Center Square: Jury finds ex-Ald. Ed Burke guilty on all counts but one
A jury found former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke guilty of all counts expect one in his corruption case Thursday, adding to a string of high-profile guilty verdicts brought home by federal prosecutors this year.
Sun-Times: Bally’s Chicago casino set to operate 24/7 starting next week
Bally’s temporary gaming hall at the historic Medinah Temple will become a 24/7 operation Wednesday, Dec. 27, the Rhode Island-based gaming corporation announced this week.
Chicago Tribune: Chicago aldermen convicted of corruption — and others facing charges
At least 32 Chicago aldermen have pleaded guilty or been convicted of crimes related to official duties since 1972. Three aldermen died while awaiting trial, while charges are pending against two others. Only one, Ray Frias, was acquitted.
Daily Herald: As Schaumburg board endorses $224 million capital plan, mayor suggests electricity tax
Schaumburg Mayor Tom Dailly on Tuesday suggested the possibility of establishing a modest electricity tax in the new year to cover the costs of improving the village’s electrical infrastructure.
NBC 5 Chicago: Suburban police issue warning after ‘increase' of daytime carjackings at gas stations
The warning comes one day after police in Glenview reported a carjacking in broad daylight at the Costco Gas Station on Patriot Blvd.
Center Square: 'Food desert' bill takes effect Jan. 1
Starting Jan. 1, a new law in Illinois will establish the Illinois Grocery Initiative, a multi-pronged policy Gov. J.B. Pritzker says is designed to address food deserts across the state.
WCIA: New Illinois law will allow three-year hunting and fishing licenses
Thanks to a new law going into effect in 2024, residents can choose to obtain three-year hunting, fishing, sportsmen and trapping licenses instead of an annual one for three times the cost of an annual one.