Larry Snelling is the new Chicago police superintendent. During a special meeting on Wednesday, the Chicago City Council unanimously confirmed him as the city's...
On Wednesday, the City Council granted approval to Mary Richardson-Lowry, appointing her as the Corporation Counsel for the City of Chicago. As the lead...
"What Matters Now"
Especially If You're A White Male
By Ken Hare
Chicago Defender Staff Writer
Despite centuries of established rules and orders especially when it comes to...
The City Council today approved Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s 2016 budget plan that , to cover the pensions of Chicago police officers and firefighters while trying to close the huge black hole...
Homeless Activists Sleep
at Chicago City Hall
Homeless Activists Sleeping
Overnight Outside City Hall
"The phrase "persistent poverty" implies that poverty persists despite society's best...
Alderman Sawyer of the 6th ward, is the New Chairman
of the City Council Black Caucus
Sixth Ward Alderman Roderick Sawyer’s known for his tough talk...
