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City Council chaos continues
November 8, 2023
We know Chicagoans like to debate — everything from deep-dish vs. tavern-style to Cubs vs. Sox. But what about Uncle Remus vs. Harold’s? Tell us where YOU stand after you tune into today’s City Cast Chicago podcast episode.
What's CITY Talking About?
In City Council News …
Thanks to a tie-breaking vote from Mayor Brandon Johnson, Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa narrowly avoided censure from his City Council colleagues following accusations of "bullying" during a chaotic meeting last week. Another meeting about the city’s sanctuary city status was postponed until later this month. In March, Chicagoans will vote on a real estate transfer tax to fight homelessness. [Sun-Times]
Burke Trial: Corruption Wall Covered
The grand display on the 25th floor of the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse featuring photos from famous public corruption cases — like those of former Illinois governors Rod Blagojevich and George Ryan — has been covered at the request of ex–Ald. Ed Burke, whose federal corruption trial is underway. [Tribune 🔒]
- Chicago is the most corrupt U.S. city for the fourth year in a row. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
- Why is Ed Burke even on trial? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Another Blackhawks Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Nearly two years after Kyle Beach settled his lawsuit with the team, a former player has come forward alleging a team employee sexually abused him and that the organization ignored his complaints during the 2009-10 championship season. [AP]
- It’s not just the Blackhawks: Two Chicago journalists dove into hockey’s toxicity problem. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Cubs Sign Manager Craig Counsell
The former Brewers manager was signed to a five-year $40 million contract with the North Side team, replacing David Ross. [CHGO Sports]
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What To Do
Casino Uptown 🎰 Wednesday | 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Play poker, blackjack, roulette, or craps for prizes at the charitable North Side event. [$25+]
Gresham Aging Well Together 🕯️ Thursday | 9:30 a.m. to Noon
The wellness–themed morning will touch on the art of play at any age and the benefits of aromatherapy. [Free]
Indiana Dunes Hike 👟 Saturday | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Meet at the Long Room in North Center before departing to the Dunes for a 4.6-mile trail. [$59.95]
Ukrainian Village Silent Book Club 🤫 Sunday | 6–7 p.m.
Gather at Dorothy to read together and chat (only if you want). The new club has put together a list of suggested books. [Free]
Today on City Cast
What Makes Uncle Remus So Special?
City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran is a native South Sider who grew up eating Harold’s. But West Sider and Justice Informed CEO Xavier Ramey met Jacoby in Austin to try fried chicken rival Uncle Remus. Does it live up to the hype?
I actually think that the Harold's and Uncle Remus rivalry brings a lightness to some of the realities of how some people truly do feel there is a rivalry between the South and West side Black communities of Chicago.
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