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A day with Chicago migrants and the people trying to help them

As of last week, more than 770 people were staying in police stations in Chicago and three dozen were at O’Hare Airport, waiting for a spot in shelters already housing more than 5,260 people.

Chicago Sun-Times

High school classrooms are transformed into ‘welcome center’ for migrant families in West Town, Humboldt Park

A new pilot program from Chicago Public Schools will provide additional support to newly arrived immigrant families while enrolling their children in classes.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cops deserve 12 weeks of paid parental leave, just like teachers

It is only fair to offer the same parental leave option for police officers at a time when it is difficult to recruit and retain them.

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As progressives gather in Chicago, Brandon Johnson’s election and state’s social policies celebrated

Brandon Johnson’s election as mayor and Illinois’ enactment of liberalized social policies under Gov. J.B. Pritzker served as rallying points for the three-day Netroots Nation conference, the largest national gathering of progressives and a precursor to next year’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Chicago Tribune

Progressives press Chicago mayor over pledge to end controversial policing tool

Brandon Johnson vowed to drop controversial gunshot detection system but approved a $10m payment for contractor ShotSpotter

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Jesse Jackson to retire as head of civil rights organization Rainbow PUSH

The long-time civil rights leader is stepping down from the organization he founded in 1971. Jackson, who will turn 82 in October, has remained active in civil rights despite health setbacks.

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Worst American city for pensions confronts a $35 billion crisis

One of Brandon Johnson’s first moves as Chicago mayor was to buy himself time to address the city’s biggest financial problem: the more than $35 billion owed to its pension funds.

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Rick Heidner, Illinois video gambling mogul, and his wife owe $5 million in income tax, IRS says

The Heidners didn’t contest that they owe $5,083,274 in personal federal income taxes from 2021. They say it will all be paid off “by the end of August.”

Chicago Sun-Times

59 days till Bengals season opener: Every player to wear No. 59 for Cincinnati

A look through Bengals history at the No. 59.

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3 finalists picked for job of Chicago police superintendent

A civilian commission narrowed the field to Angel Novalez, Shon Barnes and Larry Snelling. Mayor Brandon Johnson now has 30 days to either choose one or reject them all and order the panel to launch another search.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago mayor to get names of 3 finalists for top cop Thursday, will have 30 days to make pivotal appointment

Larry Snelling, Chicago police counterterrorism chief, and Angel Novalez, chief of constitutional policing and reform, are seen as favorites to make the top three.

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Chicago has plenty of social problems. Data analysis is the way to solve them.

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s team has the perfect opportunity to improve the lives of Chicagoans by using what the corporate sector has long relied on to drive strategy: data analytics.

Chicago Sun-Times

One of stars of Lightfoot’s cabinet moving on

Housing Commissioner Marisa Novara said she decided when she took the $189,996-a-year job to work at a “four-year pace.” The time has run out. Her resignation takes effect on July 28.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago police union vows court fight after mayor rejects demand for 12 weeks of paid parental leave

Chicago police already have a “significant and robust” leave policy — the ability to 365 days off every two years, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s senior adviser Jason Lee said.

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Mayor Johnson’s transition report inspires — but sidesteps how to pay for it all

Without reforming the city’s finances, the proposed new initiatives will be hard to realize. History shows City Hall’s judgment quickly goes south when it fears Chicago’s coffers are running low.

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Once targeted for demolition, Lincoln Square motel slated to be ‘stabilization housing’

A City Council committee OKs plan to buy the Diplomat Motel for $2.9 million and use its 40 rooms to help people with mental health and substance abuse issues.

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Chicago probes sex misconduct allegation against officers involving migrant living at police station

Chicago’s police oversight agency says it's investigating sexual misconduct allegations against officers involving a migrant who was living in a police station after arriving in the city

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Picture Chicago: 28 must-see photos from the week in news

A record-setting storm caused widespread flash flooding and delayed the inaugural NASCAR event in Chicago; thousands gathered for the one-year anniversary of the Highland Park Fourth of July parade mass shooting; and more from Sun-Times photographers.

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Chicago probes sex misconduct allegation against officers involving migrant living at police station

Chicago’s police oversight agency says it's investigating sexual misconduct allegations against officers involving a migrant who was living in a police station after arriving in the city

Chicago Sun-Times

Johnson unveils ‘blueprint to transform’ Chicago, revealing ‘how we will govern’

The mayor called the 223-page document the “foundation for how we will lead our city well into the future.” It’s loaded with ambitious, politically explosive ideas.

Chicago Tribune

Slow start or cautious rollout? Chicago mayor unveils transition report, fills key posts later than predecessors

CHICAGO -- Days before he was sworn in as Chicago’s mayor in 2011, Rahm Emanuel unveiled a series of goals from his transition team, including plans for the first 100 days.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lookingglass and other theaters are in crisis. For the show to go on, City Hall must lead the way.

Theaters throughout Chicago are as critical to the city as sports, politics, restaurants and architecture. Mayor Brandon Johnson and the city’s movers and shakers have work to make sure they thrive.

Chicago Sun-Times

Brandon Johnson replaces most of Chicago Board of Education

The new board will have a different feel than in past years when consultants, lawyers and bankers filled many of the seven seats. Only one of Johnson’s appointees is a lawyer, and she runs a legal aid organization.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago’s pension crisis worsens with investment losses

Losses from the market downturn were offset somewhat by taxes on sales, transactions, restaurants and amusements, the 2022 financial report from Deloitte & Touche says.

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‘Hyde Park is back’ at annual ‘4th on 53rd Parade’ on South Side, Brandon Johnson’s first as mayor

An estimated 5,000 people attended the Hyde Park tradition that dates back to 1992. The festivities included a battle of the bands between two rival high schools.

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