Neighborhood Heroes nonprofit

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces pressure to address a significant campaign contribution from rapper and Chicago native Lil Durk, following recent allegations linking the Grammy-nominated artist to a murder-for-hire plot. Johnson, who received a $150,000 donation from Lil Durk’s organization, is now deliberating whether to retain or return the funds.

The legal accusations against Lil Durk, whose real name is Durk Banks, have cast a shadow over the rapper’s public image. Despite the controversy, Mayor Johnson acknowledges Lil Durk's positive contributions to the. . .