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23rd Ward residents can get property tax appeals help in January
In-person appointments are limited. To make an appointment, call Tabares’ office at 773-582-4444 or email ward23@cityofchicago.org.
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City Council defies mayor, passes alternative budget
The Chicago City Council passed an alternative 2026 budget Saturday on a 30-19 vote that aldermen called a historic assertion of council independence.
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Tabares offers property tax help after bills surge for 23rd Ward residents
Ald. Silvana Tabares offered property tax assistance events after her office received a surge of calls over sky-high property tax increases.
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Johnson allocates $5 million for gunshot detection system
Mayor Brandon Johnson last year decommissioned the city’s Shotspotter gunshot detection system saying it was no more than a “walkie talkie on a stick.”
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Patty Garcia launches bid to succeed Chuy
Patty Garcia’s quick entry into the race as Chuy pulls out, leaving her as the sole Democrat on the ballot, is seen as controversial by some.
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Garcia cites health among reasons to retire from Congress
Four term U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia abruptly announced last week he would retire when his term ends in January 2027.
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Dore Elementary honors first responders on special day
Dore Elementary School celebrated the second annual First Responders Day on Oct. 28 honoring first responders in Clearing and Garfield Ridge.
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Shadow hearing exposes ICE crackdown toll on Chicago families
On Oct. 24, a shadow congressional hearing titled “Kidnapped and Disappeared: Trump’s Assault on Chicago” brought stories of trauma and disruption under ICE and Customs and Border Protection raids to the forefront.
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Southwest Side aldermen rip mayor’s 2026 budget for ignoring local needs
Southwest Side aldermen Marty Quinn, Silvana Tabares and Ray Lopez rip into Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed city budget.