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Mayor Brandon Johnson launches "Take Back The Block" initiative in response to rising gun violence
CHICAGO – Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety (MOCS), announced the launch of the "Take Back the Block" initiative today. This program aims to foster community engagement, reduce violent crime, and demonstrate the City's commitment to community safety and development.
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Chicago announces measures following surge in violence
CHICAGO – The City of Chicago has expressed deep sorrow over the recent surge in violence, extending condolences to affected families and communities. Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasized the city's commitment to ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors.
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Chicago implements new labor ordinances; minimum wage rises to $16.20 per hour
CHICAGO — Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Paid Time Off and One Fair Wage ordinances go into effect while the minimum wage increases to $16.20 per hour. More Perfect Union, a nonprofit media company, released a video interview with Mayor Johnson about these changes and his vision for Chicago’s working families.
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Mayor declares 'Chicago Workers' Rights Week' ahead of labor law changes
Mayor Brandon Johnson issued a proclamation this morning declaring June 24-28 as "Chicago Workers’ Rights Week" to highlight upcoming labor law changes. These changes, including an increased minimum wage, the first increase in the sub-minimum wage, and a new City of Chicago Paid Time Off policy, will take effect on Monday, July 1.
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Chicago expands Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund with $6.4 million investment
On June 20, 2024, Mayor Brandon Johnson, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Community Safety and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), announced a $6.4 million expansion of the Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund (ESVF) program. This initiative aims to extend support to ten additional communities significantly impacted by violence, aligning with Mayor Johnson’s People’s Plan for Community Safety.
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Mayor Brandon Johnson supports Biden's new immigration policies
CHICAGO – The administration of Mayor Brandon Johnson has expressed support for President Joe Biden's recent actions aimed at offering a pathway to legal residency for spouses of U.S. citizens and implementing a work visa program for current DACA enrollees.
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Chicago appoints new director of federal affairs
Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced the appointments of Dominique Warren as Director of Federal Affairs and Santiago Ginebra Campillo as Senior Legislative Assistant for the City of Chicago. These additions aim to enhance Chicago's federal affairs operations and strengthen its advocacy in Washington, D.C.
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Chicago announces $600K micro-grant initiative for youth programs
Today, Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) announced the recipients of the City of Chicago’s My CHI. My Future. (MCMF) Micro-Grant Program. SGA Youth & Family Services (SGA) will administer this inaugural program to community-based, youth-serving organizations focused on creating or enhancing opportunities for positive youth engagement on the South and West sides.
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Flags to be flown at half-staff on Memorial Day in Illinois
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker that all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor of Memorial Day.
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Illinois honors fallen firefighter recruit Cristian Medrano with flag tribute
The Department of Central Management Services has received a directive from Governor JB Pritzker, instructing all individuals and entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act to fly their flags at half-staff. This gesture is in honor and remembrance of Firefighter Recruit Cristian Medrano, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty.
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Illinois governor orders flags at half-staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor JB Pritzker, directing all persons or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act to fly their flags at half-staff in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day. The United States flags and the State flags at all buildings occupied by your agency’s personnel are to be lowered from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. More information is available at https://www.illinois.gov/about/flag-honors.html.