Coalition of public and private partnerships to address Chicago's needs for economic growth and jobs through digital skilling.

New data from NAE Cities Index shows immigrants in the Chicago metro area paid more than $20.6 billion in taxes in 2019

First of its kind two-year strategic plan co-designed with community partners, subject matter experts, survivors, and City officials, to build a whole-of-government approach to address gender-based violence

Citywide effort to ensure that at least 77 percent of all Chicago residents age 12 and up start their COVID-19 vaccination series by the end of the year

Families participating in Chicago Connected can now access 5,000+ courses and 30+ professional certificates on-demand at no cost

Budget includes $1.9 billion in key investments and no new taxes—an investment-based recovery strategy with a foundation set on greater opportunities for rebuilding Chicago into a safer, stronger, and more prosperous city for all of Chicago’s residents

Three day-long events are planned in neighborhoods along the Historic Boulevards starting with Logan & Kedzie activation on Sunday, September 19th

The units will be placed in select City sites and non-profit organizations on Chicago’s South and West sides.

Martinez’s appointment marks first every Latino to hold the position permanently

Enhanced Age Verification, Social Media Restrictions and a Ban on Underage Models Used for Advertising Among Changes Agreed to by Defendants

New under bridge trail completes the 312 RiverRun, a new recreational amenity that links three parks along the North Branch of Chicago River

Eligible students and families will receive one-time $500 microgrant in the form of a check to assist with educational and living expenses

The program would allow some COPA and BIA complaints to be referred to a community mediation program

List includes 99 building addresses, associated list of building owners to publish on Oct. 1

Complaints allege that the meal delivery companies deceived consumers and shortchanged restaurants already reeling from the pandemic shutdown

Initiatives will work to expand and strengthen access to mental health services, clinics, crisis prevention and resources, focusing on neighborhoods in the greatest need

Projects selected from 15 responses to November 2020 Request for Proposals

Cisco moving existing Rosemont operations into city’s iconic Old Main Post Office

While COVID-19 response and recovery continue to be a primary focus for the City, the financial impact on Chicago’s economy has been significant

The two-month extension comes after several potential bidders sought additional time to evaluate the Chicago casino opportunity

Newly finished roller rink represents first step in Mayor Lightfoot’s Neighborhood Activation Initiative in West Garfield Park

The new multi-agency Community Safety Coordination Center (CSCC) has been activated to coordinate both government and nonprofit resources to holistically reduce and prevent violence in Chicago’s communities

Hire Chicago, a collaboration between Mayor Lightfoot, The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership & World Business Chicago — is offered to help Chicagoans find careers today and tomorrow, and help employers tap into our city’s diverse talent pipeline.

Office of Labor Standards has recouped nearly $1 million for Chicago’s workers through two recent major settlements; Wage Theft Ordinance and other worker protections come into effect this week

Tentative deal includes historic accountability reforms, mental health and wellness support, and backpay

Donation to Greencorps Chicago green job training program and Chicago Public Art Group focuses on Chicago neighborhoods where the network’s critically acclaimed drama series “The Chi” is filmed

Regional, in-person events will allow residents to provide valuable feedback on City’s budget process

New Facility Advances INVEST South/West Initiative for Equitable Economic Development

City of Chicago Waste Strategy prepared by nonprofit Delta Institute analyzes Chicago’s waste and materials management to expand and improve reduction, diversion, cost, and equity opportunities

DFSS Awarded $51.78 Million For Head Start and Early Head Start Programming

$145 Million Grant Five Years, Shared Among Six Grantees

BACP will introduce an acting commissioner and DCASE will conduct a national search before Commissioner Kelly retires in the fall

$10 million in grant funding will support entrepreneurship, economic development projects in 14 West, Southwest and South Side community areas.

This series is the latest offering of My CHI.My Future, the City’s effort to connect Chicago’s youth with safe and engaging spaces throughout 15 communities across the south and west sides.

Gately Fieldhouse will be the final site of the Mayor’s ChiFastest Race to Gately on July 10.

Fireworks will be visible from multiple locations along the lakefront.

The Mayor’s Office establishes five Community Engagement Councils in order to better serve Chicago’s diverse immigrant communities

Increase in minimum wage delivers additional financial stability to over 400,000 Chicago workers, including domestic workers

Joint venture will build 250 new single-family homes to spur affordable homeownership in key INVEST South/West community

“Esto Salva Vidas” (This Saves Lives); “Stay home, save lives”; and “Boards of Change” are just a few campaigns that were recognized this year at award shows