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  1. 44 minutes ago

    's team helped spread the word about WISDOM at a health fair hosted by ! 's Healthy Chicago 2.0 initiative aims to advance health equity across Chicago by bridging service gaps & addressing disparities in health outcomes.

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  2. We're committed to ensuring our workers are guaranteed the rights & protections afforded to them by our landmark labor laws w/new wage theft protections, expansion of Chicago’s Paid Sick Leave law, & additional worker protections as part of the Chi Biz Strong Initiative.

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  3. Chicago has & will always be a city made by workers & for workers. We will never stop fighting for the world-class protections they deserve. Our office of Labor Standards recouped nearly $1M for Chicago’s workers through 2 recent major settlements for paid sick leave violations.

    This is a group photo of Mayor Lightfoot, Alderwoman Susan Sadlowski, Commissioner Rosa Escareno, Director of Labor Standards Andy Fox, Financial Secretary Treasurer Beth Zavala and others who attend the press conference.
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  4. 6 hours ago

    continues fighting to protect workers. Office of Labor Standards has recouped nearly $1M for Chicago's workers. La alcaldesa continúa luchando para proteger a los trabajadores. Oficina de Estándares Laborales ha recuperado casi $1 millón para los trabajadores.

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  5. 5 hours ago

    The city's new "Tech Launchpad" will help close the tech industry’s equity gaps and is an investment in Chicago's future.

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  6. ASK DR. ARWADY: Have questions about ? from the Chicago Department of Public Health is answering your questions live right now.

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  7. There’s no shortage of local food, art, and fun at the Daley Plaza Farmer’s Market. Stop by every Thursday from 7 am – 2 pm and support our local vendors.

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  8. ✅ Get vaccinated! If you are not Fully Vaccinated, you will still need a negative test. ✅ Bring your vaccine card or proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours. ✅ Do not attend if you have symptoms of COVID-19 even if you have been vaccinated.

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  9. Folks, starts today. We want you to have fun, but please keep all rules and requirements in mind and continue to . More information on how to do so at .

    The header on this graphic reads "Taking COVID-19 seriously at Lollapalooza "It then reads "Before the Event: Get vaccinated! If you are not Fully Vaccinated, you will still need a negative test. Bring your vaccine card or proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours. Do not attend if you have symptoms of COVID-19 even if you have been vaccinated." FIND YOUR VACCINE AT chicago.gov/covidvax
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  10. Elm 551 @ Parkside is part of an ongoing initiative to revitalize the former location of the Cabrini-Green homes. The effort increases our city's supply of affordable housing & safe housing for all residents.

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  11. On behalf of Chicago's immigrant communities, I am urging Congress to deliver a path to citizenship for the millions of immigrants who are an integral part of our city and nation. Congress must act now to deliver a path to citizenship.

    This graphic reads "BREAKING: Mayors From Cities Across The U.S. Urge Congress To Deliver A Path To Citizenship #WeAreHome." This graphic also features a group of protesters holding a sign that reads "We need a pathway to citizenship now. Fast for Freedom. #WeAreHome #WeAreEssential"
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  12. COVID cases are rising in Chicago. Of these cases, 97% are coming from residents who aren’t vaccinated. from the Delta variant by taking these steps: ✅ Get vaxxed ✅ Wear a mask if you or others around you are unvaxxed ✅ Wash your hands often

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  13. The Mayor’s Youth Commission is an incredible resource to my office and the city. On August 14, they’ll explore creative ways to revitalize our city post-pandemic.

    This graphic reads: Save the Date! Mayor’s Youth Commission Summit August 14th. Details to Come. The graphic includes a logo that reads: Mayor’s Youth Commission.
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  14. The My CHI. My Future. Summer Kickback series is providing safe programming for teens in 15 communities on the South and West sides. The next event is this Friday! To learn more, visit

    This graphic says “Summer Kickback Series, FOR TEENS, BY TEENS EVENTS.” Followed by a list of Chicago neighborhoods: AUBURN GRESHAM, AUSTIN, BACK OF THE YARDS, CHICAGO LAWN, EAST GARFIELD PARK, ENGLEWOOD, GREATER GRAND CROSSING, HUMBOLDT PARK, LITTLE VILLAGE, NORTH LAWNDALE, ROSELAND, SOUTH SHORE, WEST ENGLEWOOD, WEST GARFEILD PARK, WEST PULLMAN.
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  15. Additionally, we're giving everyone in the household that gets vaccinated a $25 Visa gift card. We want to keep all Chicagoans safe. Learn more,

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  16. Folks, the best way to stay healthy is to get vaccinated. Our At Home program is extending hours & doubling appointment capacity.

    This graphic says, “everyone 65 and older, as well as anyone age 12 and older living with a disability in Chicago. Family members and caretakers can also be vaccinated at the same time as a qualifying at-home person. Call 312-746-4835 to schedule an appointment for in-home vaccination.”
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  17. With steady increases in COVID cases across the United States, there are now 14 states and one territory on our travel advisory, effective today. The states/territories in orange have all surpassed the mark of 15 cases per day per 100,000 residents.

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  18. WATCH LIVE: Officials from the Chicago Department of Public Health discuss expansion of the City’s in-home vaccination program and provide an update on the COVID-19 vaccine response.

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  19. ¿Tienes preguntas acerca el ? La Dra. Geraldine Luna, Directora Médica del Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago, responde a preguntas en vivo por Facebook. Envia tus preguntas usando  

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  20. Your Tuesday lunch plans should start and end with . Every Tuesday through August, enjoy music and food in front of the Board of Trade building on LaSalle Street.

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