New community-driven council seeks to dismantle the digital divide and increase access to internet citywide

The new brand highlights Chicago’s access to Lake Michigan’s supply of water, the importance of water infrastructure, and the work of local artists

City funding will support $138 million in neighborhood investments

Chicago will plant 75,000 trees, equitably doubling tree planting compared to the previous year

For first time in 14 years, Chicago has new community-informed plan to mitigate climate-change impacts and position Chicago as a job-creator and economic leader in new economy

Second annual award ceremony will honor individuals and organizations who have made extraordinary contributions to Chicago’s residents

The $60 million dollar food production facility will create 50 jobs and retain 200 on the Southwest Side

On April 14, motorists can enroll in the Clear Path Relief (CPR) Pilot program, which offers drivers in debt a chance at compliance and economic opportunity. In addition, all residents will be able to take advantage of a “fix-it” defense for expired sticker violations.

Lottery applications for monthly cash assistance to 5,000 low-income, COVID-impacted residents to be open from April 25 to May 13

Seven-story building, part of the Mayor’s INVEST South/West initiative, features a wellness center, a library, and an activity room for independent seniors

Mayor Lightfoot Partners with Early Childcare Providers and Northern Illinois University on Chicago Early Childhood Integrated Data System

Young People Will Return to Paid In-person Summer Opportunities

City launches a week-long series of events and days of service to keep youth engaged during spring break

Reception, musical entertainment, speakers, and award presentations on April 12th will honor the contributions of Mayor Washington to the City of Chicago

Three scooter companies to receive two-year electric scooter permits through program approved by Council in 2021 . CDOT and Lyft will launch first-in-the-nation docked electric scooters with 1,000 scooters integrated into the Divvy system beginning this Spring

Mayor’s vision highlights network of trails that will connect to transit, housing, and parks citywide, creating new outdoor assets and catalytic community investment, as well as more than $15 million in funding to advance key trails and green corridor projects

Chicago Moves will provide financial assistance for transportation expenses for 150,000 Chicagoans through $150 physical prepaid gas cards for up to 50,000 drivers and $50 prepaid transit cards for up to 100,000 riders.

Appointment Comes at Conclusion of Selection Process Led by Community Members

Bally’s Tribune, Hard Rock Chicago, and Rivers 78 to progress in the casino selection process

Approximately 3,000 High Schoolers and Middle Schoolers Meet Labor Unions and 50 + Skilled Trades Exhibitors

New Campaign Will Welcome Travelers Ahead of Busy Spring and Summer Season

Lynn Osmond, Chicago Architecture Center CEO, tapped as head of city’s official destination marketing organization

More officers, security guards to patrol trains, buses and stations

The City will host six community safety town halls in an effort to further engage community leaders and refine violence reduction strategy

“Chicago shows again that it has the brains and the will to establish a vision and the muscle to carry it out.” – Site Selection magazine

On 2-Year Anniversary of Mayor’s Solutions Towards Ending Poverty Summit, City of Chicago Announce Monthly Cash Assistance Program and New Fines and Fees Program for April

New Alderman to be introduced at the March City Council meeting

Rapid decrease in key metrics allow for easing of mitigation measures