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Views of City Hall on June 12, 2019

Views of City Hall on June 12, 2019

Manuel Martinez

Views of City Hall on June 12, 2019

Views of City Hall on June 12, 2019

Manuel Martinez

City Council delivers a major check on Lightfoot’s power

Views of City Hall on June 12, 2019

Manuel Martinez

   

The Chicago City Council delivered a major check on Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s power Wednesday. In an unusual move, they voted down her appointment to lead the city’s education committee.

It was a noteworthy moment as some council members continue to fight for more independence from the mayor’s office.

WBEZ’s Mariah Woelfel looked at how the political clashing could have a real impact on the council’s ability to serve its residents.

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