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Feb. 14, 2026

Chicago Mayor Vetoes Ordinance Restricting Hemp Sales

Mayor Brandon Johnson says the proposed ban would hurt small businesses and foster a black market.

Feb. 13, 2026

Cook County Treasurer Held Stake in Tax Software Vendor

Maria Pappas sold Tyler Technologies shares after disclosure, raising questions about county ethics rules

Feb. 13, 2026

Chicago Mayor Faces Budget Scrutiny as Council Forms Accountability Coalition

Aldermen launch new group to monitor city spending, debt, and public safety

Feb. 13, 2026

Aide to NYC Mayor Mamdani Slammed as 'Whiny Bitch' Over Airport Lounge Rants

Resurfaced social media posts show Mathis E. Roy Vigne complaining about lack of airline perks and having to fly with 'ordinary travelers'.

Feb. 12, 2026

Chicago Public Schools Still Searching for New Superintendent

CPS leadership transition continues after former CEO's departure

Feb. 12, 2026

Chicago Alderperson Bypasses Mayor to Start Video Gaming Process

Ald. Anthony Beale plans to file paperwork to allow video gaming terminals in the city, despite the mayor's opposition.

Feb. 12, 2026

New Chicago Speed Cameras Spark Heated Debate

Drivers divided over new speed camera program months after installation in South and West Side neighborhoods

Feb. 12, 2026

Moweaqua Residents Raise Concerns Over Police Chief's Comp Time

Village board tables policy changes amid questions over police chief's overtime pay

Feb. 12, 2026

Chicago Board of Education Members Accuse Mayor of 'Sabotage' in CPS CEO Search

Board terminates contract with search firm, alleges political interference from Mayor Brandon Johnson

Feb. 12, 2026

Public Meetings Report Highlights City Issues

Recap of select open meetings at the local, county, and state level in Chicago

Feb. 12, 2026

DeKalb Approves City-Run Raffle and Poker Run Licensing

New program transfers licensing from county to city to handle increasing local events.

Feb. 12, 2026

Evanston City Council delays vacation rental vote again

Council also approves city goals and applies for federal infrastructure funding

Feb. 11, 2026

Mayor Brandon Johnson Doubles Down on Progressive Agenda

Chicago mayor says he's keeping his campaign promises and won't change course despite pushback from business leaders.

Feb. 11, 2026

Evanston Reparations Program Expands to 44 More Descendants

The city's groundbreaking initiative will provide $25,000 payments to additional Black residents impacted by historic housing discrimination.

Feb. 11, 2026

Appellate Court Dismisses Charges Against Waukegan City Clerk

Judges rule that 'deceptive and inaccurate evidence' violated clerk's due process rights

Feb. 11, 2026

Jacksonville Passes Homeless No-Camping Ordinance

City promises to review ordinance, but doubts remain about quick amendments

Feb. 11, 2026

Evanston Distributes $25K Reparations Payments to 44 Black Residents

The Illinois city's reparations program is the first of its kind in the nation.

Feb. 11, 2026

Illinois City Distributes $25K Reparations Payments to 44 Black Residents

Evanston's reparations program aims to address historical discrimination and housing inequities.

Feb. 11, 2026

Mayor Brandon Johnson Doubles Down on Progressive Agenda

Chicago mayor says he may run for a second term to continue his policy push.

Feb. 11, 2026

Chicago Aldermen Form 'Accountability Commission' to Monitor Mayor's Budget Execution

The move comes amid ongoing tensions between Mayor Brandon Johnson and City Council over the 2026 budget.