Together with the Chicago Department of Planning and Development, Mayor Johnson is delivering $1.9 million to fund capital improvements at 14 small businesses.

Youth employed through the Safe Spaces program will present on their experience this summer and participate in an awards ceremony honoring their work hosting safe and fun events in their neighborhoods.

More than 8 million travelers passed through O’Hare in June 2025—the airport’s second-busiest month on record.

CPS is partnering with CTU to grow the Sustainable School Model from 20 to 36 schools in the 2025-26 School Year.

The report shows both progress and areas of opportunity for making large Chicago buildings more energy efficient.

Green brings more than 25 years of executive experience spanning nonprofit, state, and federal systems, most recently serving as Regional Administrator for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families.

The report includes a comprehensive analysis of revenue collections, department expenditures, grant funding, and workforce trends.

Mayor Johnson announced initiatives and investments this week to make Chicago the most accessible big city in the United States.

CHA is partnering with the Michaels Organization to deliver 42 affordable units and 10 market rate units at a new development at the former site of the Robert Taylor Homes in Bronzeville.

The Department of Family and Support Services is allocating $40 million in grants to seven shelters, funding high impact capital improvement projects to create healthier, safer, less congregate, and more accessible facilities that will serve a wide range of populations, including families with children, unaccompanied youth, adult single women and men, and returning citizens.

The order directs City Departments to work with Sister Agencies to take immediate action to increase public safety and eliminate smoking on CTA trains.

This July, MOPD is convening Chicago’s disability community to celebrate 35 years of the ADA, honor community and employment partners, and spotlight disabled artists.

Citywide hate crime incidents fall 25%, but spike in anti-Jewish and anti-gay crimes prompts urgent action.

The City and its partners highlighted efforts to build resistance to extreme heat and climate change in neighborhoods that are most at risk, while honoring the lives of those we lost.

Patterson brings over 15 years of experience leading strategic initiatives and managing large-scale government operations, most recently as Chief of Staff at the Cook County Public Defender’s Office.

Visionary Ventures is partnering with Full Circle Communities to offer high-quality, affordable housing for Chicago’s Native American residents with 45 units of 100% affordable housing on the Northwest Side.

More than 28k young people placed as additional spots continue to be filled, representing a 40% increase since Mayor Johnson took office.

Tax revenues and earnings overperformed budget expectations while prudent financial management saved taxpayers $217M in FY24 and advance pension payments are expected to save taxpayers more than $3B in the long-term.

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