Young people 14 to 24 will return to paid in-person summer opportunities; applications close on June 2

Program to increase availability of healthy food in communities facing food insecurity while developing essential business skills and strategies for urban growers; Applications are live for Community Growers grant and technical assistance program

United Yards will include new and improved retail spaces, health clinic, brew pub and affordable housing options

New performance center and training fields will create economic opportunities, employment, recreational activities, and affordable housing resources for the community

The new Executive Order requires a bi-annual gender and racial pay equity audit of the City of Chicago workforce, complementing efforts like a nation-leading Gender Based Violence and workplace harassment training and expanded parental leave for all City employees starting in 2023

Under the agreement, funds will be used to bolster public health initiatives for youth and those impacted by smoking.

Estimated $78M will be available in Chicago for programs that address the opioid crisis

Miquel A. Lewis, Psy. D. joins the Board of Education with decades of experience over the course of their careers

Thousands of CPS students explore careers in architecture, STEM, engineering, construction trades, and related fields

The pilot program helps to close payment gaps for city contractors engaged in construction projects for three City of Chicago infrastructure departments

The $68 Million Project Will Leverage the Location’s Strengths in Freight and Logistics, Provide Community Innovation Space, and Bring Permanent Job Opportunities to the Community

Three-year planning endeavor establishes a citywide roadmap for equity and resiliency

City reforms background check policy for 2,500+ annual City of Chicago jobs, announces new RFP for reentry housing and employment navigation program, and ordinance to expand workplace anti-discrimination protections for individuals with prior convictions

First round of community development grant funding announced for 2023 will support expansion and new construction of local businesses, mixed use developments, and nonprofit organizations

Public community-based mental health services are now in every corner of the city, serving Chicagoans regardless of health insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay

The Vivery Idea Lab pilot is a collaboration between the Mayor’s Office of People with Disabilities, Community Safety Coordination Center, and the Thierer Family Foundation creating in-home delivery and technology solutions removing barriers to food access

S&P Global Ratings Upgrades Chicago Midway International Airport Revenue Bond Ratings to ‘A’ From ‘A-” Touting Strong Passenger Recovery

Regal Mile Studios Campus 1 submitted its application for entitlements in 2021 and is aiming to begin construction in 2023 for fall 2024 occupancy

As part of $10M initiative to foster vibrant, affordable communities connected to transit, City offers grant funding and technical assistance to community-led development projects

Second round of the $14.68M fund will provide up to 17,000 eligible domestic workers and undocumented Chicago residents with one-time, $500 relief payments

Upgraded terminal improves efficiency and enhances passenger experience with expanded gate capacity, amenity space, security checkpoints, and more

Center dedicated to CPD Commander Paul Bauer and CFD Firefighter MaShawn Plummer

Initiative to expand access to recovery plan opportunities for Chicago nonprofits

Phase 3B Incorporates New Construction of 92 Market-Rate Apartments, 80 Apartments for Chicago Housing Authority residents, and 50 Affordable/Workforce Apartments, plus Renovation of 184 Existing Affordable Apartments

The program represents the latest effort in Mayor Lightfoot’s commitment to addressing economic inequities through comprehensive Fines and Fees Reform

City of Chicago will offer its first planning and pre-development grants to community wealth building projects and offer critical technical assistance from new partner organizations

Winning names will be featured on one snowplow in each of Chicago’s snow districts

The City pays advance pension payment of $242M for the 2023 Budget year as part of a new fiscal responsibility policy that will prevent unfunded liabilities from growing

Chicagoans are invited to submit their nominations for Poet Laureate now through January 18

Climate Infrastructure Fund will offer grants to nonprofit organizations and small businesses to implement climate-focused strategies, prioritizing environmental justice communities

Pilot to provide financial support for gun violence victims and their families in five communities

A first in the Midwest, the new center will be operated by the Discovery Partners Institute

The awards luncheon will recognize City Employees who demonstrate ongoing dedication to serving residents across the 77 community neighborhoods

Community Members Conclude Selection Process and Underscore Abarca’s Passion for Public Service and Commitment to 12th Ward Community

In partnership with DSS, CDOT, CDPH, and Chicago Park District, new tree equity initiative planted largest number of trees in a year in Chicago

Chicago Recovery Plan funding will support restaurants, theaters, and service providers

The South Chicago streetscape improvement project is the second of 12 planned along priority INVEST South/West commercial corridors

City issues the first Request for Proposals (RFP) as part of new initiative to promote equitable development near transit under recovery efforts

‘Terminal Area Plan’ at center of investment strategy gets green light to proceed