Chicago reaches $10 million settlement with Uber Eats
The city might still take Grubhub and DoorDash to court over deceptive practices.
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With one of Illinois’ largest political reporting teams, WBEZ’s Government & Politics desk holds elected officials and government bodies accountable. We cover the policy debates and political machinations happening at the state Capitol in Springfield, in Cook County government and at Chicago’s City Hall.
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Chicago will elect police district councils in February. Here’s what to know.
The councils are the next step in the city’s new plan for police oversight.
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New property tax increases hit Hispanic wards hardest in Chicago
On the Lower West Side, property owners saw their median tax bill jump from $4,964 to $7,239, according to the analysis. In Avondale, another heavily Hispanic neighborhood, the median tax bill went up 27%.
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GOP leaders McCarthy, McConnell condemn Nick Fuentes, whose path to hate started in Chicago suburbs
Fuentes was condemned by the top two Republican leaders in Congress — though Kevin McCarthy continued to defend President Donald Trump for meeting with him.
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As Mayor Lori Lightfoot runs again, a look at who’s backing her and who’s looking elsewhere
As Lightfoot faces a crowded field for reelection, previous supporters are questioning whether they’ll vote for her again.
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The race is on for mayor of Chicago. Here’s what you need to know.
There are 11 people vying for the position of mayor of Chicago — and petition challenges will only narrow the field.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence, in Chicago, takes jabs at Trump
In Chicago to promote “So Help Me God,” former Vice President Mike Pence said he would decide on his candidacy in 2024 early next year.
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With his corruption trial looming, Chicago Ald. Ed Burke does not seek reelection
Burke is scheduled to stand trial in November 2023 for allegedly using his clout at City Hall to gain business for his private law practice.
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Who is running for mayor of Chicago in 2023? Here’s the running list of candidates.
A crowded field of challengers are running against incumbent Mayor Lori Lightfoot for Chicago mayor in 2023.
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Illinois State Sen. Michael Hastings set to lose important committee chairman’s post
Senate President Don Harmon will not re-appoint the south suburban Democrat to head a legislative panel after domestic violence accusations.
