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John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer

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CTA security enhancement plan follows federal push, complaints

The FTA sent a letter to Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson in December, directing the CTA to implement a plan that would reduce assaults on transit workers and passengers. #security #cta #chicago

Latino Leaders Urge Cook County State’s Attorney to Safeguard Elections in Cicero

According to the former congressman, more than 300 residents have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the past six months. #latino #elections #vote

Illinois House Committee Advances Bill to Block Local Regulation of Sports Betting

Industry groups and some lawmakers have warned that local taxes layered on top of state levies could drive bettors to illegal markets. #betting #illinoishousegaming #regulation

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

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

Op-Ed: Chicago’s Public Safety Gains Show Why Smart Investments Matter

Chicago’s ability to compete for top talent and investment depends on its continued commitment to safe, stable communities. #investments #safety

Chicago City Council Vote on Hemp Regulation Draws Criticism from Industry Advocates

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

Chicago mayor refuses to sign or veto budget at ‘not a campaign event’

The mayor repeated his opposition to a debt collection measure in the council-approved budget, which allows the city to sell city debt to private collectors. #budget #chicago

Chicago council, ‘starting to legislate,’ sends $16.7 billion budget to mayor

The alternative budget also includes a roughly $1 billion sweep of tax-increment-financing dollars to Chicago Public Schools. #chicago #budget #thecentersquare

Hemp Industry Pushes Back as Chicago Committee Advances Citywide Sales Ban

Committee members have framed the move as a child-safety measure, but industry advocates say that explanation doesn’t align with the facts—or with years of prior requests from hemp businesses for age restrictions. #hemp #ban

Illinois Hemp Industry Group Urges Chicago City Council to Reject Proposed Hemp Product Ban

The proposed ordinance would bar licensed businesses—and their employees or agents—from possessing, selling or distributing any hemp-derived cannabinoid products on their premises. #hemp #ban

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