A jury in U.S. District Court in Chicago earlier this year heard testimony from seven of Johnson’s victims before convicting him of sex trafficking and other offenses. #trafficking
The only civil rights lawyer to ever run for Cook County State’s Attorney, Fioretti wonders what recourse voters have if they find problems with the election. #voting
Johnson blamed “the ultra rich and corporations” for advocating against a Chicago tax increase on property sales and a progressive state income tax voters have rejected. #taxes
A law I helped create will bring a Clean Jobs Workforce Hub to the region. By training workers to take on new careers right here at home, we are investing in our future success. #oped
“Lead poisoning can cause long term harm and the sooner it is identified, the better chance we have of treating it and reversing its effects,” said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. #preventionweek
Foxx’s office made its argument in briefs filed with the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, where a three-judge panel will hear oral arguments Nov. 12 in a challenge to the county’s assault weapons ban. #ban