan Jackson Co-Anchors CBC Special Order on the Devastating Impact of the Failure to Lift the Debt Ceiling on Black Families

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 16, 2023

On May 16, Congressman Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) co-anchored a Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Special Order alongside Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) on the catastrophic implications of failing to lift the debt ceiling for Black families across the United States.

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Chicago GOP on comments about having sex with talk show host Dan Proft's mother: 'They should be fired for continuing that discussion for any length of time'

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

The Chicago GOP called for firing of WSCR sports talk radio show producer Shane Riordan after Chicago City Wire reported that Riordan said on the air, "Dan, I’ll have sex with your mother,” referring to the mother of conservative talk show host Dan Proft.

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Conservative political commentator applauds formation of 'new League of American Workers'

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

Conservative political commentator Steve Cortes is commending the formation of a new League of American Workers (LAW), which he said is necessary to defend middle-class workers, who have suffered from policies implemented over the last several decades.

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Johnson: ‘Chicago is a sanctuary city’

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

New Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is inheriting a mess with the city’s increasing immigrant population.

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Mayor Lightfoot Announces Executive Order to Advance Environmental Justice for All Chicagoans

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

May 10, Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot signed an Executive Order advancing the City’s commitment to environmental justice for all Chicagoans, making consideration of health and other community impacts a priority across departments and in City policies.

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Statement From Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

“I want to commend the Chicago Police Department and the hardworking detectives for working swiftly to apprehend and bring to justice the four individuals responsible for the heinous murder of Police Officer Aréanah M. Preston.

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Emanuel: ‘Every Chicagoan in every neighborhood wants strong schools, safe streets, and the opportunity to shape our city's story’

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

Former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel sent a message of optimism to Brandon Johnson as he was set to be sworn into office as the city’s 57th mayor on May 15.

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Chicago Mayor Elect Johnson has major plans for slavery reparations during his first 100 days in office

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

Chicago Mayor Elect Brandon Johnson recently announced his schedule for his first 100 days in office, which includes major plans for Chicago slavery reparations.

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Duckworth, Durbin Lead Illinois Delegation Members Supporting New Medical Research Hub Being Located in Chicagoland

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

Illinois Congressional Delegation highlights Chicago’s health equity, logistics and research benefits

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Congressman García’s Statement on the Surprise Billing our Workers Act

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

On May 12, Congressman Jesús “Chuy'' García (IL-04), issued a statement on the introduction of his two amendments to H.R. 1163, the Republicans’ “Surprise Billing our Worker’s Act.”

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U.s. Representatives Ramirez and Krishnamoorthi Affirm Support for Effort by Local Communities to Appeal the Federal Approval of the Canadian Pacific-kansas City Southern Rail Merger

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

On May 12, U.S. Representatives Delia Ramirez (IL-03) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) issued the following statement in response to the announcement that the Coalition to Stop CPKC is appealing the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) approval of the merger of the Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern railroads

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Ahead of Mother’s Day, Rep. Kelly, with Bipartisan Senate and House Colleagues Introduces Bill to Reduce Premature Births

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

The PREEMIE Act Renews Programs Aimed At Understanding The Causes Of Preterm Birth And Improving Infant Health Outcomes

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Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski Call on Usda to Combat the Rising Amount of Food Deserts

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

On May 16, Congressman Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-IL) issued a joint letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack to express their deep concern about the rising amount of food deserts in both urban and rural districts in Illinois.

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Benefit to be held for Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston: 'She was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend'

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 15, 2023

A benefit for the family of slain police officer Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston will be held Wednesday, May 17.

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Chicago's Lightfoot on leaving office: 'I don't spend a lot of time looking in the rearview mirror'

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 14, 2023

Although outgoing one-term Mayor Lori Lightfoot has not revealed what her plans are after leaving office on May 15, she has said that she does not plan on running for office again.

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Kelly challenges Inn of Chicago in video: ‘It appears to be a migrant hotel’

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 13, 2023

Reporter William J. Kelly recently posted a video showing the Inn of Chicago is closed to the public to host illegal immigrants only.

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Chicago alderman: 'We are deeply concerned about the problem of white supremacy inside the Chicago Police Department'

By Chicago City Wire Report | May 13, 2023

A Chicago alderman is warning the city council about the growing problem of white supremacy within the city's police department.