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

Former Chicago alderman Ed Burke is expected to be released from prison Tuesday after being convicted of corruption for using his position to benefit his law firm.

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

Chicago Alderman Walter Burnett Jr. is stepping down. He hopes to become the CEO of the CHA and have his son replace him in the City Council.

Former Chicago alderman Ed Burke will reportedly be released from prison Tuesday, the Chicago Tribune reports.

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 ...

Alderman seeks River North lounge's permanent closure after mass shooting outside The former nightclub at the location 311 W. Chicago Ave., was shut down in 2022 after a shooting.

Chicago's 27th Ward Alderman Walter Burnett Jr. wants his son to replace him in the City Council after his retirement, which is drawing criticism.

This summary is reviewed by TRD Staff. Alderman Walter Burnett Jr. is a finalist for CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority. Burnett, who grew up in Cabrini-Green, is weighing his options after 30 ...