The rejection by a 18-15 vote was the latest sign that an emboldened City Council is no longer willing to rubber-stamp giant payouts tied to allegations of Chicago police wrongdoing.

Portage officials made their pitch Wednesday to lure the Chicago Bears away from Soldier Field with a $5 billion stadium.

Explore the best of Wicker Park with your family. This guide covers stroller-friendly parks, kid-approved restaurants and ...