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“This is an opportunity for residents in the Sweet 16th District to let me know what they would like me to focus on this year and give feedback on my legislative plan.” #legislative #williepreston

The film, produced by filmmaker Dan Andries, chronicles the days after King’s assassination, when anger and sorrow spilled into the streets of Chicago and left deep scars on West Side neighborhoods. #blackhistory #chicagojazz #film

During his presentation on Wednesday, Johnson described executive orders he has issued and other measures he has taken against the federal government. #federalagents #chicagomayor #prosecution

Federal prosecutors said Larry conspired with another officer to solicit cash and drugs from occupants of vehicles during traffic stops in exchange for reducing or dropping charges, declining to pursue enforcement action, or allowing vehicles to avoid impoundment. #corruption #policeofficers #conviction

Supporters described Kelly’s debate performance as steady and substantive, noting her calm delivery and detailed responses grounded in legislative experience. #debate #primaryelection #senate

García praised Stratton’s record as lieutenant governor and said she would be a strong advocate for Illinois in Washington. #primaryelection #senate #endorsement

Attorneys review Chicago Teachers Union audits following congressional request (via The Center Square) – The Chicago Teachers Union says it has #ctu #teachers #audits

“Federal agents killed Alex Pretti. They killed Renee Nicole Good. Here at home, they killed Silverio Villegas González,” Peters said in the statement. #minneapolis #ice #impeach

Miller accused government officials of blaming victims for their own deaths in such cases and warned against what she called a growing public desensitization to violence carried out by federal agents. #ice #killing #gop #minneapolis

Opponents of the ordinance say the ban on edible hemp products will have unintended consequences for people who rely on them for health and wellness purposes. #hehmp #citycouncil #regulation