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According to the Civic Federation, the legislation is projected to increase required city contributions to the Police and Fire pension systems by approximately $8.4 billion between 2025 and 2055, representing about $1.7 billion in present value. #pension #civicfederation #chicago

Officials said the additional 46 camera-equipped buses will help reduce delays caused by illegally parked vehicles while making it easier for buses to safely pick up and drop off passengers, particularly those with disabilities. #buses #cta #chicago

According to organizers, the camp includes three nights of accommodations, six meals, conference sessions, training materials, and fellowship opportunities. Registration begins Monday evening, July 27, with a kickoff dinner, followed by two full days of presentations. The program concludes before lunch on Thursday, allowing pastors time to prepare for weekend services. #trainingcamp #pastors #oakbrook

“Consider this a call, Mr. President. I’m calling on you to invest in building more affordable homes across this country. I’m calling on you to respond to the needs of people who cannot afford grocery and gas,” the mayor said. #trump #chicagomayor #centersquare

According to the indictment, an FBI special agent contacted Mercado by phone the day before the event to discuss online threats connected to the planned attack. Prosecutors allege that Mercado denied any plans to travel to Washington to assist with the attack and declined to meet with investigators. #fbi #whitehouse #obstruction

The scheme caused Commonwealth Edison, Nicor Gas, and People's Gas to provide at least $8.5 million in unpaid utility services, according to prosecutors. #chicago #fbi #fraud

House Bill 3564 requires new transparencies, specifically that all fees must be listed on the first page of a lease. It also prohibits application fees larger than $50 in most cases, any fee for a change or renewal of a lease, after-hours maintenance and multiple others. #centersquare #tenant #law

“I’m going to estimate around 85% of them come from Illinois, since we’re so close to Illinois. We’re right on the border there,” Delimat told The Center Square. #centersquare #fireworks #independence

For nearly four decades, GhanaFest has drawn thousands of attendees to experience authentic Ghanaian cuisine, live entertainment, cultural exhibits, artisan vendors, African fashion, handcrafted goods and family-friendly activities. #ghanafest #chicago #african

Cook County’s minimum wage increased from $15 to $15.40 on Wednesday, and the tipped minimum rose from $9 to $9.25. #minimumwages #centersquare #workers