Ford, By The Hand to Host Annual Bike Across Chicago this Saturday

Jun 1, 2023 | Ford

CHICAGO – As part of his efforts to uplift area youth, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, will join By The Hand Club For Kids’ annual Bike Across Chicago fundraiser this Saturday – a 50-mile bicycle ride across Chicago’s south and west sides to raise money for...

Ford Effort Eliminates World War II Veteran Property Taxes

May 30, 2023 | Ford

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Homeowners who are World War II veterans will no longer have to pay property taxes under a plan pushed by state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, that was included in a recently passed property tax reform package.“We should cherish and respect our...

Ford Backs Budget Plan, Emphasizes Investments to Support Education

May 30, 2023 | Ford

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, supported a state budget plan Saturday that makes historic investments in education from early childhood through college. “This is a good budget that understands the importance of creating opportunity for our...

Ford Encourages Residents to Give Blood, Help those in Need

Apr 21, 2023 | Ford

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, took a moment Thursday during a busy session week in Springfield to make a blood donation and is encouraging residents back home to do the same. “A single donation can save three lives,” Ford said. “But...