Chicago’s ‘ICE On Notice’ Executive Order and Upcoming Events
Chicago, IL — February 1, 2026 — Mayor Brandon Johnson signs ‘ICE On Notice’ executive order; upcoming events include Chicago Auto Show and Theatre Week.
Mayor Johnson Signs ‘ICE On Notice’ Executive Order
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed Executive Order 2026-01, directing the Chicago Police Department to investigate and document alleged illegal activities by federal immigration agents. The order aims to hold federal agents accountable for any misconduct within the city. Mayor Johnson stated, “With today’s order, we are putting ICE on notice in our city. Chicago is leading the way as the first city to create infrastructure for holding ICE and CBP agents accountable for crimes against our communities.”
Upcoming Events in Chicago
Several notable events are scheduled for February 2026:
Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show, the largest car show in North America, will be held at McCormick Place from February 7 to 16. The event will showcase the latest developments in cars, trucks, electric vehicles, and concept cars, featuring interactive installations and test drives.
Chicago Theatre Week
Running from February 5 to 15, Chicago Theatre Week offers discounted tickets to performances across the city, including major venues like the Goodman Theatre and Steppenwolf Theatre, as well as smaller spaces such as Raven Theatre.
West Loop Wedding Walk
On February 1, couples can tour 12 premier event venues in the West Loop, enjoy food and drinks, and meet over 200 vendors. Transportation between venues will be provided, with an afterparty at Salvage One hosted by Bluewater Kings.
