Chicago City Council

The long-awaited federal racketeering trial of Chicago Ald. Edward M. Burke (14th) has been set for November 2023, giving the city’s longest-serving City Council member an opportunity to seek reelection while facing federal criminal charges — again.

"You'll be told that the bus or train will arrive in five minutes, 10 minutes, and then it just never arrives."

Chicago aldermen are demanding answers and action after another grocery store has closed on the South Side.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot blocked a Chicago City Council majority from voting Wednesday to change the rules for automated speed cameras. It provoked a theatrical showdown on the floor with two frequent critics.

With temperatures topping the 100-degree mark for the second straight week, a City Council committee moved Tuesday to impose new cooling requirements on residential high-rises and senior citizen buildings.

Under a plan approved by the Chicago Finance Committee Tuesday afternoon, drivers wouldn't be ticketed unless they go at least 10 miles per hour over the posted speed limit.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Monday chose the sister of retired Ald. Michael Scott Jr. (24th) to replace her brother in the City Council despite the appearance of the nepotism that has long dominated Chicago politics.

“There should be some accountability with that. They should do something in exchange for that. Maybe an evaluation. Maybe, if needed, some behavioral help. Attending meetings or speaking with professionals. And also maybe some work, if you will. Not something major. But something to engage in the community while you’re getting this stipend,” said Mayoral challenger Roderick Sawyer .

Federal prosecutors say former Chicago Ald. Patrick Daley Thompson should go to prison for two years for cheating on his taxes and lying to federal regulators.