CBS 2 looks into how much Chicago is spending on newly arrived migrants
The city public data portal suggests that between September and the present, the administration of Mayor Brandon Johnson paid $53.9 million to support the crisis.
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The city public data portal suggests that between September and the present, the administration of Mayor Brandon Johnson paid $53.9 million to support the crisis.
Mayor Brandon Johnson on Thursday rolled out his highly-anticipated public safety plan, outlining a strategy spearheaded by the city's new Office of Community Safety.
There had been plans for two winterized tent camps for asylum seekers.
On Tuesday, Gov. JB Pritzker scrapped the City of Chicago's plans to build a migrant camp in Brighton Park, citing serious environmental concerns at the site.
On Tuesday, Gov. JB Pritzker scrapped the City of Chicago's plans to build a migrant camp in Brighton Park, citing serious environmental concerns at the site. So, how did this all come to be? CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye looked into the relationship between the governor and Mayor Brandon Johnson, and what's next for migrants in the city.
On Tuesday, Gov. JB Pritzker scrapped the City of Chicago's plans to build a migrant camp in Brighton Park, citing serious environmental concerns at the site. So, how did this all come to be? CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye looked into the relationship between the governor and Mayor Brandon Johnson, and what's next for migrants in the city.
John Zayas, associate pastor at Grace and Peace Church in Austin said the goal is to start sending buses to police stations on Wednesday.
The money from the state will be used to set up a new migrant intake center, help fund the city's plan for tent camps, and to provide support services for asylum seekers.
"I am grateful that the county and the state have heard our advocacy – their commitment to fund this mission," Johnson said.
The City Council approved the budget despite concerns from some alderpersons that it earmarks only $150 million to fund assistance for migrants in 2024, while the city is currently spending $40 million a month on asylum seekers.
If confirmed by the City Council, Ige would become the first Black woman to lead CDPH on a permanent basis.
Johnson joined mayors from Denver, Houston, and Los Angeles who are all pushing for more federal funding.
Some aldermen are questioning whether Chicago should remain a sanctuary city, while City Hall is tight-lipped reports that there are plans to house migrants at the old Museum of Broadcast Communications. CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye reports.
Ald. Brendan Reilly accused Mayor Brandon Johnson of "dishonesty by omission; and total disregard for public transparency" regarding possible use of the site to house asylum seekers.
A growing chorus from members of Chicago’s City Council is calling for a more comprehensive approach to the growing migrant crisis In the city. CBS 2 Political Reporter Chris Tye erports.
Supporters have said the plan would create $100 million in new annual revenue to boost Chicago's efforts to fight homelessness.
Mayor Johnson and other senior aides will stay in Chicago as they continue to work to find more shelter space for thousands of newly arrived migrants in Chicago.
Ald. Chris Taliaferro (29th) said the city is exploring the possible use of a vacant residential building nearby.
The civil rights icon is turning 82 years old on Sunday.
Mayor Brandon Johnson and other local leaders will be in attendance.
Pilsen was set to open Chicago's newest migrant shelter with another 10 busloads of asylum seekers expected to arrive in the city on Tuesday. This comes as Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. JB Pritzker put pressure on the White House for help. CBS 2's Sara Machi took a look at the new shelter on South Halsted and the mounting tension between political leaders.
Last summer, the mayor's signature approved giving over $10 million more to ShotSpotter.
During a news conference, Mayor Johnson said he has been in touch with the White House and state officials for nearly 20 weeks – asking for aid and help with coordination.
Pilsen was set to open Chicago's newest migrant shelter with another 10 busloads of asylum seekers expected to arrive in the city on Tuesday. This comes as Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. JB Pritzker put pressure on the White House for help. CBS 2's Sara Machi took a look at the new shelter on South Halsted and the mounting tension between political leaders.
Late Wednesday night, we were there as adults and small children stepped off one of the buses, and greeted with blankets.
