The City Council on Monday advanced the mayor’s 2018 budget proposal, but not without some trepidation from aldermen.
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Chance the Rapper Scolds Chicago City Council
Grammy winner and Chicago native Chance the Rapper showed up at Wednesday’s City Council meeting to give aldermen—and Mayor Rahm Emanuel—a piece of his mind.
Mayor Weighs in on Alderman’s Association With President Trump
It’s Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the city of Chicago vs. Ald. Ed Burke and President Donald Trump, so to speak.
Proposed Legislation Targets Illinois Gun Retailers
President Donald Trump again says Chicago has the nation’s toughest gun laws. While that’s not true, local prosecutors and gun control advocates say it’s because of holes in the law that getting a gun here is so easy. Lawmakers are now considering tighter regulations in Illinois.
Local News Site DNAinfo Shuts Down
The local news websites DNAinfo Chicago and Chicagoist on Thursday ceased publication and abruptly shut down.
Joe Biden Sounds Alarm on Trump and Russia in Chicago Speech
Former Vice President Joe Biden weighs in on the current state of affairs and on the threat posed by Russia during a speech in Chicago. Is he laying the groundwork for 2020?
Former President Obama Kicks Off ‘Big Brainstorming Session’ in Chicago
Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are back home in Chicago to launch the inaugural Obama Foundation Summit.
Hillary Clinton Visits Chicago Amid Mueller Indictments
At a book signing in Winnetka, the former Democratic presidential candidate was asked for her response to Robert Mueller’s investigation. “I have a great chapter about Russia in here,” she said, holding up her book.
Tom Dart, Kim Foxx Warn County Against Steep Budget Cuts
With the repeal of the soda tax, Cook County officials are now searching for ways to erase a $200 million shortfall in next year’s county budget.
Sources Say Amazon Incentives in the Ballpark of $2 Billion
Chicago, Cook County and Illinois government are willing to shell out an incentive package worth around $2 billion in order to lure Amazon, according to two sources close to the bid process.
Cubs Season Ends With Humiliating NLCS Defeat
It was a merciless ending to a rough NLCS rematch against the Los Angeles Dodgers, who now advance to the World Series for the first time since 1988 after a 11-1 Game 5 victory.
Fee Hikes, New Spending in 2018 City Budget
Mayor Rahm Emanuel says city finances are finally “back on track” after years of fiscal uncertainty and poor credit ratings. But does the claim hold true?
Cubs Look to Get Hot at Home in NLCS Game 3
Down 0-2 to the Dodgers in the National League Championship series, the Cubs hope playing at the Friendly Confines will turn the team’s fortunes around.
Mayor Promises Tax Relief for Homeowners in 2018 City Budget Proposal
Some fee hikes and tax relief in the upcoming city budget. Mayor Rahm Emanuel is promising tax relief for homeowners as part of his 2018 city budget proposal.
Win or Go Home For Cubs vs. Nationals Game 5
Cubs fans are gathering outside Wrigley Field for Game 5. It’s not the packed scene we’ve seen for the last three nights, but a sizable crowd has congregated on the Wrigley Plaza to watch the game on the big screen.
Cubs Lose Water-Logged Game 4
The Cubs and Nationals finally got Game 4 in under a steady cold drizzle at Wrigley Field.
Cubs vs. Nationals Game 4 Postponed Until Wednesday
Fans had just enough time for a couple beers and hot dogs before Game 4 was postponed. “I think it’s terrible,” said one fan Tuesday afternoon.
Dramatic Victory Puts Cubs up 2-1 in NLDS
The Cubs win Game 3 against the Washington Nationals as a scoreless pitcher’s duel gives way to a dramatic finish.
Rep. Jeanne Ives Inching Closer to Run for Governor
The suburban lawmaker is considering getting in the race, citing her frustration with the governor's signing of HB40.
Emanuel Hints at Tax Relief in Latest Budget
Mayor Rahm Emanuel says city residents will have respite from the tax and fee increases that have socked them in recent years.
Report: Chicago Police Officers Gaming Overtime System
The inspector general calls it a “culture of abuse.” How he says police officers are gaming the system to collect millions in overtime pay.
City of Chicago Taking Equifax to Court
Mayor Rahm Emanuel says the city is suing consumer reporting agency Equifax after last month’s massive breach that exposed 143 million consumers to possible identity theft—including 5.4 million Illinoisans.
Obama Library Project Could Tap $100 Million in State Funds
Mayor Emanuel and state lawmakers are quietly hatching a plan to give $100 million in state money to the Obama Presidential Center. Is Illinois ready to pony up?
Leadership Change Facing Chicago Office of Police Accountability
A big change could be coming to the police accountability apparatus.
Wintrust Arena at McCormick Place Opens
The announcement of a new Chicago arena initially generated some controversy, but the sparkling new building is just about ready for its close-up. We get an exclusive look inside.
What the Graham-Cassidy Health Care Bill Would Mean for Illinois
GOP officials seem optimistic that the latest effort to repeal and replace Obamacare can succeed, but critics say it will kick millions off the insurance rolls and drastically spike premiums for those with pre-existing conditions. We discuss the bill.
