Mental health activists and patients descended upon the Chicago Department of Public Health and the mayor’s office to demand the North River Mental Health Center…
Mental Health Patients Demand a Doctor
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Housing An Option For Repurposing Closed CPS Schools?
Some Chicago Public Schools, which fell victim to school closures, are being recommended for re-purposing for low income housing; but arguments suggest this plan won’t benefit these…
New Military Academy for Logan Square
Despite the complaints of Logan Square residents, teachers and students, Ald. Roberto Maldonado (26th) and Mayor Rahm Emanuel made the unpopular decision to turn Ames…
Jesus “Chuy” Garcia at University of Illinois-Chicago
During one of his first appearances since he announced plans to run for mayor, Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-Chicago) shared his concerns for the city including…
A mayoral challenger from Austin throws hat in ring
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Aldermen Call for More Cops in City Budget
Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s 2014 budget proposal makes “a significant investment in the education, health and safety” of its neighborhoods, but at least two aldermen…
Aldermen Tackle Public Health Budget
In response to Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s proposed 2014 fiscal budget, Aldermen Tuesday questioned the city’s health commissioner about the department’s past performance and future plans.…
Dearborn Bike Lanes Update at One Month
About one month ago, Mayor Rahm Emanuel dedicated the new Dearborn Bike lane. The new lane has a northbound and southbound bike lane, and traffic lights especially for cyclists. How is the new lane working out for winter bikers and others?