Patrick O'Connor

Ald. Patrick O'Connor defended the work done by the Lincoln Bend Chamber of Commerce.

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The racket caused by new runways has been deafening, Northwest Siders say.

Incumbents Ald. Pawar in the 47th and Ald. O'Connor in the 40th will face challengers in February.

Business interests argued against an increase in the minimum wage, while workers supported it.

The announcement came a day after a report showing complaints about jet noise soared from March to July.

Ald. Pat O'Connor (40th) said residents of his ward have been "struggling" to cope with jet noise.

Gen. Wesley Clark called it "good for economy, good for the environment and good for national security."

Ald. Patrick O'Connor said there was never any widespread City Council resistance to the reform.

The extra monitors will help city officials gather data about the new runway's effect on area residents.

As election season kicks off, some say there isn't enough oversight of fundraising by aldermen.

Aldermen, union members and community activists rejected the $13 recommendation by a mayoral task force.

The measure was sponsored by Alds. Mary O'Connor, Margaret Laurino, John Arena and Patrick O'Connor.

"I wish both parties would get together and resolve the issue," said Mayor Rahm Emanuel.

Ald. Pat O'Connor tabled a proposal allowing earlier Sunday liquor sales after City Council resistance.