Office of the Mayor

Universal Pre-K for Chicago

Early education is a necessity for every child. Mayor Rahm Emanuel unveiled plans to implement universal, full-day pre-kindergarten for 4-year-olds, rolling out over the next four years and prioritizing communities most in need.

By 2021, pre-kindergarten will be universal for all 4-year-olds in Chicago. Learn more.

2019 City Budget Approved

City Council passed Mayor Emanuel's 2019 city budget, which expands youth investments, builds on public safety reforms, and bolsters the neighborhood services that residents expect.

The Mayor’s proposal contains no new taxes and reflects the fiscal discipline and strategic investments needed to build a brighter future for years to come. Find out more about the 2019 city budget.

News Releases
Other City Updates

Dec 10, 2018

Mayor Emanuel Interviews Beer Writer Josh Noel on "Chicago Stories"
Dec 10, 2018

Mayor Emanuel and the James Beard Foundation Announce Awards Ceremony to be Held in Chicago Through 2027
Dec 9, 2018

Statement From Mayor Emanuel On The Election Of Harold Baine’s And Lee Smith To The Baseball Hall Of Fame
Dec 9, 2018

City Cracks Down On Outlaw Party Buses, Sustains Reductions In Violent Crime
Dec 6, 2018

CPS Earns Spot on AP Honor Roll for Sixth Consecutive Year
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Chicago Stories Podcast

Subscribe to "Chicago Stories" on Apple Podcasts
Every week, Mayor Emanuel invites local Chicagoans and guests to join him at City Hall to share his or her Chicago story.

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and Soundcloud. Tweet using #ChiStories to suggest guest ideas and share your feedback.