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Welch was addressing questions about the Bears’ request for property tax breaks and more than $800 million in state support for infrastructure upgrades. #budget #chicagobears #

She warned that allowing such actions to go unchecked could set a precedent for further military interventions driven by economic interests rather than national security. #trump #venezuela #congress

Krishnamoorthi said Affordable Care Act premiums would double if Congress doesn’t act. #senate #taxcredits

“This is about oil — not drugs or America’s safety,” Preston said, pointing to Trump’s remarks suggesting the United States would be responsible for rebuilding Venezuela’s oil infrastructure and helping to run the country. #trump #venezuela

Chicago police arrested Anderson on Jan. 1 and turned him over to sheriff’s detectives. The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office approved a murder charge later that day. #shooting #murder

Of the pregnancy-related deaths that occurred in 2021 and 2022, the committees found 91% could have been prevented. #pregnancy #health

Before the board voted, Chicago Public Schools Acting Chief Financial Officer Wally Stock said CPS ended fiscal year 2025 with a negative cash flow of $339 million, or $485 million worse than fiscal year 2024. #taxes #cps

“These improvements are strengthening the Clerk’s Office today and laying the foundation for better service for years to come.” #cookcounty #elections

The company alleges that the city overstated the level of danger to justify the emergency shutdown and bypass normal enforcement procedures. #lawsuit #closure

With construction in the area now substantially complete, CTA officials said the agency is honoring a commitment made to the community to return the land to productive use. #developemt #cta #proposals