Despite Scandal, Chicago Aldermen Delay Decision On Ethics Reforms
Concerns over aldermanic authority delayed a vote on Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s ethics reforms on Tuesday.
Concerns over aldermanic authority delayed a vote on Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s ethics reforms on Tuesday.
A City Hall corruption scandal is prompting aldermen to talk ethics reform Tuesday. But some plans with more teeth are getting sidelined.
Wilson placed fourth in the February general election, winning most of the majority black wards on the city’s South and West sides.
It was an election for the history books. With no incumbent on the ballot and 14 candidates for mayor, just a third of all registered voters in Chicago cast ballots this week and the results are in. WBEZ’s Becky Vevea, Dan Mihalopoulos, Claudia Morell break down what it all means for the city and what’s next.
In an embarrassing political setback, veteran Ald. Patrick O’Connor appeared headed for a runoff after fighting a crowded five-way field.
Some election attorneys are worried about what could happen if no clear winners emerge from Tuesday’s historically crowded mayoral race.
It’s the final countdown! Chicago’s municipal elections are next Tuesday. Voters will get to pick from 14 candidates to be the next mayor and pick someone to represent their neighborhood too. This week, WBEZ’s team of political reporters will answer your last minute questions and introduce you to a person taking his job as citizen very seriously
Aldermen have to approve tax hikes and huge city contracts. Still, some just don’t show up to the meetings where all that happens.
If City Council gave out attendance grades, most of its members would get a D. Before you vote Tuesday, see how your alderman stacks up.
In addition to the mayoral race, all city-wide officials and 50 aldermanic seats will be on the ballot. These are the races to watch.