Ordinance creates transparency, accountability for debt instruments like toxic swap interest rate deals that have cost City millions Continue reading
DON BABWIN, Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — A task force Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel established to look into police practices said the department must acknowledge its racist past and overhaul the way it handles excessive force allegations, as City Council … Continue reading
“No one wants a sick food server bringing you your dinner, or a sick cook preparing your meal, or a sick childcare provider working with your child,” Progressive Caucus Chair Ald. Scott Waguespack, Alderman (32) said, “But every day, Chicagoans who ought to stay home come to work because they have no protection. This is a serious public health issue which affects the lowest-paid workers the most.” Continue reading