Former Chicago alderman Carrie Austin, indicted in 2021 for allegedly receiving home improvements from contractors seeking city assistance, deemed unfit for trial. Fox News Media Fox Business ...

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Burnett said he hopes his son gets consideration to replace him and represent the 27th Ward. Burnett was first elected alderman in 1995.

Ald. Walter Burnett Jr., who’s represented the 27th Ward for three decades, wants to hand his aldermanic seat to his son. This is a “tradition” that needs to end.

Chicago alderman wants restaurant shut down after deadly shooting, says owners were 'dishonest' Kasey Chronis. Thu, July 3, 2025 at 6:26 PM UTC. 5 min read. The Brief.

Former Chicago alderman Ed Burke, convicted of corruption for using his position to benefit his law firm, is expected to be released from prison on Tuesday. Burke was convicted in a 2023 trial for ...

A federal judge ruled that a 76-year-old former Chicago alderman accused of bribery and lying to the FBI is unfit for trial, saying it would have an "adverse effect" on her health.. Carrie Austin ...