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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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08/22/2019 - 4:25pm

The next phase of the city's environmental stewardship is in Lightfoot's hands

The next phase of the city's environmental stewardship is in Lightfoot's hands
08/22/2019 - 4:24pm

U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider joins majority of Democratic House colleagues and Illinois delegation in backing impeachment inquiry

U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider joins majority of Democratic House colleagues and Illinois delegation in backing impeachment inquiry
08/22/2019 - 4:07pm

Acting workshop puts CPD recruits in role of frightened youth

Acting workshop puts CPD recruits in role of frightened youth
08/22/2019 - 4:04pm

Illinois Attorney General expands lawsuit against Purdue Pharma

Illinois Attorney General expands lawsuit against Purdue Pharma
08/22/2019 - 4:03pm

Lightfoot launches task force to combat sexually transmitted infections

Lightfoot launches task force to combat sexually transmitted infections
08/22/2019 - 4:01pm

Suburban Chicago to play major role in 2020 Milwaukee DNC

Suburban Chicago to play major role in 2020 Milwaukee DNC
08/22/2019 - 3:58pm

Battle between Wicker Park developers over jam-packed corner heads to court: ‘The city should just fold now’

Battle between Wicker Park developers over jam-packed corner heads to court: ‘The city should just fold now’
08/22/2019 - 3:57pm

Hyde Park students want Chicago to ban styrofoam — and with some help from a former governor, City Hall is listening

Hyde Park students want Chicago to ban styrofoam — and with some help from a former governor, City Hall is listening
08/22/2019 - 3:54pm

The crawlspace of Ald. Maria Hadden’s ward office has become a preservation haven

The crawlspace of Ald. Maria Hadden’s ward office has become a preservation haven
08/22/2019 - 3:50pm

SpotHero scoops up $50M

SpotHero scoops up $50M
08/22/2019 - 3:49pm

Officials begin plans to develop vacant corridor near 95th Street terminal

Officials begin plans to develop vacant corridor near 95th Street terminal
08/22/2019 - 3:48pm

After city rejects 500-unit West Loop project, developer surprises with new plan — but Burnett isn’t on board

After city rejects 500-unit West Loop project, developer surprises with new plan — but Burnett isn’t on board
08/22/2019 - 3:43pm

Pritzker signs bill raising minimum teacher salary to $40,000

Pritzker signs bill raising minimum teacher salary to $40,000
08/22/2019 - 3:43pm

Weed-bill sponsors worry local governments will get greedy

Weed-bill sponsors worry local governments will get greedy
08/22/2019 - 3:41pm

CTA seeks to spur development near new el station

CTA seeks to spur development near new el station
08/22/2019 - 3:41pm

Supporters call for $15 Chicago minimum wage vote before September

Supporters call for $15 Chicago minimum wage vote before September
08/22/2019 - 3:36pm

As CPS starts investing in neighborhood school improvements again, some are happy and some feel left out

As CPS starts investing in neighborhood school improvements again, some are happy and some feel left out
08/22/2019 - 3:35pm

Trump’s approval still low despite economy, AP-NORC poll says

Trump’s approval still low despite economy, AP-NORC poll says
08/22/2019 - 3:33pm

Chicagoans spend 73 hours a year stuck in traffic

Chicagoans spend 73 hours a year stuck in traffic
08/22/2019 - 3:33pm

Shedd Aquarium is free for Illinois residents on these September days

Shedd Aquarium is free for Illinois residents on these September days
08/22/2019 - 3:32pm

$220,000 in ‘routine repairs’ underway in Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s City Hall office suite

$220,000 in ‘routine repairs’ underway in Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s City Hall office suite
08/22/2019 - 3:30pm

Some Little Village residents oppose St. Anthony Hospital’s expansion plan

Some Little Village residents oppose St. Anthony Hospital’s expansion plan
08/22/2019 - 3:30pm

Chicago high school dropout rate hits all-time low, CPS says

Chicago high school dropout rate hits all-time low, CPS says
08/22/2019 - 3:28pm

Can Sterigenics easily swap sterilants? Lawyers say yes; FDA, medical device makers less certain

Can Sterigenics easily swap sterilants? Lawyers say yes; FDA, medical device makers less certain
08/22/2019 - 3:28pm

Report on workplace culture at Office of Speaker: Fear of retaliation 'major' concern of people surveyed

Report on workplace culture at Office of Speaker: Fear of retaliation 'major' concern of people surveyed
08/22/2019 - 3:26pm

Teachers challenge Chicago’s timeline for adding school support staff at budget plan hearing

Teachers challenge Chicago’s timeline for adding school support staff at budget plan hearing
08/22/2019 - 3:25pm

Court says Mautino campaign violated election code on travel expenses

Court says Mautino campaign violated election code on travel expenses
08/21/2019 - 4:25pm

Here’s a first look at plans for Logan Square’s historic Hollander building

Here’s a first look at plans for Logan Square’s historic Hollander building
08/21/2019 - 4:21pm

New phones will let Chicago beat cops tap the city’s 35,000 surveillance cameras

New phones will let Chicago beat cops tap the city’s 35,000 surveillance cameras
08/21/2019 - 3:57pm

New bill educates Illinois prisoners on voting rights after release

New bill educates Illinois prisoners on voting rights after release

Events Tabs

Chicago Board of Education Board Meeting

Wednesday, August 28, 2019 - 10:30am

CPS Loop Office, 42 W. Madison Street, Garden Level, Board Room, Chicago, IL

Cook County Health and Hospital System Board Meeting

Friday, August 30, 2019 - 9:00am

1950 W. Polk, Conference Room 5301, Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Public Safety

Wednesday, September 4, 2019 - 10:00am

Council Chambers -- City Hall -- Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Health and Human Relations

Wednesday, September 4, 2019 - 11:00am

Room 201A -- City Hall -- Chicago, IL

Commission on Chicago Landmarks Meeting

Thursday, September 5, 2019 - 12:45pm

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