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Want To Weigh In On Rahm's Budget Plan Before It Passes? Here's How

The town hall will take place from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Malcolm X City College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd.

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Fight Climate Change Through City Investments, Aldermen Urge

Thirty-nine aldermen have endorsed a plan to pull city pension funds from fossil fuel companies.

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Sposato Leaves Progressive Caucus Citing Health, Group's Immigration Focus

Ald. Nicholas Sposato (38th) voted against the creation of a legal defense fund for immigrants.

Council Set To Condemn Hate Speech, Violence Against Muslims, Immigrants

The measure is also being considered by cities across the nation.

Progressives Seek To 'Protect' Residents From 'Inevitable' Tax Increase

Proposals to raise taxes are meant to "protect Chicago taxpayers' pockets," said Ald. Scott Waguespack.

Aldermanic Turnover Higher Than Usual ... For Better or Worse?

Political watchers think fresh faces on City Council could be a sign of progress and productivity.

In 5 Wards, Chicago Voters Reject Old Guard Aldermen

Several incumbent aldermen lost Tuesday, shaking up the City Council.

Rahm's $13 Minimum Wage Plan Speeds to City Council

The City Council votes at a "special meeting" Tuesday to raise it to $13 an hour over five years.

Pensions Should Be Honored, Paid For Say Council Progressives

The Progressive Reform Caucus urged creation of a pension panel to identify "new sources of revenue."

Top Stories

Downtown Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well

And, no, they're not called Roosevelt and State.

Humboldt Park Humboldt Park's Puerto Rican Evacuee Welcome Center Opens Today

For most of November, it'll be open two days a week, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays.

Roseland Police Hiring Process Discriminates Against Blacks, Latinos: Ald. Beale

Data shows that while more blacks and Latinos applied to the CPD, most new officers are white.

Wicker Park Trek Bike Shop Coming To Milwaukee Avenue's 'Hipster Highway,' Bid Shows

The nation's largest bike maker is soliciting bids for a retail build-out at 1647 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Downtown Ald. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing

Cochran was given CPR by 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O'Connor, taken to Northwestern hospital.

Chinatown Pistol Whipping of Sisters In Chinatown Part Of Larger Crime Spree: Police

The violent robbery could be connected to four other robberies in the area, police said.

The Loop 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago

We looked at the data behind thousands of cellphones reported stolen in Chicago since January 2016.

Dunning Drunken-Driving Victim Hopes Cop Charged With DUI Gets Probation: Court

Erin Mowry, 42, could be convicted of aggravated DUI for the July 2015 crash.

West Pullman Man Shoots Himself In Penis During West Pullman Robbery, Prosecutors Say

Terrion Pouncy, 19, was still hospitalized Thursday following surgery.

Logan Square Landlord M. Fishman's Move To Evict Logan Square Tenants Sparks Protest

The eviction notices "caught many families unprepared," activists said.

Noble Square Million Dollar Town Houses On Wicker, Noble Square Border Launch Pre-Sales

"The reception has been outstanding. We've had lots of interest and excitement," the listing agent said.

O'Hare Traveling For Thanksgiving? Midway, O'Hare Among Most Delayed Busy Airports

About 20 percent of O'Hare and Midway flights for Thanksgiving get delayed, according to a new report.