Choice of Holmes Comes at Tail End of Thorough, Transparent Process; Holmes in Line to Represent Seventh Ward at Next Council Meeting

Year of the Snake Off to a Great Start

Legislation Requires Minimum Sentences for Gun Crimes; State’s Attorney Issues Directive to Prosecutors to Seek Maximum Penalties Until Law is Passed

Recognition for Championing Naturalization; Creating Office of New Americans and Supporting the Passage of Driver's License for All

Expedited transfer process completed two weeks ahead of schedule, resulting in $10.2 million in additional savings for customers

Expedited transfer process completed two weeks ahead of schedule, resulting in $10.2 million in additional savings for customers

Discussion Includes Insights on Continued Ways to Strengthen Chicago through Embracing of Diversity

Proven Programs to Provide Summer Jobs and Guidance as an Alternative to Drugs, Gangs, and Violence

416 percent increase in fuel efficient vehicles just one year after passage; Number of wheelchair accessible vehicles doubles; Taxi ordinance meets Mayor Emanuel’s goals with newer, cleaner, safer and more accessible cabs in Chicago.