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Chicago has ‘work to do’ despite lower violent crime numbers in 2024

Police reported an 8% reduction in homicides, a 7% reduction in shootings and a 4% reduction in shooting victims compared with 2023. #crime

In 2025 Continue to Ride CTA

Customers can save money by purchasing an unlimited rides pass, either the 1-Day ($5) – far more economical and convenient than the price of gas and parking - or the 3-Day ($15) pass – a real budget-saving move. #cta

Bally’s Chicago Announces Investment Opportunity

Bally’s Chicago has begun marketing the initial public offering and concurrent private placement of its equity ownership interests (offering by prospectus and information memorandum only). #investment

Violent Venezuelan gang members expanding operations in Midwest

As the border crisis escalated over the past few years, a record number of Venezuelan illegal border crossers, more than one million, were reported under the Biden administration. #gang

Protections for Family Responsibilities in Employment Take Effect January 1

“This law not only provides protections but also recognizes the complex lives of working people and helps create more supportive and compassionate workplaces.” #employment

New Law Expands Reproductive Rights

“This law makes it clear: no one should face discrimination for making personal decisions about their reproductive health. Whether it’s fertility care or abortion, your choices are your own, and your rights are protected.” #law

Illinois Gaming Board Agents Arrest Four Men for Video Gaming Café Burglary

The investigation by Gaming Board Agents revealed that the men fled the location unable to access funds from video gaming machines. All four men were later arrested and taken into custody. #burglary

Illinois Gaming Board Licensed New Casino and Sportsbook Among Other Regulatory Actions During Final Meeting of 2024

Illinois is home to 16 casinos, 15 approved sportsbooks and a network of more than 8,700 licensed video gaming establishments. #licenced

CTA and DePaul University Support Small Businesses and Foster Community Revitalization

DePaul’s business students and faculty will lend their expertise and deliver solutions for small businesses and actionable recommendations for community growth. #smallbusiness

Johnson taps former inmate to lead growing Chicago’s Office of Re-entry

Amid a backdrop where the city is facing a mounting budget crisis that could lead to its first shutdown in history if a new spending plan is not approved by the end of the year, Johnson recently held a news conference touting Mapp’s formal installation as program director. #re-entry

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