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Mayor Johnson Vetoes Chicago Hemp Ordinance, Citing Impact on Small Businesses

Silence DoGood - February 16, 2026

Craig Katz, president of the Illinois Healthy Alternatives Association, said the mayor’s decision reflects support for entrepreneurship and economic equity. #ordinance #hemp #chicago

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State Takes Control of Chicago Bank; Deposits Protected

Silence DoGood - January 30, 2026

First Independence Bank will immediately operate the Chicago location as a branch of its own bank, with no expected disruption to customer access to accounts or services. #bank #chicago

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