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COVID spike feared as federal funding drains, pilots take the abortion battle to the skies and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot files for reelection

CHICAGO — Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot filed her petitions to run for a second term on Monday as Chicago’s election cycle enters a bare-knuckle period when candidates for local office try to knock each other off the ballot.

Chicago Tribune

Mayoral field swells to 11 with Lightfoot, Garcia, other late filers — but now battle begins to cut that number down

On the final day to file, Mayor Lori Lightfoot, U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García and three others all officially entered the mayoral race on Monday, joining six from last week. And now Chicago’s cutthroat game of petition challenges begins.

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O’Hare improvement plan prepared for takeoff — and right on time

If Chicago is to consider itself a world class city, having a travel-friendly, functional, showcase international airport is key.

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Partisan control of most of the country’s largest cities’ mayorships remains unchanged

Welcome to the Tuesday, November 22, Brew.

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And they’re off: Candidates line up Monday to begin filing to run in the 2023 Chicago mayor and City Council election

CHICAGO — Monday morning, the Chicago Board of Elections Loop Super Site filled up with a motley collection of political power players, good government enthusiasts, wannabes, optimists, has-beens, never-wases and other characters looking to stamp their ticket to City Hall for the next four years.

Chicago Tribune

Businessmen seek $5 million in TIF funding to install surveillance cameras in Fulton Market, Garfield Park

The ACLU of Illinois has repeatedly raised alarms about such cameras, warning last year that the city’s camera system “continues to operate without any regulation or privacy or regular public reporting.”

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O’Hare expansion cleared for takeoff

The project is expected to start with two new satellite concourses, which will “dramatically expand the airport’s ability to accommodate aircraft of all sizes,” Mayor Lori Lightfoot said. “This is a big deal for us.”

Chicago Sun-Times

Ald. Ray Lopez drops bid for Chicago mayor

The 15th Ward alderperson was the mayor’s first challenger. On Monday, the first day to file petitions, he became the first to end his campaign.

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Bike lanes must be places of safety

In a crowded city, motorists are tempted to see bike lanes as a handy place to stop. But it’s dangerous.

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Community investment needs to be a two-way street

The community needs to help make sure a store can be successful.

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Former Gov. Pat Quinn announces he will not run for Chicago mayor

Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn will pass on a run for Chicago mayor, closing the door on a long-shot bid for City Hall’s top job, he said Thursday.

Chicago Tribune

Skokie woman mourned after fatal crash with US Capitol rioter, Quinn skips mayor’s race and more in your Chicago news roundup

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Chicago Sun-Times

Former Gov. Pat Quinn to skip mayor’s race

Quinn, 73, says he wants to continue encouraging voters to petition their government via binding referendum, and he doesn’t believe he can do that and be mayor at the same time.

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City’s latest plan to rebuild South and West sides is admirable, but don’t forget the big picture

Promoting more housing options is a good move, but the public infrastructure that makes a city attractive — good schools, dependable public transit, a solution to crime — is also needed.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Come Home,’ Chicago says, in bid to bring people back to city via program to develop thousands of vacant lots

Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s plan is to spur “in-fill development” on 5,600 city-owned vacant lots in Invest South/West communities to stop Brown and Black families from leaving Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times

Veterans Day ceremony at Soldier Field offers resounding: Thank you for your service

“We’re well known now, us World War II vets, because there’s so few of us left. It’s very rewarding being here. I really enjoy this. A little old corporal like me,” said Bob Holbach, 98.

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Pilsen residents deserve to breathe easy after latest environmental scare

The EPA and Sims Metal must sort out the problems with air quality monitors so Pilsen residents get the vital and accurate air quality information to which they are entitled.

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US Rep. Jesus 'Chuy' Garcia running for mayor of Chicago

U.S. Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia is joining a crowded field of candidates hoping to unseat Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot

Chicago Sun-Times

Chuy’s in: Garcia makes another run for mayor of Chicago

“Folks know me,” the 66-year-old Garcia told the Sun-Times. “They know what I’ve done.” In 2015, Garcia, now a Democratic congressman, forced then-Mayor Rahm Emanuel into Chicago’s first mayoral runoff election.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mayoral allies move to put 3 advisory referendums on Feb. 28 ballot

Chicago mayors and their City Council allies routinely put innocuous referendums on the ballot to keep off more controversial questions.

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Chicago’s budget now supports more mental health services, right in the neighborhood

The increase in city funding under Mayor Lori Lightfoot has helped create a mental health network that is serving more patients than ever.

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City Council approves Lightfoot’s budget, a general election voting guide and more in your Chicago news roundup

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City Council approves Lightfoot’s $16.4 billion budget by 32-18 vote

The vote was closer than many expected and tighter than last year’s 35-15 cakewalk, which included a $76.5 million increase in the city’s property tax levy.

Chicago Sun-Times

Build the memorial to victims of Burge-era police torture

Cities and nations around the world have installed monuments that acknowledge horrific abuses of the past and call on newer generations to stand up against them in the future. It’s time for Chicago to get this done.

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