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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Some professional news ✨ I’m very excited to be part of the amazing team at the IL Justice Project which has been transformative in Illinois’ criminal justice reform space.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an executive order establishing “ICE-free zones.” Here’s an example of signage for the “ICE-free zones.” Johnson signed this new EO a few blocks away from where federal agents choked a Black man on the West Side.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

I'm facilitating a conversation tonight in collaboration with the IL Pretrial Justice Network about how Illinois is redefining community safety with Sen. Robert Peters and activist David Hogg. The event starts at 6 pm. Register here: bit.ly/Pushing4Pret...

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

During President Trump's presser this morning, he criticized states like Illinois that no longer have cash bail. Here's a statement from the IL Network for Pretrial Justice.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Today was also a well-deserved celebration for Craig Dellimore. He’s officially retired after 40+ years on the airwaves. A resolution was read in his honor, and the city named the radio side of the press corps office after him. I’m so appreciative of his work and generosity. 📸 : Vashon Mitchell

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Happening now: Mayor Brandon Johnson is hosting a presser ahead of today’s snap curfew vote. Johnson vetoed the snap curfew after the City Council approved it last month. Labor unions + community based orgs and alders standing w/ Johnson today.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Just in: Chicago City Council members voted 27-22 to allow the CPD superintendent to call a curfew with a 30-minute notice. However, there aren't enough "yes" votes to prevent Mayor Brandon Johnson from vetoing it. Johnson used his veto power last year against a ShotSpotter ordinance.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Today’s action is part of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition annual conference. Rev. Jesse Jackson joined the rally today.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Today, about 100 faith and civil rights leaders gathered outside the Target in the Loop to demand that the company recommit to its DEI practices. There’s been a national boycott of Target since January, and it has been called one of the most significant boycotts since the Montgomery bus boycott.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

The local National Lawyers Guild just shared a statement following yesterday's protest. They described the police response as "violent and aggressive." The group provided support for the 17 people who were arrested. Two are in police custody awaiting charges, but others were released.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

The DOJ via a letter says its investigation is based on comments Mayor Brandon Johnson made during an event at Apostolic Church on Sunday.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Here's a statement from the Mayor's Office in response to the DOJ announcing today that it will open an investigation to determine "whether Chicago is engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination based on race."

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

#journorequest I'm looking to speak with Black teens in Chicago. See below for details.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Today's public safety committee meeting isn't happening after all. Alders were expected to vote on a revised youth curfew ordinance. Ald. Brian Hopkins, called off the meeting because Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky is expected to make a big announcement this afternoon. h/t @jake-sheridan.bsky.social

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Happy Friday, Eve! I wrote today’s RESHAPE newsletter about a recent Poynter training I attended covering polarization and Christian nationalism. Want to read the full newsletter? Join the RESHAPE community today: thetriibe.com/product/resh...

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

I caught up with Anjanette Young, who has a new exhibit at the DuSable Museum. It’s a collection of artwork representing not only her experience with the police but that of other Black women and girls. thetriibe.com/2025/03/anja... 📸: @ash.thetriibe.com

Anjanette Young explains the inspiration behind one of the pieces of art included in her new exhibit.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Just in: City Council members voted 34-15 to approve a $280,000 settlement for Chicago organizer Miracle Boyd. A then-CPD officer assaulted Boyd during a 2020 protest in Grant Park.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

NEWS - The Chicago City Council finance committee voted 22-7 to approve GoodKids MadCity organizer Miracle Boyd's settlement. A CPD officer assaulted Boyd during a 2020 protest. Here she is speaking ahead of the vote.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Just in — Cook County Judge Carol Howard just ruled to overturn Tyrece Williams’ murder conviction. He’s now the 50th person to have their conviction overturned in a case tied to ex-CPD Det. Reynaldo Guevara. After the hearing, Williams told reporters that he was happy to have his name back.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

News: The Chicago Park District board just approved Carlos Ramirez-Rosa's appointment as superintendent.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

So just so y’all know I saw documents online related to the proposed amendment on Twitter. I apologize for the mistake I’m gonna delete the previous post and add just page one of signatures the other page looks like it’s inaccurate

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

A coalition of immigrant rights orgs and community resident packed the lobby of City Hall this morning. They are advocating against an amendment to the Welcoming City ordinances that if approved would allow CPD to cooperate w/ ICE.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

The Chicago City Council voted 27-23 to approve Mayor Johnson’s latest budget proposal.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

So I’m covering today’s City Council meeting. We had to evacuate the City Hall due to an electrical fire on the Cook County side of the building. It’s been about 45 mins and we’re not back inside yet

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Re: My last post. Here’s a breakdown of programs and services advocates like to see maintained. Nearly half of the $170 million from vacant CPD positions would eliminate the need for a $68 million property tax increase . See below to learn more Learn more: thetriibe.com/2024/12/fund...

A bulleted list of recommendations from community organizations to close the budget gap and invest in youth and public health.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Community groups propose streamlining the 1,000-plus vacant CPD positions to close the budget gap. The city proposes allocating $170 million in the 2025 budget. Instead, they argue that dollars from these vacancies could fund public health, youth jobs and the basic income program.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Advocates for the city’s guaranteed income program are speaking at City Hall. They are urging Mayor Brandon Johnson not to cut funding for the program in the 2025 budget. Gregory Chambers of IL Coalition to End Permanent Punishments is speaking below. Take a listen.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Come through for news night at Kiosk on 12/2. I’ll be there in conversation with other amazing journalists.

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Tonia Hill @toniahill.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Happy Friday, y’all! I touched on yesterday's vote on the proposed property tax increase + the police budget in today’s RESHAPE newsletter. Don’t miss these important insights—subscribe now: thetriibe.com/product/resh...

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