The citywide initiative fosters equity-driven dialogue and expand community voice and insights in shaping next year’s budget priorities.

Year-Round, Immersive Horror Entertainment Experience on the Chicago River Expected to Create More Than 400 Jobs.

In honor of Juneteenth, Mayor Johnson is announcing the Chicagoans who will help guide the City’s study on reparations.

The Department of Planning and Development is allocating grants of up to $500,000 for Community Investment Vehicles and Worker Cooperatives in an effort to increase wealth in low and moderate-income neighborhoods.

Lawsuit seeks to restore Securing the Cities funding and prevent disruption of security efforts.

Airport Partners to ‘Build Better Together’ on $47 Million Investment in Airfield Technology, Safety Upgrades

The mixed-use development will bring 60 affordable units and two commercial spaces to the West Side.

The “Late Night Ball” series leverages public-private partnerships during high-risk evening hours on Memorial Day, Father's Day, July 4 and Labor Day weekends

Major infrastructure investment delivers safer streets, wider sidewalks and continued economic development along the Chicago Avenue corridor

New initiative addresses critical gaps in services for women returning from incarceration

After a year of work, more than 90 percent, or 96 of 107 recommendations, are actively underway or fully implemented.

New board will help guide critical investments in rental subsidies and affordable housing programs across Chicago

The cross-sector Working Group will deliver recommendations for long-term financial stability and smarter public investment.

The Johnson administration’s highlights from the past two years.

Veteran communicator and civic leader tapped to guide Chicago’s visitor and convention strategy

Data Shows How American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding is Promoting Equitable Recovery Across the City from the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Mayor’s investment will bring an estimated 3,000 workers closer to pay parity within the early learning workforce, benefiting 86 early learning providers across Chicago.

With the passage of Green Social Housing and construction milestones in South Shore and the Near North Side, the Johnson administration is spurring affordable housing across Chicago.

Velez brings almost 30 years of public safety experience on special operations and event coordination as a veteran of the Chicago Fire Department

Green Social Housing makes Chicago the first major city in the United States to implement this innovative model for developing permanent affordable housing.

McMurray brings both private and public sector experience to the role, leading the eighth busiest airport in the world.

New emergency transfer initiative in The People’s Plan for Community Safety helps survivors access safer housing without sacrificing stability

The Johnson administration joins cities, counties, union organizations, and non-profit groups in opposing the sweeping cuts by DOGE that are disrupting vital City services.

This Arbor Day marks a tree-planting milestone for the City, with over 60,000 new trees planted since 2022 and over 180,000 trees trimmed since 2023.

Grants will go towards small businesses, community centers, healthcare and childcare facilities, restaurants, and arts centers.

Mayor Johnson invites the residents to help create the first comprehensive study on reparations for Black Chicagoans

The Executive Order forms a working group of civic organizations, financial experts, labor organizations, local business leaders and elected officials to provide recommendations to the Mayor to address the City’s structural budget gaps and chart a path for fiscal sustainability.

Updates from yesterday's City Council meeting.

The ordinance aims to address the disproportionate pollution burden experienced by some Chicago communities.

Over 106k young Chicagoans served through employment, enrichment, and programming in 2024.

The State of Illinois, Cook County and City of Chicago progress toward unprecedented public funding goal for Community Violence Intervention services

Mayor Johnson and infrastructure leaders highlight the capital improvement projects funded by the 2025 General Obligation Capital Improvement bond program

The Mayor’s selection will be voted on in a special City Council meeting on April 7th

Framework aims to expand access to electric transportation and reduce emissions across Chicago

$47 million, two-building project replaces vacant City land

New program allows residents and businesses to settle ticket debt without late penalties or fees through June 30, 2025

Applications open April 1 via ChiBlockBuilder land sale portal

Mayor Johnson sat down with CNN's Audie Cornish to discuss the dismantling of the Department of Education, the impact of federal cuts on cities, and other critical issues facing Chicago.

An abrupt cancellation of $125 million in funding will affect many positions, agencies, and services from the city health department.