Tensions boiled over at City Hall when some City Council members tried but failed to kill a motion to accept a $20 million appropriation from the state that would go toward housing migrants, stating their displeasure with outgoing Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s administration’s handling of the situation. Meanwhile a band of residents are welcoming the migrants, creating a plan to help them integrate into their community.
EAST CHICAGO — Resilient might be one of the best words to describe East Chicago Central High School senior Arely Aguilar, who was recently presented with a plaque by the
The Lilly Endowment Scholarship winner said her parents divorced when she was 7 years old and her mother left the family. Arely said she became the caretaker of her home
Black clergy, who often carry significant influence with African American voters, say it’s time for a Black mayor. But several told IBJ they want to hear more about the candidates' priorities and ideas before making any endorsements.