Chicago’s taxpayers deserve a thorough and honest assessment of what’s at stake over Mayor Brandon Johnson’s plan to borrow ...

"We made critical investments that the people of Chicago have been calling for." He stressed that the budget includes no property tax increase and no cuts to jobs or city services. But he said he ...

Taxes on real estate property are a significant factor in determining the return on a Lakeview investment property in Chicago. Though increases can hurt free cash flow, people who know about Chicago’s ...

“Chicago has to keep up with inflation ... Johnson first proposed closing the city’s budget gap with a $300 million property tax increase. Aldermen quickly shot down the idea and then rejected two ...

Announcement mentions relief for south suburbs Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announced the filing of a new bill in the ...

Come July 1, Illinoisans can expect to pay more at the grocery store checkout line and if that’s not challenging enough, the gas tax in Illinois will increase ... by cutting taxes on everyday ...

Currently, Chicago homeowners collectively shoulder 51% of property taxes and commercial 49% ... and businesses’ share of the burden will increase by the assessor’s accounting.

From left, city attorney Timothy Chambers and Mayor Arline Chapman listen to Porterdale resident Heather Leon's remarks during a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase Monday ...