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Global opposition and political debate over data centers

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Latest: US City Councils Debate Data Center Moratoriums

Public opposition to large-scale data center development is increasing globally, driven by concerns regarding energy consumption, environmental impact, and rising resource costs. In the United States, resistance is inten

Cook County and Chicago fiscal year 2027 budget proposals

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Latest: Chicago Mayor Johnson releases FY27 budget proposal

In October 2026, local government leaders in the Chicago area introduced budget proposals for fiscal year 2027. Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle proposed a $9.69 billion balanced budget. The plan seeks to ad

Chicago municipal budget deficit dispute

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Latest: Chicago City Council approves parking meter sale and development funding

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced a projected $882.4 million budget deficit for the upcoming year, marking one of the city’s largest financial shortfalls in over twenty years. The deficit is attributed to rising pe