In today's newsletter, read about September's City Council meeting and upcoming construction on the Lake Street Bridge. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

L’Shanah Tovah! Wishing neighbors who celebrate Rosh Hashanah a joyful and sweet new year!

Wonderful morning at the West Loop Green City Market, starting with a Mary Bartelme Park Advisory Council Family Fun Day and closing with a great conversation with the @sierraclubchicago.bsky.social 34th Ward City Council Action team! ☀️

🚧This fall, Chicago's Dept. of Transportation will start rehabilitation work on the 109-year-old Lake Street Bascule Bridge. Join a meeting next Wednesday, Sep. 24th, to learn about the project. Information on how to register can be found in today's newsletter: app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Yesterday I joined Neighbors of West Loop to share a ‘State of the West Loop’ alongside my government partners, State Senator Lakesia Collins, State Reps. Jawaharial "Omar" Williams & Yolonda Morris, Commissioner Michael Scott, Jr., & 12th District CPD Commander Baier.

Bittersweet Pastry Shop is the sweetest new addition to the 34th Ward, bringing four decades of experience to their new location at 850 W Monroe! 🍰 Located across from Mary Bartelme Park, Bittersweet is a perfect stop for a decadent treat on your next trip to the park.

🏙️ I hope to see you on Wednesday, September 17th, at 6pm for this year's State of the West Loop! This is an opportunity to hear directly from local leaders about the work we're doing to support the West Loop. Register in advance: bit.ly/StateoftheWL2025

¡Feliz Día de la Independencia de México! 🇲🇽 Honored to march in the Little Village parade and celebrate with our vibrant Mexican community. Grateful to the Little Village Chamber of Commerce for showcasing incredible food, music, and culture. ¡Viva México!

Thrilled to celebrate the newest location of The Original Pancake House, now in the West Loop at 1124 W. Washington! 🥞☕️ Stop by to welcome them to the neighborhood and enjoy a cup of coffee or a delicious apple pancake!

In today's newsletter, read important updates about anticipated local traffic impacts for Mexican Independence Day gatherings. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Today, we honor the memories of those we lost on September 11, 2001, and remember the legacies and courage of the first responders.

There's plenty happening across the 34th Ward this weekend, including West Central Association's Madison Row Fest, The Chicago Loop's Sundays on State, and Printers Row Lit Fest! Learn more about these exciting local festivals in today's newsletter. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Happy Labor Day! While President Trump continues his attack on working people across the country, I’m proud to stand alongside @chicagolabor.bsky.social to protect the rights of hardworking Chicagoans who make our city stronger.

In today's newsletter, learn about ongoing efforts to improve public safety and an upcoming community meeting about the proposed 78 development. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Yesterday, I joined the Greektown SSA and West Central Association to cut the ribbon at Ithaki Estiatorio, Greektown’s newest restaurant that brings flavorful, authentic Greek food to 314 S. Halsted! 🇬🇷

🌎I am excited to share that I received a 100% 2025 Environmental Scorecard rating from @ilenviro.bsky.social! 🏆 I'm committed to working with my colleagues on City Council to fight climate change and protect our environment for future generations.

I joined my colleagues today at the opening of the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center's Experience360 at 360 N. State. This new location offers visitors a chance to learn about the horrors of the Holocaust through powerful, immersive exhibits. www.ilholocaustmuseum.org/experience360/

It was a humbling honor to meet Pope Leo & feel his kindness & calming presence. After delivering his prayer in flawless Latin, he still sounded like Father Bob from the South Side when we spoke! I asked him to keep Chicago in his prayers, he said he does! 🙏 www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/n...

The 35th year of the Taste of Greektown kicks off today (8/22) at 4pm! Learn more about this exciting celebration in the heart of Greektown, including local traffic impacts, in this week's newsletter. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

🏠Join County Clerk Gordon, Commissioner Scott, Jr., and me on Aug. 26 at 5pm at the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii (1224 W. Lexington) to learn how to prevent property fraud and avoid costly, time-consuming hurdles after a loved one's passing. Register today: cookcountyclerk.com/PAD082625

I kicked off the start of the school year this morning with Principal Leung at Chicago World Language Academy! It was great to welcome back students, parents, and educators ahead of an exciting new year at @chipubschools.bsky.social.

This morning at the Little Italy Festa, I was honored to recognize Father Richard Fragomeni of the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii with a proclamation celebrating his 50 years of service as a priest. He’s a treasure to the Little Italy community and Chicago.

Congrats to the team at Sit Stay Wash on their grand opening, bringing a fantastic self-serve dog spa to 847 W. Monroe! 🐶🐾

I hope to see you at a screening of 'Top Gun' with the Chicago Park District & the Mary Bartelme Park Advisory Council on Tuesday, August 19th! Read more about this movie in the park in today's newsletter: app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

In today's newsletter, read about Chicago's pension liability and safety on Roosevelt. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Looking forward to #NationalNightOut tomorrow (8/5) from 6pm-9pm at Navy Pier with the 1st, 12th, and 18th Chicago Police Districts! National Night Out brings together neighbors & local police officers to build positive relationships through fun programming for the whole family.

By my calculations, this adds ~$3.9B in unfunded pension liability to the City of Chicago. That’s the present value—the total payout is ~$11.8B between now and 2055. It’s a massive hit to our budget. 🧵 www.chicagobusiness.com/politics/pri...

In today's newsletter, read more about local impacts of Lollapalooza, including a temporary dog park and street and sidewalk closures. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Today, the Transportation Committee passed my resolution for data-driven enforcement of the @chicagocta.bsky.social smoking ban. Riders deserve clean & safe transit! Thanks to Unite Here Local 1 & @resphealth.bsky.social for speaking on this important public health issue.

Wonderful to march with Commissioner Arfa this morning in the Disability Pride Parade right here in the 34th Ward! This parade celebrates the identity & advocacy of people with disabilities. Thanks to the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities for working to make Chicago a more accessible city.

Great day at Green City Market at Mary Bartelme Park talking with constituents. Also fortunate to have potential future 27th Ward Alderman Walter R. Burnett join us!

Great joining South Loop Neighbors last night to talk public safety and infrastructure with Alderman Pat Dowell, Alderman Lamont Robinson, the Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection, and the Mayor's Office of Community Safety. Appreciate the thoughtful questions and engaged community.

It’s great to hear Mayor Johnson finally wants to address smoking on the CTA with... social workers, a PR campaign, & community meetings? Without data-driven enforcement of existing laws (like I called for last month), this public health issue will continue to impact riders.

Thanks to Commissioner Michael Scott, Jr. and his team for joining us at the Green City Market at Mary Bartelme Park today! He’s a great partner to collaborate with to connect our constituents with County resources.

It’s disappointing that negotiators haven’t been able to move this event off the July 4th weekend—especially given how NASCAR has provided Chicago the opportunity to shine on the world stage. www.chicagotribune.com/2025/07/18/n...

Congratulations to 1st District Commander David Harris on his well-deserved retirement after 29 years of service with the Chicago Police Department!

In today's newsletter, read about City Council and an upcoming community meeting: app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Yesterday, I recognized the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and the generations of Chicagoans who’ve proudly served to protect our freedom. Thank you to the leadership team of the U.S. Army’s Chicago Recruiting Battalion for joining us at City Council!

Great turnout for "Mean Girls" at Mary Bartelme Park last night for the Movies in the Parks series. Thank you to season platinum sponsor Comcast for supporting and to the Chicago Park District for setting this up.

The Chicago Board of Trade Museum is now open at 141 W. Jackson, commemorating the storied history of trading in Chicago! @chicagodpd.bsky.social This is a great addition as we rebuild our downtown as a place where folks can live, work, and visit. www.axios.com/local/chicag...

🎆 My team and I are wishing you all a happy and safe 4th of July. My office will be closed tomorrow and will reopen on July 7th. Read more about NASCAR impacts in today's newsletter. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

🏁With the NASCAR Chicago 2025 Street Race only a few days away, make sure you stay up to speed on sidewalk and street closures in the area. Please visit the Local Info page for complete information on traffic impacts and available detours. www.nascarchicago.com/local-info/

Was blessed to help carry the City’s pride flag at Chicago’s Pride Parade! As someone who grew up along the parade route in the early years, it’s always great to be back to celebrate our LGBTQ+ neighbors 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Say cheese! 🧀📸 It’s a perfect day to celebrate Cheese & Board, a brand new charcuterie shop at 948 W. Madison offering a variety of cheeses, spreads, and more!

Thanks to 12th District Police Officer Cruz for leading a field trip to City Hall with One Summer Chicago & Youth District Advisory Council participants to learn about resources offered by the City. It was great to hear from these bright young leaders about their visions for the future!

In today's newsletter, read about opportunities to meet with the 34th Ward team at farmers markets in the ward! app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

We need to be cutting red tape for businesses, not adding more, which is why I didn’t sign on to this ordinance.

My team spent the afternoon at Sheridan Park to kick off their Senior Summer Camp with a few rounds of bingo! We're looking forward to more exciting camp programming this summer. @chicagoparks.bsky.social

Chicago is under an Extreme Heat Warning from June 21st through June 23rd. Learn more about ways to keep yourselves and your neighbors safe during extreme weather in today's newsletter. app.indigov.com/pub/outreach...

Yesterday, with 28 of my colleagues, I called for permanent, experienced leadership to snuff out smoking on the CTA, increase ridership, & make it the safe, world-class system we deserve. The Mayor’s dishonesty about his search for a new president is way off track.