Roderick Sawyer

Aldermen pushing for a $15-an-hour minimum wage fear the state could cap it instead at $10.10.

Backers claimed the support of a majority in the City Council and asked the mayor to "step up."

Local elected officials are expected to discuss community issues with Englewood residents.

The nonprofit organization plans to host a aldermanic forum in January for Chatham residents.

Ald. Roderick Sawyer (6th) said State Street needs a project to bring more businesses to the area.

Neighborhood groups joined aldermen in calling for day care for all Chicago children.

"We can’t wait any longer," said one McDonald's worker.

The community gathering outside his ward office in Chatham will feature barbecue and music.

City Council progressives called for additional funding for mental health at a committee hearing.

The Englewood Back-To-School Parade is returning on Aug. 23 after a two-year hiatus.

The James Russell Sims Jazz Trio will perform Thursday at Flecks Coffee House & Cafe in Chatham.

Starting Aug. 1, 6th Ward residents will be able to meet with their alderman outside his ward office.

Flecks Coffee House & Cafe is not only family-owned but a favorite eatery of Ald. Roderick Sawyer (6th).

Bucket boys and others say they make hundreds of dollars a week and have no plans on leaving.

Jane Neil Elementary School teacher Valerie Hardy will be working on behalf of her disabled students.