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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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07/16/2019 - 4:27pm

Pritzker names Melody Spann Cooper commissioner for state liquor commission

Pritzker names Melody Spann Cooper commissioner for state liquor commission
07/16/2019 - 4:22pm

Preckwinkle purges — sheds $33,000-plus in campaign cash linked to Ed Burke soirée

Preckwinkle purges — sheds $33,000-plus in campaign cash linked to Ed Burke soirée
07/16/2019 - 3:58pm

Cook County Health considers hiring firm to review scathing OIG report

Cook County Health considers hiring firm to review scathing OIG report
07/16/2019 - 3:55pm

After developer nixes demolition plans, city has until next year to make a decision on controversial Pilsen Historic Landmark District

After developer nixes demolition plans, city has until next year to make a decision on controversial Pilsen Historic Landmark District
07/16/2019 - 3:53pm

North Center’s new, pedestrian-friendly town square is finally coming to life as construction on Damen Avenue begins

North Center’s new, pedestrian-friendly town square is finally coming to life as construction on Damen Avenue begins
07/16/2019 - 3:43pm

How Chicago’s ‘moonshot’ startups aim to change the world

How Chicago’s ‘moonshot’ startups aim to change the world
07/16/2019 - 3:41pm

Cloud-like sculpture of 7,000 hanging disks floats above Willis Tower lobby

Cloud-like sculpture of 7,000 hanging disks floats above Willis Tower lobby
07/16/2019 - 3:39pm

T-Mobile, Taco Bell set to debut 'T-Mobell' store on Mag Mile

T-Mobile, Taco Bell set to debut 'T-Mobell' store on Mag Mile
07/16/2019 - 3:37pm

Fines for drivers refusing to move over for emergency vehicles in Illinois may increase

Fines for drivers refusing to move over for emergency vehicles in Illinois may increase
07/16/2019 - 3:37pm

Gov. Pritzker's capital plan leaves door open for more gas tax hikes in Chicago, some suburbs

Gov. Pritzker's capital plan leaves door open for more gas tax hikes in Chicago, some suburbs
07/16/2019 - 3:34pm

Illinois Central College lands federal grant for new job-training program building

Illinois Central College lands federal grant for new job-training program building
07/16/2019 - 3:28pm

Logan Square church-turned-apartment building sells for $4.36 million

Logan Square church-turned-apartment building sells for $4.36 million
07/16/2019 - 3:28pm

The case for truly independent regulators

The case for truly independent regulators
07/16/2019 - 3:27pm

Suburban office vacancy hits 2-year low

Suburban office vacancy hits 2-year low
07/16/2019 - 3:25pm

Her job: Bring moderate voters back to the GOP

Her job: Bring moderate voters back to the GOP
07/16/2019 - 3:24pm

Planned Parenthood of Illinois to forgo fed funds under abortion 'gag rule'

Planned Parenthood of Illinois to forgo fed funds under abortion 'gag rule'
07/16/2019 - 3:23pm

The Rev. Jesse Jackson and Jesse Jackson Jr. ask President Trump for release, pardon of imprisoned former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich

The Rev. Jesse Jackson and Jesse Jackson Jr. ask President Trump for release, pardon of imprisoned former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich
07/16/2019 - 3:22pm

Ex-ICE chief said he thought of giving Ill. Rep. ‘Chuy’ Garcia ‘a beating’ after clashing at House hearing

Ex-ICE chief said he thought of giving Ill. Rep. ‘Chuy’ Garcia ‘a beating’ after clashing at House hearing
07/16/2019 - 3:19pm

FBI mole Danny Solis uses $220K in campaign funds to pay legal fees

FBI mole Danny Solis uses $220K in campaign funds to pay legal fees
07/16/2019 - 3:18pm

See ya later, Humboldt Park alligator

See ya later, Humboldt Park alligator
07/16/2019 - 3:17pm

COPA investigator accused of compromising cases involving brother, boyfriend, and members of boyfriend’s family — all cops

COPA investigator accused of compromising cases involving brother, boyfriend, and members of boyfriend’s family — all cops
07/16/2019 - 3:15pm

R. Kelly ordered held without bail; prosecutors call him ‘an extreme danger to the community’

R. Kelly ordered held without bail; prosecutors call him ‘an extreme danger to the community’
07/16/2019 - 3:14pm

National labor law attorney: Legal marijuana doesn't give employees a 'get out of jail free card'

National labor law attorney: Legal marijuana doesn't give employees a 'get out of jail free card'
07/16/2019 - 3:13pm

Former Democratic senators demand higher salaries for Illinois legislators in lawsuit

Former Democratic senators demand higher salaries for Illinois legislators in lawsuit
07/16/2019 - 3:10pm

Illinois puts ankle monitors on thousands. Now it has to figure out who gets tracked—and why

Illinois puts ankle monitors on thousands. Now it has to figure out who gets tracked—and why
07/16/2019 - 3:08pm

State leaders discuss $831 million solution to invasive fish

State leaders discuss $831 million solution to invasive fish
07/15/2019 - 4:20pm

Ex-Jenner attorney makes his case to join state Supreme Court

Ex-Jenner attorney makes his case to join state Supreme Court
07/15/2019 - 4:18pm

Chicago launches $1M program to reach the 25 percent of seniors who are ‘living in isolation’

Chicago launches $1M program to reach the 25 percent of seniors who are ‘living in isolation’
07/15/2019 - 4:04pm

An early glimpse at Wolf Point East’s extensive riverfront amenities

An early glimpse at Wolf Point East’s extensive riverfront amenities
07/15/2019 - 4:03pm

It's a challenge, but Chicago has opportunities to add parkland

It's a challenge, but Chicago has opportunities to add parkland

Events Tabs

Cook County Finance Committee Meeting

Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 9:00am

118 N. Clark St., County Board Room - Rm 569, Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Housing and Real Estate

Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 10:00am

Council Chambers -- City Hall -- Chicago, IL

Chicago Transit Authority Board Meeting

Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 10:00am

CTA Headquarters, 567 W. Lake Street, Boardroom, 2nd Fl, Chicago, IL

Metra Board Meeting

Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 10:30am

547 West Jackson Boulevard, Metra Board Room, Chicago, IL

Chicago City Council Committee on Transportation and Public Way

Wednesday, July 17, 2019 - 11:00am

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