Ald. Silvana Tabares (23rd) said the city and state’s strategy of engaging in head on fighting with ICE agents is ineffective.
Author Archives: Robin Sluzas
Video gaming advances but no vote yet
Proposed legislation allowing video gaming terminals in Chicago passed out of committee last week but did not come to a full council vote.
Quinn says no granny flats for 13th Ward
Long-sought concessions gained by Ald. Marty Quinn include giving aldermen the chance to prohibit accessory dwelling units in their wards.
Illinois passes Drew Price Act to improve firefighter safety
Bill 1742, passed Aug. 1 by the Illinois legislature, directs all statewide municipalities to complete a survey of buildings in its jurisdiction indicating roof openings or skylights by Jan. 1, 2027 and every two years thereafter.
Buffalo Wild Wings GO breaks ground in Garfield Ridge
Brokered by Alderman Marty Quinn (13th) the new grab ‘n’ go express restaurant features traditional and boneless wings including 26 signature Buffalo Wild Wings sauces, chicken sandwiches, hand-breaded tenders, burgers and sides.
Alderman Quinn renews push for new police district, opposes grocery tax
Alderman Marty Quinn (13th) remains at odds with Mayor Johnson about the need for a new Midway Illinois Armory police station and an opposition to an increased grocery tax.
Lopez slams city as ICE raids continue on southwest side
ICE raids continue as arrests increase. Alderman Raymond Lopez (15th) comments on Operation Midway Blitz after Trump decides not to send the National Guard to Chicago and more.
Southwest Siders split over bringing National Guard to Chicago
Southwest Side residents are split over National Guard deployment to Chicago: Some welcome the idea, others call it dangerous overreach.
Garfield Ridge sculpture, dog park honors Ella French
A large crowd attended the dedication ceremony of the memorial sculpture depicting fallen Officer Ella French, with her dog Bella by her side.
Southwest Side officials demand action over flood concerns
Ald. Gutierrez (14th) called for immediate response and infrastructure improvements after the Aug. 16-17 flood while city and metro water reps answered residents’ flood questions addressing specific topics at a meeting in Garfield Ridge.
