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
Pedro Martinez
Chicago
Oct 10, 2024
Chicago Public Schools wants funds normally given to developers
Wants nearly $1 billion from tax-increment financing districts to cover budget shortfall
Chicago
Oct 29, 2024
Mayor floats property-tax increase to cover budget shortfall
Brandon Johnson’s budget proposal steers clear of union layoffs and instead leans on property tax increases and surplus funds from TIF districts