Brandon Johnson won't force the city's unions to help solve the budget crisis, but they should anywayEven without mayoral leadership, Chicago will need union concessions to help solve its budget crisis.Chicago Tribune2d agoWhole story →EconomyBrandon Johnson
Mayor Brandon Johnson launches property tax relief programChicago is launching a property tax program setting aside $500,000 to pay for debt relief for households in three South Side neighborhoods.Chicago Tribune2d agoWhole story →EconomyBuildBrandon Johnsonchicago property tax relief launch
Facing another budget crisis, Brandon Johnson offers a campaign document rather than solutionsMayor Brandon Johnson's 2027 budget is more fiscally and economically reckless than any of his budgets to date. And that's saying something.Chicago Tribune3d agoWhole story →Brandon Johnson
Chicago city budget includes $285 million for CPSMayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed city budget includes $285 million for Chicago Public Schools — only half of what the district received last year.Chicago Tribune3d agoWhole story →EconomyEducationBrandon Johnsonchicago city budget proposal
Mayor Brandon Johnson budget speech pitches his fourth budget planMayor Brandon Johnson told aldermen Wednesday it's imperative to invest in Chicago's future generation in the next budget.Chicago Tribune3d agoWhole story →EconomyBuildBrandon Johnsonchicago budget proposal
Mayor Brandon Johnson campaign fundraising trails challengersLast quarter Mayor Brandon Johnson pulled in one of the lowest fundraising hauls out of the declared 2027 mayoral field.Chicago Tribune8d agoWhole story →GovernmentBrandon Johnsonchicago mayoral campaign finance
Mayor Brandon Johnson declares reelection campaignChicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Sunday he will seek a second term, ending speculation over his plans.Chicago Tribune1mo agoSources (2)Whole story →GovernmentEducationBrandon Johnsonchicago mayoral reelection campaign
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to release 2027 budget with new taxesThe address comes five months ahead of the next Chicago mayoral election, with Johnson running for a second term amid a crowded field of candidates.NBC 5 Chicago3d agoWhole story →GovernmentEconomyBrandon Johnson
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson kicks off reelection bidChicago Mayor Brandon Johnson formally announced plans to seek reelection on Sunday, ending months of speculation.NBC 5 Chicago1mo agoWhole story →JusticeGovernmentBrandon Johnsonchicago mayoral election
Brandon Johnson to Seek Second Term as Mayor of ChicagoDespite low popularity ratings, Mr. Johnson said he wanted to double down on his progressive agenda and focus on improving life for working-class residents.The New York Times1mo agoSources (2)Whole story →GovernmentEconomyBrandon Johnsonchicago mayoral election
Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for taxes on big corporationsMayor Brandon Johnson on Tuesday again argued large corporations must pay more taxes to help Chicago balance its books.Chicago Tribune11d agoWhole story →EconomyBrandon Johnsonchicago budget proposal
Mayor Brandon Johnson exploits AIPAC for his campaignMayor Brandon Johnson finds it easier to drum up support by drawing on the politics of division and hate.Chicago Tribune1mo agoWhole story →GovernmentBrandon Johnsonchicago mayoral campaign
Aldermen warn Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson against head taxA majority of City Council members came out Monday in opposition to Mayor Brandon Johnson taking another go at a corporate employee head tax in the upcoming 2027 budget.Chicago Tribune26d agoWhole story →EconomyBrandon Johnsonchicago budget proposal
