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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson rules out property tax increase in 2026 despite $1.2B budget shortfall
Mayor Brandon Johnson addressed members of the media Friday for the first time since announcing he won’t propose a property ...
Chicago mayor downplays idea of raising property taxes after CFO says hike 'likely' in report
Chicagoans may have to prepare for higher property taxes, with the city facing a $1 billion deficit, after the city's chief ...
Laura Washington: Chicago mayoral wannabes are already edging to the gate
The potential Chicago mayoral race competition is getting itchy. My wild card: Lisa Madigan who might resume her political ...
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Chicago Mayor Johnson Launches $40 Million Homeless Shelter Revamp for Dignity and Accessibility
Chicago's Mayor announces a $40 million overhaul for homeless shelters, aiming to improve privacy and facilities.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will not ask for property tax increase in budget
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Thursday tried to diffuse concern that he might be planning to raise property taxes in order to deal ...
Ald. Debra Silverstein: Report shows a stunning rise in antisemitism in Chicago. The mayor needs to do better.
What if the hearings on antisemitsm reveal that Mayor Brandon Johnson’s allies have contributed to the antisemitic ...
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s CFO says property tax hike ‘likely’ in 2026 budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s team teased plans this week to take another swing at raising property taxes to close the city ...
Mayor names acting commissioner for Transportation Department to replace Tom Carney
The mayor elevated the Chicago Department of Transportation's first deputy commissioner, Craig Turner, to serve as acting commissioner following Tom Carney's resignation this month.