Our team is constantly inspired by the leadership and sense of community demonstrated across the Far Northwest Side, especially by […]
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LaPointe Leads Coalition to Secure Funding for Older Adult Shelter on Far Northwest Side in 30th Ward
In response to the lack of resources and support for neighbors experiencing homelessness on the Far Northwest Side of Chicago, […]
Representative LaPointe Speaks Out on ICE’s Departure from Chicagoland & Continued Support to Vulnerable Neighbors
Despite recent news of federal immigration agents’ departure from Chicago, families and community members are still reeling from the pain […]
2025 Post-Veto Session Town Hall
On December 3rd, Representative LaPointe and Senator Martwick hosted a virtual town hall to discuss this past fall’s veto session. […]
Virtual Town Hall: October 3rd
This fall’s veto session brought many important pieces of legislation through the General Assembly that will significantly impact our community, […]
Mental Health & Policing – the Present and Future
People with mental health issues are overrepresented in the criminal justice system and street level police are often the first […]
Illinois House committee discuses legalizing ‘magic mushrooms’ for medical purposes
CHICAGO (WGEM) – Illinois lawmakers are looking for new ways to help people struggling with behavioral health issues in the […]
LaPointe Passes Dignity in Pay Act, Prioritizes Disability Rights & Uplifting Workers
CHICAGO – Working towards full opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities, State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, supported transformative legislation during […]
Coalition Demands Immediate Cold Weather Emergency Actions for Chicago’s Unhoused
PRESS ADVISORY CONTACT INFORMATION: GetinTouch@extremeweatherplannerschicago.com November 21, 2024 CHICAGO – With winter’s arrival bringing snow and wind chills below 32°F, […]
2024 Enviro Town Hall with Illinois Environmental Organizations
On August 26, 2024, our office teamed up with representatives from the Illinois Environmental Council, Sierra Club, and the Nature […]
