In the Trump White House, environmental justice is deemed "illegal" and polluters are invited to ask for exemptions from the law.

Approval of a sprawling River West apartment complex that would create 490 affordable units is being delayed by union demands ...

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson stopped by WBEZ’s studios on May 1, 2025 to answer Chicago residents’ questions.

The mayor of Chicago is pushing for a progressive income tax in Illinois, even though a recent economic report says it would ...

Johnson, the city's top official, will join WBEZ live for “Ask the Mayor.” It’s your chance to ask him questions about what ...

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson advocates for Illinois to eliminate the state's flat income tax for a progressive income tax.