FEMA is coming in to do a further analysis of what transpired on the weekend of July 25-28, Alderman Marty Quinn (13th) said.
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Madigan must report to prison during appeal
Mike Madigan is due to report to federal prison in mid-October after his February convictions on 10 corruption charges.
Garfield Ridge National Night Out continues tradition
National Night Out celebrations were popular in the Garfield Ridge and West Lawn communities on Tuesday night.
Chicago, Cook County issue flood disaster proclamations
Chicago and Cook County are both issuing disaster proclamations to assist residents in recovering from flooding that took place July 25-28.
Cook County launches flood damage survey for residents affected by July storms
Cook County officials are asking residents affected by flash flooding between July 25 and July 28 to complete an online survey documenting property damage.
Teen charged in 8th District murder
Chicago police charged a 17-year-old juvenile with first-degree murder last week for allegedly shooting an 18-year-old.
Alderman Curtis to hold meeting on Ford City future
Ald. Derrick Curtis (18th) is planning a community meeting in August to discuss concerns about a proposed purchase of Ford City Mall.
Residents clean up after two-punch storm wallops southwest suburbs
A two-punch storm rocked the southwest suburbs and Southwest Side neighborhoods last week that knocked down trees, collapsed construction in Bedford Park, and flooded streets and basements that residents are still cleaning up.
Lithuanian Catholic Press Center for sale
The Lithuanian Catholic Press Center at 4545 W. 63rd Street is now for sale by the Lithuanian Marian Fathers.
Quinn opposes granny flat expansion in bungalow belt
The Chicago City Council Zoning Committee last week approved amendments to a 2020 ordinance that will allow citywide construction of additional dwelling units (so-called granny flats) in single-family home basements or attics. The 13-7 vote on July 15, which still must receive full council approval, would expand construction from only certain areas of the city. […]
