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Chicago Casino Approved By City Council After Screaming Match Between Mayor, Alderman
After a heated vote, the $1.7 billion casino planned for the Tribune Publishing site now goes to the state's gaming board for final approval. Here's what it will look like.
Lightfoot Accuses Pilsen Alderman Of ‘Blatant Lies’ After Mayor’s Allies Block Ordinance To Downzone St. Adalbert Church
Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez has been working to downzone the church site, saying the community needs more input in the development process. But a similar effort by the area's previous alderman cost the city millions.
Police Officers Should Get Signing Bonus, Housing Help So Chicago Can Fix Staffing ‘Crisis,’ Alderman Says
Ald. Matt O'Shea's ordinance aims to incentivize officers to stay with $10,000 in down payment help. He also hopes to attract veteran cops from other departments with a $10,000 signing bonus.
Hundreds Line Up In Rain Across Chicago For Willie Wilson’s Grocery Giveaway: ‘It’s A Lot Of Help, Believe Me’
Chicagoans braved the rain to get grocery coupons Wednesday. The savings are needed to help families hit hard by rising food prices, residents said.
