Mayor Johnson dismisses rival budget plan ahead of year-end vote

With Chicago’s budget deadline weeks away, Mayor Brandon Johnson is flatly rejecting an alternative spending plan advanced by several aldermen.

Mayor Johnson dismisses rival budget plan ahead of year-end vote
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With Chicago’s budget deadline weeks away, Mayor Brandon Johnson is flatly rejecting an alternative spending plan advanced by several aldermen.

CPS to pay $17.5M to former student in school abuse case | ChicagoLIVE
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Attorney Bryce Hensley joins us to discuss the landmark $17.5 million settlement for a former CPS student abused by a school dean. | A live look at what happened today, what’s happening now, and what’s coming tonight—no script, just real news.

Turn in a gun, get $100 at CPD event
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Glen Brooks from the Chicago Police Department previews Saturday's gun turn-in event.

Chicago Board of Education OKs $17.5M settlement in ex-dean's sexual abuse case

The Chicago Board of Education approved a $17.5 million settlement just hours before the trial of a sexual abuse case involving a former Chicago Public Schools dean.

Negative wind chills to hit Chicago: OEMC outlines safety tips, warming center options | ChicagoLIVE
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Cold temperatures with negative wind chills tonight through Friday morning. The city of Chicago reminds residents to be prepared for cold weather and utilize city services and resources. Matthew Doughtie, Manager of Emergency Management Services for OEMC, joins Chicago Live.

Limit on hemp sales in Chicago one step closer to becoming law

A Chicago City Council committee voted to advance a ban on some hemp sales in the city during a meeting on Wednesday.

Chicago alders present alternative to mayor's budget plan | The Chicago Report
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Some members of the Chicago City Council presented their own budget proposal to counter Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan as the city tries to close a $1.1 billion deficit.

Naperville contractor dies after train strikes snow-removal equipment, officials say

A city contractor died Monday evening after a freight train struck the snow-removal equipment he was operating at the Naperville Metra station, officials said.