Security deposit regulations overreached. So now Chicago is stuck with worse “move-in fees.”
Editorial: Security deposits for renters are fairer than exploding move-in fees
Category: Opinion
Jonathan Zimmerman: Shaming Bill Maher and Saquon Barkley will backfire on the Democrats
If I wanted Donald Trump and his MAGA acolytes to thrive in the 2026 midterm elections, I’d cancel Bill Maher and Saquon Barkley.
Editorial: A big Canadian developer just says no to Chicago political extortion
Approval of a sprawling River West apartment complex that would create 490 affordable units is being delayed by union demands.
Heidi Stevens: Trump has treated the country as his stage. But Americans are not extras in their own life stories
One thing that doesn’t fit neatly in the Trump narrative is thousands upon thousands of fed up Americans flooding the streets in protest.
Letters: Democrats are upset over Pete Hegseth’s security lapses. Did they forget Afghanistan?
Instead of these constant snipes and attacks, wouldn’t it be nice if the Democrats actually offered some constructive suggestions?
Lissette Castañeda: Chicago is working in concrete ways to make homes affordable to more people
As Chicago faces the realities of disinvestment and displacement, we must act to ensure every resident has access to affordable housing.
Editorial: New state loan program for college students misses the real crisis
Another loan program provides access to college financing, but it isn’t going to do anything to tackle the high – and growing – cost of attending college in Illinois.
Editorial: Springfield should help Chicago despite Mayor Johnson’s past missteps
Mayor Brandon Johnson traveled to Springfield Tuesday carrying a set of budget requests far more modest than last year.
Rep. Kam Buckner: The RTA is running ads while riders and legislators are running out of patience
People don’t want a $750,000 ad campaign from the RTA. They want more buses that arrive on time and trains that feel safe.
Laura Washington: Donald Trump achieves a notorious distinction in his first 100 days
At this point, President Donald Trump has the lowest approval of any president in the past 80 years.