🧵 4 years ago, we started the work to bring a 100% affordable development to the heart of Lincoln Square. After countless hours working alongside community groups and government leaders, I'm so proud that we finally broke ground on 60+ new affordable homes at 4715 N Western!

Medical debt isn't an indicator of financial responsibility and shouldn't impact your ability to sign a lease. Disappointing but not surprising Trump sides with credit agencies over good policy. Chicago can help by forgiving years-old ambulance ride debt. https://t.co/rx3lV3eoJi

Evanston did it, and so can we. This week, I introduced legislation to do away with exorbitant move-in fees and fix our security deposit system. https://t.co/cBS0mcXVXv

It's common sense: carjacking victims shouldn't be on the hook for traffic tickets for their stolen vehicle. But that's been the City's policy. We should support victims, not add stress and cost. Today, my proposal to automatically dismiss these tickets passed in City Council.

We can't afford backsliding on air quality in Chicago. That means we need bold action that confronts the reality of climate change, including: 🚏Expand bus lines 🚆Rehab aging El infrastructure 🚶Safer streets for pedestrians and bikers 🔌More public EV chargers

City employees and cops participating in extremist groups could face discipline and firing under an ordinance proposed by Ald. @MattMartinChi. Meanwhile, the mayor's office is convening a working group to assess extremism in city gov't. https://t.co/P9J9skpqG3 w/ @TomSchuba

Last year, I was thrilled to work with @cta to extend the #9 Ashland bus route from Irving Park to the Ravenswood Metra Station. Ridership numbers are in, and this extension was a hit! In the first month alone, neighbors took more than 30,000 trips on this segment of the route.

Trans Day of Remembrance is a day to honor the lives of those lost to anti trans violence. It is a day to recommit ourselves to learning & preventing anti-transgender violence in Chicago and across the country. For resources & more information, visit:

Thanks to CDOT for completing construction of our newest green alley to address long-standing flooding issues between the 4000 blocks of Ashland and Paulina!

1/2: Chicago is the largest US city without publicly financed elections. Join @MattMartinChi @Ramirezfor12, @yancyforthe5th, and us for a Chicago Fair Elections Ordinance town hall to level the playing field. 📅 Sat, Nov. 23 ⏰ 12 – 2 pm 📍 https://t.co/jQZ5F4M4Se

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I talked to the 47th Ward's own Ben Joravsky about the upcoming election and more. If you're nervous about the election, do something about it. It's now or never. https://t.co/7abuS8KyTg

The formal 2025 City Budget Process is about to begin, and we want to hear from you. Join Ralph Martire from the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability and myself for an overview of the budget process. RSVP and share any questions you have here: https://t.co/J8eVEermq5

Today’s the first day of early voting! Today through Election Day, Welles Park and other early voting sites will open weekdays 9-6, Saturdays 9-5, and Sundays 10-4. Make yourself a vote plan and get a sticker!

Amazing day to join @LakeCountyDems1 to knock doors for my friends @Eric4LakeCounty and @Mariafor52IL! You won’t find two public servants more committed to strengthening our communities’ safety and protecting reproductive rights ✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼

For 117 years, the 9th precinct of the 47th Ward has been "dry." That means restaurants like family owned XOchimilco can't get a liquor license.  On 11/5, neighbors can vote "No" on continuing this prohibition and to support our small businesses. https://t.co/NEyf41b0JU

UPDATE: Aldermen will take a first vote on lowering Chicago's speed limit to 25 mph Monday. Pedestrian & Traffic Safety Committee to consider that + allowing folks to submit pics of illegal parking for tickets. If those pass, could face a final full council vote Tuesday. Agenda:

Ellen knows the challenges our public schools face because she’s seen them – as a teacher, a parent, and a family engagement specialist at CPS. We need someone with Ellen’s experience and willingness to work with everyone to solve the short- and long-term challenges facing CPS

I got to know Ellen when she chaired the LSC at her neighborhood school, Bell Elementary. I appreciated how she made sure every parent’s voice was heard, whether it was the annual budget process, prioritizing infrastructure improvements, or expanding STEM opportunities. (2)

I’m proud to support my friend @ellenforedu for District 2 School Board. She began her career teaching 3rd grade at Hartigan and Dulles on the South Side Being a teacher is tough – even more so when our public schools don’t have the resources they need. But Ellen got to work (1)

The affordable development in the heart of Lincoln Square at 4713 N. Western Ave, The Canvas at Leland Plaza, will accept applications starting 10/17. This brand-new affordable development will offer studios, 1-, and 2-bedrooms. Visit https://t.co/GgmAbvcD0i for info (1)