A possible compromise deal would allow Police Supt. Larry Snelling or individual district commanders to activate earlier ...

The Chicago City Council plan commission has given the OK for a plan to revitalize the 79th Street corridor in Auburn Gresham ...

Downtown Ald. Brian Hopkins told colleagues he would stand down after "working with the superintendent's office" on a ...

Alderman Gilbert Villegas led the effort, citing the importance of defending democracy. CHICAGO - Chicago is now the first ...

A proposal to give Chicago police the power to enforce temporary curfews for unaccompanied minors during chaotic public events is moving forward, with some growing support—even from those who were ...

The Chicago Sun-Times notes that more than 50 Illinoisans faced Jan. 6 charges, including Chicago police officer Karol ...

The Chicago City Council is expected to vote on April 16 on an ordinance that would allow drivers and insurers to sue rogue ...

Individuals convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021 U.S. Capitol riots can no longer obtain jobs with the city of Chicago thanks to a new ordinance.

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Fire trucks and ambulances in need of repair are lined up inside the city's South Side fleet warehouse. Better equipment, 20 ...