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Illinois sees population rise after nine years of decline

Illinois has reversed nine years of population decline, adding approximately 67,899 residents between July 2023 and June 2024.

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 19, 2024

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Chicago introduces new taxes on leases, amusements, parking and bags starting January

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 18, 2024

The City Council has approved the 2025 Revenue Ordinance, leading to several tax changes in Chicago that will take effect on January 1, 2025.

Tom Homan calls for mass deportations at Northwest Side GOP event: ‘Chicago is in trouble because your mayor sucks and your governor sucks’

By Chicago City Wire reports | Dec 17, 2024

Tom Homan, President-elect Donald Trump's appointed border czar, made an appearance in Chicago on Monday to present his plans for mass deportations set to begin immediately after Trump's inauguration.

Chicago hosts citywide meeting on youth-focused community plans

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 17, 2024

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) have invited local leaders, stakeholders, and young people to the Harold Washington Library Center Winter Garden for a citywide meeting focused on youth...

Chicago City Council approves $17B budget with new taxes and fees

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 16, 2024

The Chicago City Council has approved a $17 billion budget, which includes $181.6 million in new taxes and fees.

Cook County offers property tax prepayment option for snowbirds

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 16, 2024

Treasurer Maria Pappas has announced that Cook County property owners have the option to prepay their 2024 property taxes, which are due in 2025.

Mike Quigley's tweets address winter safety and call for stronger gun laws

U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley shared advice on handling winter power outages and advocated for stronger federal gun control measures via social media posts on December 12-13, 2024.

Delia C. Ramirez discusses IRS filing system and CFPB initiatives

On December 13th, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez addressed key issues via social media posts including concerns about corporations affecting IRS services and support for CFPB's actions against banking fees while expressing gratitude towards her...

Chicago celebrates holidays with tree lighting and ice skating

More than 100,000 visitors have experienced the holiday displays at Millennium Park in Chicago.

Mike Quigley reflects on marriage act and climate accords anniversaries

Congressman Mike Quigley commemorates important anniversaries related to marriage equality and climate change on December 13, 2024.

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez addresses major national issues in recent tweets

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 12, 2024

In her latest tweets dated December 12, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez discusses significant topics such as the halted Kroger-Albertsons merger, critiques against Trump's citizenship proposals, and praises for President Biden's clemency actions

Schakowsky criticizes GOP policies and calls for sustainable fashion

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 12, 2024

Jan Schakowsky addresses fiscal policy criticism towards the GOP while advocating for sustainable practices in fashion.

Mike Quigley's recent tweets address winter readiness, gun violence, and cultural celebration

By Chicago City Wire | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley's recent tweets cover topics such as winter preparedness with FEMA's resources, ongoing challenges with gun violence in Chicago requiring federal attention, and cultural celebrations like The Feast of Our Lady...

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez criticizes Republicans and highlights societal issues

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez took to social media in early December 2024 to voice her concerns on various political matters.

Delia C. Ramirez criticizes NDAA passage and highlights issues in immigration and healthcare

On December 11, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez raised concerns about government spending following the NDAA's passage despite audit failures while also acknowledging progress on reducing immigration processing delays by DHS and criticizing limited...

South Chicago celebrates first phase completion of Commercial Avenue streetscape project

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) Commissioner Tom Carney and 10th Ward Alderman Peter Chico, alongside South Chicago community leaders, have marked the completion of a significant streetscape improvement project on Commercial Avenue.

Proposed expansion for Diversey/Chicago River TIF district

The proposal to amend the Diversey/Chicago River Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district was introduced to the City Council by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Jan Schakowsky addresses highway safety award and opposition to NDAA

Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky discusses recent achievements and expresses concerns over legislative proposals affecting auto safety and healthcare decisions within military families as well as consumer costs related to a major grocery merger...

Mike Quigley's tweets address HIV policy changes and community engagement