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The Board is delighted to announce that our long-time Executive Director, Steve Berlin, will accept the 2023 COGEL Award from the Council on Governmental Ethics Laws, its highest honor, in early December.

American Flags to Half-Staff Beginning on Saturday November 25, 2023 Through Sunset on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 in Honor of Rosalynn Carter

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 23, 2023

Throughout her life as First Lady of Georgia and First Lady of the United States, Rosalynn Carter exemplified hope, warmth, and a steadfast commitment to doing all she could to address many of our society’s greatest needs.

DFSS 2023 Senior Services Strategy Book

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 22, 2023

The Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) Senior Services Division is the City of Chicago’s lead agency for older adults and serves as the local Area Agency on Aging as designated by the Illinois Department on Aging.

Chicago's Airports Prepared to Welcome Surge of Passengers Over Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 22, 2023

Sunday, Nov. 26 is projected to be the busiest day, with nearly 300,000 passengers expected between O’Hare and Midway International Airports

548 Capital Joins City of Chicago, ComED and Local Businesses to Unveil New Sustainable Affordable Housing Development on 79th Street

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 19, 2023

Mixed-Use Development features 28 High-Efficiency Units and Retail Space, Generating Economic and Sustainability Benefits for Auburn Gresham Community

Chicago Covent Apartments Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks Milestone in Historic Rehabilitation Project

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 18, 2023

The Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) is pleased to announce the successful completion and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Covent Apartments at 2653 N Clark Street in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The project, a significant milestone in the preservation of residential hotels, involved the deconversion and rehabilitation of the existing Covent Hotel SRO (Single Room Occupancy) into 30 modern studio units, each equipped with their own kitchen and bathroom.

Honoring Illinois' Fallen Firefighter Andrew ‘Drew’ Price Of the Chicago Fire Department

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 16, 2023

In honor of fallen Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician Andrew ‘Drew’ Price Of the Chicago Fire Department.

The Holiday Season Kicks Off with the Chicago Tree Lighting Ceremony, Christkindlmarket opening, and the Magnificent Mile Lights Festiva

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 16, 2023

OEMC encourages residents to be vigilant in crowds, at events or while shopping and to report suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1

Amended Open Session Agenda and Zoom Information for Nov. 2023 Board Meeting

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 10, 2023

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City Champions Shopping Local During the Holiday Season

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 9, 2023

With an Emphasis on Consumer Awareness, City-Wide Initiatives Encourage Residents and Visitors to Discover Small Businesses Offerings

Volaris Launches New Service from O’Hare to Guatemala City with Continuing Service to San Salvador

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 8, 2023

International traffic at O’Hare International Airport got another lift early Saturday morning, when Volaris launched its first route from Chicago to Central America with direct service to Guatemala City, Guatemala, with continuing service to San Salvador, El Salvador, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) announced today.

Mayor Johnson, Faith Communities Join in Prayer for the Health and Safety of Chicago Families

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 7, 2023

Mayor Brandon Johnson joined faith leaders across all denominations from communities throughout Chicago today for a shared moment of prayer for the health and safety of our City. Participants gathered at House of Hope on Chicago’s Southeast Side to pray for peace and safety in all Chicago neighborhoods ahead of fall and winter holidays when families and loved ones will gather together.

110th City of Chicago Christmas Tree is Coming from Darien, Illinois

By Chicago City Wire Report | Nov 6, 2023

45-foot Colorado Blue Spruce donated by De La Cruz Family

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Mayor Brandon Johnson Announces $1M in DCASE Grants Supporting Chicago Community-Based Programming

Open Session Agenda and Zoom Information for the Dec. Board Meeting

Mayor Johnson and CDOT Cut Ribbon on Central Park Avenue Pedestrian and Bike Safety Improvement Project

Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade, Santa Hustle 5K, Mariah Carey Concert at United Center and Other Holiday Festivities in Chicago this Weekend

O’Hare International Airport Named Travelers’ Favorite for Two Decades Straight

Chicago Cultural Center Welcomes New Visual Art, Dance, Theater and Film Programs + Holiday Shopping

The Board has published its annual guide to ethical gift-giving and receiving

Board’s Executive Director to receive prestigious COGEL Award