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Chicago City Council Approves Revamped Parking Meter Deal With Stonepeak in 46-3 Vote

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Aldermen voted 46-3 Tuesday to approve the transfer of Chicago Parking Meters LLC to New York-based infrastructure investment firm Stonepeak Partners, clearing the way for a $2.53 billion transaction after months of negotiations over concessions for the city. #parking #chicago

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Chicago City Council Approves Revamped Parking Meter Deal With Stonepeak in 46-3 Vote

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Aldermen voted 46-3 Tuesday to approve the transfer of Chicago Parking Meters LLC to New York-based infrastructure investment firm Stonepeak Partners, clearing the way for a $2.53 billion transaction after months of negotiations over concessions for the city. #parking #chicago
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EPA Employees’ Union Joins Calls for Transparency Over Amtrak’s Planned Bridgeport Maintenance Facility

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The Federal Railroad Administration awarded Amtrak up to $572 million in August for the new maintenance facility and another $87 million for bridge and viaduct improvements in the area. #amtrak #local704
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CTA and City Partners to Host Major Fall 2026 Career Fair at Kennedy-King College

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With more than 60 employers and resource agencies expected to attend, the fair represents thousands of available jobs in fields such as transportation, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, security, retail, education, banking, and government. #careerfair #jobfair
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Willie Wilson Calls for Investigation Into Chicago Gas Prices as Some Stations Top $5 a Gallon

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The latest request also adds another economic issue to Wilson’s campaign for mayor. Wilson has repeatedly focused on the cost of living in Chicago and has positioned himself as an advocate for residents struggling with rising expenses. #election #gasprices #chicago
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Illinois Expands Grocery Initiative With $26 Million to Address Food Deserts and Protect Food Access

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“The Illinois Grocery Initiative is a crucial program for helping our communities invest in improving residents’ lives,” Preston said. “Increasing access to fresh, healthy food saves residents time and money.” #senatorpreston #groceries

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Joliet Junior College is Not Meeting Minority Participation Goals, Illinois House to Hold Subject Matter Hearing

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Most are reporting less than 5% minority spend. #college #university #contracting
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SNAP Cuts Leave Hundreds of Thousands of Illinoisans Without Food Assistance as Hunger Rises

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The Food Depository says SNAP enrollment has declined sharply since major changes to the program were enacted under the federal One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025. #snap #foodstamps
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Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon Heads to Washington for National Election Roundtable

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Wednesday’s roundtable is expected to focus on several areas that have become increasingly important for election offices, including continuity of operations, infrastructure, security and voter access. #clerk #washingtondc #cookcounty
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Illinois Democrats Launch ‘Cost of MAGA’ Tour in Bloomington, Focus on Federal SNAP Changes

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Beginning Oct. 1, states will be responsible for 75% of the administrative cost of operating SNAP, up from the previous 50% share. Illinois budget officials estimate that change will cost the state approximately $80 million more each year. #snap #foodstamps

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