Mayor's Press Releases
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May 17, 2022Mayor Lightfoot, Chicago Public Schools, City, State, and Community Leaders Break Ground on a New Athletic Field at Farragut Career Academy High SchoolImprovements include a new turf soccer field, basketball court, scoreboard, and goalposts, in addition to building repairs and new classrooms
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May 11, 2022
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May 9, 2022Mayor Lightfoot Announces a ‘Justice For All Pledge’ Centering on Equity and AccessThe pledge is supported by a $500,000 investment from the Chicago Department of Public Health, which will support transportation; lodging; safe and necessary reproductive, obstetric, and gynecological care; and follow up services
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May 5, 2022
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May 5, 2022Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot Announces Bally’s at Tribune Publishing Center as Selected Proposal for Chicago’s Sole Casino LicenseDevelopment to generate more than 3,000 construction jobs annually and 3,000 permanent operational jobs and create a world-class entertainment destination
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May 4, 2022Mayor Lightfoot Launches Chicago Digital Equity CouncilNew community-driven council seeks to dismantle the digital divide and increase access to internet citywide
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May 3, 2022Mayor Lightfoot Launches Chicagwa Water BrandThe new brand highlights Chicago’s access to Lake Michigan’s supply of water, the importance of water infrastructure, and the work of local artists
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May 2, 2022Mayor Lightfoot Announces 26 New Finalists for Community Development GrantsCity funding will support $138 million in neighborhood investments