chicago city council

In a statement, Bally’s Corporation Senior Vice President for Corporate Development Christopher Jewett said the expansion of video gambling terminals represents a significant threat to the city’s long-term financial interests and violates commitments made under the company’s host community agreement with Chicago. #bally's #council #expansion

Critics point to recent incidents in Oak Lawn and other south suburban communities where businesses with video gambling terminals have been targeted by burglars seeking cash stored inside the machines. #gambling #crime #chicago

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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