Chicago
Oct 23, 2025
Johnson’s $1B TIF sweep sparks aldermanic revolt over schools “bailout”
Mayor’s record surplus plan for development funds faces backlash for draining cash from neighborhood projects
Nicole Lee
Chicago
Dec 3, 2025
Watchdog warns Chicago’s $1B tax surplus budget sweep creates long-term costs
Civic Federation’s report noted Johnson’s record surplus props up budgets, while starving neighborhood projects
Chicago
Jul 14, 2025
Property tax hike “likely” as Chicago’s $1B budget gap widens
Alderman Nicole Lee warned of painful fall negotiations