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The planned closing of Mercy Hospital underscores the dramatic loss of maternity services in Chicago over the past year — reflecting the failure of local government agencies to adequately fund critical services in vulnerable communities, advocates say.
Despite Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s agenda to curb unfair fees and fines, a little known program extracts millions in revenue annually from unpaid tickets, court fees and other debt from thousands of taxpayers without regard for their ability to pay.
The impact of the coronavirus on Latinx and Hispanic communities is likely underreported due to incomplete demographic data, authorities say.
With a federal review of the site resuming, the $5 million pledge underscores uncertainties about the Obama Foundation’s plans.
As legalization looms, Chicago’s Black Caucus voices concerns that the emerging recreational pot industry is rigged for white operators.
The mayor’s proposal to relieve congestion and boost public transportation will cost solo riders in affluent areas the most, but there are other, more progressive options.
The city is spending millions on creating jobs to clean up vacant lots and green public spaces in areas with high shooting rates, an approach backed by research on blight and crime.
The Woodlawn developer continued to land millions in public housing contracts despite his decades-long record of self-dealing and mismanagement.
Ald. Leslie Hairston’s recent comments highlight the disconnect between officials and community activists working for environmental equity.
Here’s everything you need to know about the latest developments and challenges to the Obama Presidential Center.