Mayor Brandon Johnson looks to place a moratorium on AI data centers

News ClipWGN Radio 720·Chicago, Cook County, IL·8/12/2026

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is reportedly looking to implement a moratorium on AI data centers within the city. This proposal indicates a potential pause or restriction on the development of new data center facilities that specialize in artificial intelligence. The move suggests a governmental effort to address the growth of the AI data center industry.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson looks to place a moratorium on AI data centers  WGN Radio 720