Editorial: Death of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s head tax should lead to negotiations with unions

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s corporate head tax is dead whether he admits it or not. It’s time to talk concessions with unions ...

Finance Committee votes down Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2026 tax plan, putting budget in limbo

Mayor Brandon Johnson's $16.6 billion spending plan for 2026 was dealt a major blow on Monday, as a key City Council ...

Mayor Johnson pauses budget talks after head tax rejection as alders weigh new options

Mayor Brandon Johnson has called for a two-week pause in the budget making process after his proposed corporate head tax was ...

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s head tax plan defeated in council committee vote

Monday’s defeat is a clear signal the mayor’s $21-per-employee monthly tax on larger companies is in danger of not getting the council support it needs.
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City Council rejects key component of Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2026 budget

Mayor Brandon Johnson's $16.6 billion spending plan for 2026 was dealt a major blow on Monday, as a key City Council ...

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget plan facing big challenge at City Hall as it goes before Finance and Budget committees

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget plan faces its first major challenge at City Hall on Monday, as the mayor holds firm to his ...
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Mayor Brandon Johnson: Arsonist tried to set fire at Chicago City Hall

An arsonist attempted to start a fire at City Hall late Friday night, Mayor Brandon Johnson said Monday. The blaze went out ...