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It cited limited access to capital, lengthy permitting processes and other bureaucratic barriers as obstacles that prevent businesses from surviving or expanding. #alexigiannoulias #chicago

Preston, D-Chicago, said the town hall will provide an opportunity to update constituents on his work during the legislative session while hearing directly from residents about their priorities. #townhall #fishfry #16thdistrict

"We had an opportunity to save America in 2008. Remember, remember Barack Obama. That was our chance to save America. We didn't get it then," Del Mar said during the rally. #aarondelmar #democrats #obama

Under the proposal, the community trust would help families secure legal representation, navigate immigration proceedings, cover emergency household expenses and connect with community resources during periods of detention or family separation. #ice #fund #ianwatkins

In a statement released Thursday, Civic Federation President Joe Ferguson said the board's decision departed from sound budgeting principles by relying on speculative revenue to balance the district's finances. #cps #budget #chicago

The Democratic Party of Illinois said the administration's decision to end the subsidies could result in millions of Americans paying hundreds of dollars more each year for prescription medications. #democrats #healthcare #trump

According to the party, volunteers canvassed in every region of the state while Democratic leaders met with residents to discuss issues ahead of the November election. #election #democrats

Benton’s replacement, Jessica Dixon Heitman, was appointed and sworn in to serve the remainder of the term and is on the November midterm ballot. #centersquare #gop #politics

According to Degnen, documenting those costs now will position Cook County to seek reimbursement for taxpayer-funded expenses incurred during the immigration enforcement effort. #reimbursement #immigration #cookcounty

Biggs currently represents the 6th Chicago Public Schools Board District, having been elected in November 2024 with nearly 45% of the vote in a three-way race. The district includes the South Loop, Bronzeville, Hyde Park, Washington Park, Woodlawn and Park Manor neighborhoods. #jessicabiggs #campaign