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Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison’s Statement on the U.S. Department of Justice’s Lawsuit against the State of Illinois, Cook County, and the City of...

This legal action underscores a significant failure in cooperation between local and federal authorities, particularly concerning the removal of criminal illegal migrants from our communities. #lawsuit

Veteran Business Project Launches New City of Chicago Partnership to Bring Veteran-Owned Businesses to All 50 Wards

“By helping veterans establish businesses in every ward, we’re not only providing them with opportunities to thrive but also contributing to the revitalization of Chicago’s neighborhoods. #veterans

Chicago Teachers Union Kicks Off Black History Month with Blood Drive & Panel on Sickle Cell Disease and Mental Health

his year’s blood drive and panel discussion will focus on sickle cell disease—an illness that disproportionately affects Black Americans—and the crucial role African American blood donors play in saving lives. #health

Amy Meek to Serve as Deputy Director of the Illinois Department of Human Rights

“Alex Bautista has been an essential advisor for the last 6 years. He was thoughtful, deliberate, and collaborative,” said IDHR Director Jim Bennett. #rights

State of Illinois Announces New Vendor for Cannabis Seed-to-Sale System

“We look forward to this new partnership with Metrc to ensure Illinois continues advancing the safest and most secure cannabis market,” said Erin Johnson, Illinois Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer. #cannabis

Chicagoland Black Chamber Reacts to Discriminatory “DEI” Programs that Continue to Discriminate Against Black Businesses

A particularly concerning trend is the overwhelming representation of white women in DEI leadership roles... #dei

Bally’s Chicago Casino Launches Anti-Human Trafficking Employee Training Program

The extensive training program educates employees in weekly sessions on how trafficking might be present in the surrounding community, trained team members on possible trafficking indicators they might encounter within the casino and empowered them to respond appropriately if they suspect trafficking activity is present. #trafficking

Suburban Chicago Businessman Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Bank Fraud

Schiff, 50, of Riverwoods, Ill., pleaded guilty in 2023 to a federal bank fraud charge. In addition to the prison sentence, U.S. District Judge Mary M. Rowland on Jan. 16, 2025, ordered Schiff to pay $2,955,954 in restitution. #fraud

Capital Development Board Announces Over $60 Million in Funding for Illinois Department of Natural Resources Projects

“Through Rebuild Illinois, we are making meaningful investments in communities across the state, so that Illinoisans – no matter their zip code – benefit from our state’s progress,” said Governor JB Pritzker. #funding

Innovative Affordable Housing Development Opens in East Garfield Park

“With the opening of Fifth City Commons we have reached an incredible milestone in the creation of more affordable housing options for residents,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. #housing

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