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Melissa Conyears-Ervin is pictured in a campaign photo. (Credit: Campaign photo)

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin Fined $60K for Violating Ethics Ordinance

The board found Conyears-Ervin committed 12 total violations of Chicago’s Governmental Ethics Ordinance for violating her fiduciary duty to the city, for the unauthorized use of city property and prohibited political activity.

Former Illinois House Michael Madigan leaves the Dirksen Courthouse on Jan. 3, 2024. (WTTW News)

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Bribery Statute at Heart of Michael Madigan Trial

(WTTW News)

Chicago Police Lieutenant Who Failed to Investigate Sergeant Accused of Sexual Assault for 5 Years Should Be Fired, Watchdog Says

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, April 10, 2024 - Full Show

Apr 10, 2024 | WTTW News
Community members gather outside the 11th District police headquarters on April 9, 2024, hours after video of the fatal police shooting of Dexter Reed was released. (Heather Cherone / WTTW News)

Community Calls for Change, Accountability After Video Released in Fatal Police Shooting of Dexter Reed

Apr 10, 2024 | Paul Caine
Chicago Police Department Headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan Ave. (Michael Izquierdo / WTTW News)

When Can Chicago Police Officers Use Force? Here’s What to Know

Apr 10, 2024 | Heather Cherone
(Karolina Grabowska / Pixabay)

EPA Sets New Rule on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water. What Does It Mean for Chicago?

Apr 10, 2024 | Patty Wetli
Tensions rose between protesters and police during a protest at the 11th District police station on April 9, 2024, following the release of video of the fatal police shooting of Dexter Reed. (WTTW News)

Brother of Dexter Reed Arrested at Protest Following Release of Traffic Stop Videos Showing Fatal Police Shooting

Apr 10, 2024 | Matt Masterson
State Sen. Ann Gillespie, D-Arlington Heights, speaking at an event in 2023. Gillespie was recently named acting director of the Illinois Department of Insurance. (Capitol News Illinois)

Pritzker Names State Sen. Ann Gillespie New Head of Illinois’ Insurance Oversight Agency

Apr 10, 2024 | Peter Hancock — Capitol News Illinois
(WTTW News)

CPS Local School Council Elections Underway This Week

Apr 10, 2024 | Matt Masterson
(WTTW News)

Key City Panel Advances Measure to Keep E-Scooters Speeding Through Chicago’s Streets

Apr 10, 2024 | Heather Cherone
A southbound CTA Red Line train is pictured in a file photo. (WTTW News)

CTA Says Red Line Extension a ‘Top Priority’ for Biden Administration, on Track to Begin Construction Next Year

Apr 10, 2024 | Nick Blumberg
Imani at Montrose Beach, April 2023. (Matthew Dolkart)

First Great Lakes Piping Plover Returns to Michigan, Watch Is On for Chicago

Apr 10, 2024 | Patty Wetli
Chicago police officers surround an SUV driven by Dexter Reed moments before shots are fired on March 21, 2024. (Civilian Office of Police Accountability)

4 Chicago Police Officers Fired at Dexter Reed 96 Times in 41 Seconds After He Shot Officer in Arm: COPA

COPA calls for officers to be relieved of police powers during investigation

Apr 9, 2024 | Matt Masterson

April 9, 2024 - Full Show

Apr 9, 2024 | WTTW News
COPA Chief Administrator Andrea Kersten appears on “Chicago Tonight” on April 9, 2024. (WTTW News)

COPA Chief Raises Concerns About Why Police Pulled Over Dexter Reed Before Deadly Shooting

Apr 9, 2024 | Matt Masterson
An image from Expo Chicago 2023. (Credit: Justin Barbin)

Our Picks for the Must-See Expo Chicago Events Hitting Town This Week

Apr 9, 2024 | Angel Idowu
(David Gray / Bloomberg / Getty Images via CNN Newsource)

Gold Prices Hit Record Highs. What’s Behind the Surge?

Apr 9, 2024 | CNN
Arizona Supreme Court Justices from left; William G. Montgomery, John R Lopez IV, Vice Chief Justice Ann A. Scott Timmer, Chief Justice Robert M. Brutinel, Clint Bolick and James Beene listen to oral arguments on April 20, 2021, in Phoenix. (AP Photo / Matt York, File)

Arizona Can Enforce an 1864 Law Criminalizing Nearly All Abortions, Court Says

Apr 9, 2024 | Associated Press
Former President Donald Trump pumps his fist as he arrives for a GOP fundraiser, Saturday, April 6, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla. (AP Photo / Lynne Sladky)

Appeals Court Rejects Donald Trump’s Latest Attempt to Delay April 15 Hush Money Criminal Trial

Apr 9, 2024 | Associated Press
(Patty Wetli / WTTW News)

Here’s Where to Recycle Those Eclipse Glasses (Or You Can Save Them for 2099)

Apr 9, 2024 | Patty Wetli
Paris Schutz (WTTW News)

April 8, 2024 - Full Show

Apr 8, 2024 | WTTW News
(Nicole Cardos / WTTW News)

Hundreds Watch Solar Eclipse at Triton College in Western Suburbs

Apr 8, 2024 | Nicole Cardos
Joe Walsh, left, and Fred Guttenberg appear on “Chicago Tonight” on April 8, 2024. (WTTW News)

‘Two Dads Defending Democracy’ Tour Aims to Highlight Importance of Having Conversations Across Political Divides

Apr 8, 2024 | Eunice Alpasan
(WTTW News)

Former Gov. Quinn Wants Voters to Weigh In on Stadiums: ‘It’s Better to First Ask the Taxpayers’

Apr 8, 2024 | Emily Soto
Hundreds of people gather at the Adler Planetarium to view the eclipse on April 8, 2024. (WTTW News)

Hundreds Come Out to View Solar Eclipse at Adler Planetarium

Apr 8, 2024 | Joanna Hernandez
The moon partially covers the sun during a total solar eclipse, as seen from Eagle Pass, Texas, Monday, April 8, 2024. (AP Photo / Eric Gay)

A Total Solar Eclipse Races Across North America as Clouds Part Along Totality

Apr 8, 2024 | Associated Press
(WTTW News)

Johnson Misses Deadline to Nominate Permanent Chicago Police Oversight Board

Apr 8, 2024 | Heather Cherone
Leighton Criminal Court Building (Michael Izquierdo / WTTW News)

Chicago Man Exonerated in 2013 Murder After New Medical Evidence Helps Prove Innocence

Apr 8, 2024 | Matt Masterson
President Joe Biden, center, arrives on Air Force One at Dane County Regional Airport for an event on student loan debt at Madison College, Monday, April 8, 2024, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo / Evan Vucci)

Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing’ Student Loan Relief in Wisconsin Ahead of Chicago Campaign Event

Apr 8, 2024 | Associated Press
Karen Yarbrough (WTTW News)

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough Dies at 73

Apr 8, 2024 | WTTW News
The 2017 solar eclipse. (Credit: NASA)

Watch Live: NASA Livestream of Solar Eclipse Sweeping Across the US

Apr 8, 2024 | WTTW News
(Michael Izquierdo / WTTW News)

2 People Killed in Shootings Across Chicago Over Weekend: Police

Apr 8, 2024 | Matt Masterson
Protesters and police officers wearing riot gear have a standoff near Daley Plaza on Saturday, May 30, 2020. (Evan Garcia / WTTW News)

Reform Groups Say CPD’s Plan to Handle Protests Around DNC Violates First Amendment, Consent Decree

Apr 8, 2024 | Heather Cherone
A city of Chicago outfall at the Wild Mile floating wetland installation on the North Branch of the Chicago River. (Patty Wetli / WTTW News)

‘Watershed’ Moment for Chicago River System as Tougher Rules Take Effect for City’s Sewer Discharges

Apr 6, 2024 | Patty Wetli