Government

State Sen. Lakesia Collins has advanced legislation in the Illinois Senate that aims to establish a comprehensive approach to bereavement care across the state.

Tom Ahern, deputy director of news affairs for the Chicago Police Department, posted several crime alerts on April 18 and April 19, 2026.

The Cook County Sheriff’s Office highlighted recent achievements including honoring volunteers like Debra Walusiak and announcing a new online crime reporting tool in tweets dated April 17–18, 2026.

Tom Ahern, deputy director for the Chicago Police Department, shared updates on aggravated battery, firearm possession by a felon, and burglary arrests via social media posts dated April 18, 2026.

A new transaction charge affecting large hotels in select areas of Chicago will begin in May 2026. Hotels may pass this cost onto customers if disclosed properly. The City Department of Finance oversees implementation and compliance.

Tom Ahern, deputy director of news affairs for the Chicago Police Department, posted updates about burglaries and violent crimes in Chicago on April 15 and April 16, 2026.

Philippine Airlines will begin nonstop flights from Chicago to Manila starting November 9. The new service aims to boost travel options between Midwest America and Southeast Asia while supporting economic links through O’Hare International Airport.

Tim Jeffries has been appointed CEO of the Chicago Residential Investment Fund after a national search. He will oversee efforts using Green Social Housing models backed by significant city investment aimed at expanding affordable mixed-income homes across all neighborhoods.