Long-Stalled Push for Reparations in Chicago Moving Forward, Johnson Says – WTTW (Chicago)

Mayor Brandon Johnson Opens Applications for Chicago Reparations Task Force

Mayor Brandon Johnson has launched the application process for Chicago’s first Reparations Task Force, inviting residents to help shape a historic study addressing harm against Black communities. Apply by May 20, 2025.

Long-Stalled Push for Reparations in Chicago Moving Forward, Johnson Says – WTTW (Chicago)

The task force is funded with $500,000 from the city’s 2024 budget for the task force, marking the first time city officials set aside taxpayer dollars to do more than just promise to talk about what Chicago owes its Black residents as a result of the legacy of slavery and segregation. Task force members will be paid to serve for a year.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launches public application for reparations task force

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Wednesday announced a public application process to join the Windy City's reparations task force.