Justin Laurence is a Politics Reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business. He covers a range of topics including elections, government, and public policy, with a focus on urban design, development, and transportation issues. Justin's work has been featured in Block Club Chicago, Crain's Chicago Business, and the Indianapolis Business Journal.
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Justin Laurence focuses on local government and politics in Chicago, Illinois. His coverage heavily emphasizes legal proceedings and government announcements related to city council activities. To effectively reach out to him, pitch stories that involve exclusive insights or breaking news related to ongoing trials, local political controversies, or legislative developments within the Chicago area. Additionally, offering expert analysis from individuals with a deep understanding of local politics and legal processes may increase the chances of being featured in his articles.
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Hatcher has been serving as acting corporation counsel since Oct. 1, when Mary Richardson-Lowry retired
By: Justin Laurence
The failed veto override comes a week before Johnson unveils his plan to close a $882 million 2027 budget gap
By: Justin Laurence
The mayor has been unable to replace board members who supported Pettigrew or had their terms expire
By: Justin Laurence
Mayor Brandon Johnson is struggling in fundraising, but plans to file "far above" the 12,500 signature threshold to make the ballot
By: Justin Laurence
Mayor Brandon Johnson had all three SEIU locals in 2023, but they broke from his coalition after he took office
The corporate head tax is sure to spark a fight with a City Council majority coalition that approved the 2026 budget over the mayor's objection.
By: Justin Laurence
Chicago aldermen say a $75 million parking meter windfall must fund an extra pension payment, potentially blowing a hole in Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2027 budget.
By: Justin Laurence
Johnson’s proposal doubles as his re-election message as he campaigns not only against a crowded mayoral field, but a majority of the City Council he has battled.
By: Justin Laurence
The mayor's revised corporate head tax, a hike in the city's lease tax and $480 million in proposed borrowing received the most pushback in a City Council hearing today.
Chicago aldermen plan a vote to redirect $75 million in parking meter deal proceeds from Mayor Brandon Johnson's 2027 budget to a 2026 pension payment.
