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04/18/2019 - 5:10pm

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William Towns: An Open Letter to Chicago – Elections Bring Change. Opportunity Zones Offer Promise

Source: Urban Institute of US Treasury Department data

We are on the heels of an unprecedented mayoral election in Chicago, signaling an immediate opportunity to outline the best path forward for this city. We are also anticipating the U.S. Department of Treasury’s second round of proposed guidelines for Qualified Opportunity Funds which are eagerly anticipated in the coming weeks. These guidelines advise on the best ways to put Opportunity Zones to use and represent a glaring opportunity for Chicago.

04/09/2019 - 5:24pm

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City’s public health commissioner touts success battling teen smoking during City Club appearance

Dr. Julie Morita at the City Club of Chicago (Video Parachute)

While speaking at a City Club of Chicago event Tuesday, Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Julie Morita touted the strides the city has made battling teen smoking. Morita said teen smoking in the city is the lowest on record thanks to an approach to the issue that focused on policy, systems and environmental change.

01/15/2019 - 3:29pm

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07/18/2019 - 4:23pm

City inspector accused of lying to FBI about relationship with developers involved in Ald. Carrie Austin probe

City inspector accused of lying to FBI about relationship with developers involved in Ald. Carrie Austin probe
07/18/2019 - 4:05pm

President Trump says American warship destroyed Iranian drone

President Trump says American warship destroyed Iranian drone
07/18/2019 - 4:04pm

Moon Landing 50: Guide to Apollo 11 anniversary celebrations in Chicago

Moon Landing 50: Guide to Apollo 11 anniversary celebrations in Chicago
07/18/2019 - 4:02pm

Great Lakes states meet to discuss cost of fish-repelling sound speakers

Great Lakes states meet to discuss cost of fish-repelling sound speakers
07/18/2019 - 3:59pm

Active shooter drill in Loop goes epically wrong after police, office workers not notified in advance

Active shooter drill in Loop goes epically wrong after police, office workers not notified in advance
07/18/2019 - 3:51pm

Utah company is front-runner to operate Chicago's port

Utah company is front-runner to operate Chicago's port
07/18/2019 - 3:51pm

Meet Prevail, a Chicago startup making an ‘ingredient-conscious’ beef jerky

Meet Prevail, a Chicago startup making an ‘ingredient-conscious’ beef jerky
07/18/2019 - 3:50pm

Michigan Avenue high-rise among projects to clear key City Hall vote

Michigan Avenue high-rise among projects to clear key City Hall vote
07/18/2019 - 3:46pm

Feds raid home of third person close to Madigan : report

Feds raid home of third person close to Madigan : report
07/18/2019 - 3:45pm

Gov. Pritzker: Illinois to refuse to implement gag rule on women’s health

Gov. Pritzker: Illinois to refuse to implement gag rule on women’s health
07/18/2019 - 3:44pm

Patient capital focused on retail development will boost low-income neighborhoods’ economies

Patient capital focused on retail development will boost low-income neighborhoods’ economies
07/18/2019 - 3:41pm

U.S. House passes $15 minimum wage bill

U.S. House passes $15 minimum wage bill
07/18/2019 - 3:40pm

How did your Illinois congressman vote on impeachment?

How did your Illinois congressman vote on impeachment?
07/18/2019 - 3:40pm

Will cops patrol your school? Local councils will have final say, CPS says

Will cops patrol your school? Local councils will have final say, CPS says
07/18/2019 - 3:39pm

Trump elevates U of C prof

Trump elevates U of C prof
07/18/2019 - 3:38pm

Investor's $92 million deal for Gold Coast condo tower clears big hurdle

Investor's $92 million deal for Gold Coast condo tower clears big hurdle
07/18/2019 - 3:37pm

Republican Jeanne Ives jumps in Congress race for Democratic Rep. Casten seat

Republican Jeanne Ives jumps in Congress race for Democratic Rep. Casten seat
07/18/2019 - 3:36pm

Head of Chicago Sinfonietta to step down

Head of Chicago Sinfonietta to step down
07/18/2019 - 3:35pm

Trump says Buttigieg leads a 'failed city'

Trump says Buttigieg leads a 'failed city'
07/18/2019 - 3:31pm

IDOT prepares for pavement blowouts as heat wave approaches

IDOT prepares for pavement blowouts as heat wave approaches
07/18/2019 - 3:30pm

Ahead of heatwave, Lightfoot warns: ‘Don’t leave your children in cars’

Ahead of heatwave, Lightfoot warns: ‘Don’t leave your children in cars’
07/18/2019 - 3:29pm

Rolling lane closures planned for pavement work on south Lake Shore Drive

Rolling lane closures planned for pavement work on south Lake Shore Drive
07/18/2019 - 3:28pm

Police board to announce findings in case against 4 cops accused of covering up for Van Dyke

Police board to announce findings in case against 4 cops accused of covering up for Van Dyke
07/18/2019 - 3:27pm

Chance the Snapper gets bobblehead in National Bobblehead Hall of Fame

Chance the Snapper gets bobblehead in National Bobblehead Hall of Fame
07/18/2019 - 3:26pm

Marcello’s Father and Son Restaurant to reopen following announcement of closure

Marcello’s Father and Son Restaurant to reopen following announcement of closure
07/18/2019 - 3:25pm

Deal to reopen Sterigenics blasted by residents’ lawyers

Deal to reopen Sterigenics blasted by residents’ lawyers
07/18/2019 - 3:23pm

Some in GOP criticize ‘send her back’ chant, but not Trump

Some in GOP criticize ‘send her back’ chant, but not Trump
07/18/2019 - 3:23pm

University of Chicago receives $25M donation for international students

University of Chicago receives $25M donation for international students
07/18/2019 - 3:22pm

Other sites still possible for Chicago casino, Lightfoot says — even downtown

Other sites still possible for Chicago casino, Lightfoot says — even downtown
07/18/2019 - 3:20pm

Fraternal Order of Police accuses Preckwinkle of playing politics with violence and protégée Foxx of working ‘against’ cops

Fraternal Order of Police accuses Preckwinkle of playing politics with violence and protégée Foxx of working ‘against’ cops

Events Tabs

Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting

Friday, July 19, 2019 - 9:00am

City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street, 2nd Fl, City Council Chambers, Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Finance

Monday, July 22, 2019 - 10:00am

Council Chambers -- City Hall -- Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Workforce Development

Monday, July 22, 2019 - 1:00pm

Council Chambers -- City Hall -- Chicago, IL

Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority Board Meeting

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 - 9:00am

MPEA Corporate Center, 301 East Cermak Road, Corporate Board Room, 5th Fl, Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards

Tuesday, July 23, 2019 - 10:00am

Council Chambers -- City Hall -- Chicago, IL