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In 2003, Chicago’s mayor sent bulldozers to carve six giant Xs into an airport runway overnight, stranding 16 planes; 12 years later, the former airfield reopened with 40 acres of prairie, wetlands and wildlife habitat

Chicago's Meigs Field airport was controversially closed overnight in 2003. Six X-shaped gouges rendered the runway unusable, stranding sixteen aircraft. The city cited security concerns following the September 11 attacks for the closure. Twelve years later, the former airfield became a natural landscape. This site now features prairie, wetlands, and…

The Times of India · Aug 21

Brandon Johnson’s campaign fund has taken millions from unions with City Hall contracts

The campaign contributions are legal, but failed mayoral candidate Willie Wilson wants them banned in mayoral races. Ald. Gilbert Villegas wants to limit contributions to city officials from unions with city contracts.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 15, 2023

Former Illinois State Senate President James ‘Pate’ Philip dead at 93

The Republican Senate president was known for his influence in state government and often controversial blunt comments.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 22, 2023

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In crooked Bridgeport bank case, investigators are looking into longtime city contractor

They’re looking at ties between a dumpster company, owned by James W. Bracken III, and a former city official who was on the bank’s board, the Sun-Times has learned.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 17, 2023

Sweeping the floor: Why Johnson had no choice in removing key Council ally from top leadership posts

Not even six months into the Brandon Johnson administration, his Council floor leader, Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, had become a liability the mayor simply could not afford.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 6, 2023

City counting on state, federal funds to handle migrant crisis — or reserves could be at risk

A top official said Chicago could be forced to raid its reserves, even though that would almost certainly cause Wall Street rating agencies to reduce the bond rating, increasing how much it costs the city to borrow money.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 31, 2023

How the near absolute power Edward Burke wielded absolutely paved the way for his alleged corruption

That power came from “scratch my back” Chicago politics. Burke’s clout emanated from the sheer force of his personality, the favors he did for other City Council members and the intimidation he wielded over his colleagues.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 31, 2023

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Danny Solis’ rise and fall, from promising activist to disgraced Chicago politician to FBI mole

The former 25th Ward alderperson sold his political soul for small favors, then tried to reclaim it by wearing a wire on two of the biggest powerhouses in the history of Illinois politics.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 30, 2023

‘Power and control’ frame Edward Burke’s legacy. A federal jury will soon decide that legacy’s coda.

He entered politics as one of the youngest Chicago City Council members in history and became its most powerful and longest-serving member. Now, he’s fighting to avoid prison.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 27, 2023

Hoping on Johnson administration leading Chicago Fishing Advisory Committee meeting

The hope, as the Chicago Fishing Advisory Committee met after the summer hiatus on Sept. 21, is that Mayor Brandon Johnson will resume the long tradition of Chicago mayors sending a representative.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 28, 2023

Bridgeport bank failure fallout sees owner of home where bank CEO died found guilty of embezzling $6 million

Marek Matczuk, who said he did odd jobs for Washington Federal Bank for Savings and its employees, was given the money on orders of the late bank chief John F. Gembara.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 22, 2023

As he steps down, Chicago’s top planner reflects on neighborhood projects and an unfinished agenda

Coming into the job four years ago as an appointee of former Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Maurice Cox sometimes rankled developers by pushing for better architecture and community benefits.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 18, 2023

Bally’s temporary casino at Medinah Temple opens Saturday

The casino at 600 N. Wabash Ave. will open to the betting public at 8 a.m. Saturday, when Bally’s will fire up almost 800 slot machines and 56 table games in the heart of River North.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

Bally’s Medinah Temple temporary casino landlord Albert Friedman will hit $20 million jackpot under 4-year lease

Albert M. Friedman will get more than $16.5 million in rent and a $330,000 management fee under his four-year lease, obtained by the Sun-Times. Bally’s also must pay a property tax bill that’s topped $1.1 million a year.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

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Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 7, 2023

Committee approves labor contracts for thousands of city workers

The deal’s prevailing wage portion covers 7,000 members of 30 trade unions employed by 16 city departments. Those workers also will now accrue half a day of sick leave per month and be eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 15, 2023

Preckwinkle’s pick slated by Cook County Democratic Party to replace Kim Foxx

Clayton Harris III, a former prosecutor and political aide, joins former Illinois Appellate Court Justice Eileen O’Neill Burke in the March 2024 primary run for state’s attorney.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 7, 2023

Bridgeport bank failure fallout: Ex-city official, second man plead guilty in collapse of Washington Federal Bank for Savings

William M. Mahon was a high-ranking City Hall official under three former mayors and had close ties to the Daley family’s political organization.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 21, 2023

Tony Bennett left his heart in Chicago, too

Mention Chicago during the course of a conversation (or two or three) with Bennett, and his seemingly omnipresent smile would grow even larger. His love for the Windy City ran deep.

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Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 20, 2023

Lightfoot attends hearing for man accused of threatening her, saying it shows need for ‘the protection to which I am entitled’

Lightfoot was trailed by reporters as attended a status hearing Thursday for William Kohler, 42, who is accused of posting a threat last fall on the mayor’s official webpage.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 17, 2023

$4.98 million CPD settlement tied to traffic stops clears Council committee

All but $112,500 of the nearly $5 million settlement approved by the City Council’s Finance Committee is going toward attorneys’ fees.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 8, 2023

Could housing migrants at 12th District police station lead to better community relations?

The 12th District police station feels like a community center since migrants have moved in. Once our new arrivals have more permanent accommodations, hopefully police stations will keep some of the feeling of goodwill for everyone.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 30, 2023

Remembering ‘The Coconut,’ a real Chicago character

Frank Coconate was an authentic anti-Daley gadfly who talked to reporters and refused to be just another ‘yes-man’ from the precincts. He died recently at age 65.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 21, 2023

First look: Bally’s nods to Medinah Temple’s history in temporary casino plan

The Sun-Times got an early look inside the River North casino that is expected to open by the end of summer. “Anyone can build a temporary casino, but not everyone gets a chance to build a temporary casino in a beautiful, historic building such as this,” said Mark Wong of…

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 11, 2023

Parking meter deal keeps on giving — for private investors, not Chicago taxpayers

Results of the latest parking meter audit by accounting giant KPMG shows meter revenues reached a record $140.4 million last year - with 60 years left on a 75-year lease.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 6, 2023

To the victor in the Bears’ stadium race go the spoiled

The Bears want what they want, and whichever suburb decides to pony up will get what it has coming.

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