Ishan Daya was one of 20 appointees to Johnson’s new Chicago Fiscal Sustainability Working Group. His website identifies him as a community organizer focused on public safety and mental health.

Mayor Brandon Johnson emphasized again Tuesday he's done his part to try to keep the Bears in Chicago. Chicago Bears leadership recently told the mayor's office they have shifted their focus for a new stadium back to the massive Arlington Heights property the team purchased back in 2023,

Johnson invited youth leaders to speak at city hall to share what they want to see from city leaders on how to better support Chicago youth.

If the plan backed by Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling wins the endorsement of the City Council’s Public Safety Committee at the meeting set for 1 p.m. Tuesday, a final vote could take place as soon as Wednesday.