City Cast Chicago
🗳️ Anxious about the election? Turn to your neighbors.
September 10, 2024 · —Sidney Madden
Happy Tuesday! We’re in the finals of our Chicago icon tournament, and we want you to vote.
What's CITY Talking About?
City Cuts Costs Amid Projected Deficit
Chicago officials announced a hiring freeze and an effort to drastically limit non-essential travel as the city faces a projected deficit nearing $1 billion in the upcoming fiscal year. [NBC Chicago]
Another Day, Another Corruption Trial
The federal trial of former AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza begins today. He’s charged with bribing ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, whose own trial is a month away. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
- Catch up on Madigan’s rise to and fall from power. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Adam Toledo Lawsuit Costs
More than three years after a Chicago police officer shot and killed the 13-year-old, the private attorneys hired by the city to fight a wrongful death lawsuit have cost taxpayers $1.1 million so far. A trial is set to start in November. [WTTW]
- The shooting sent shockwaves through Little Village. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Uptown Rallies Around Palestinian Cafe
After someone smashed a window displaying a Palestinian flag at Nabala Cafe, customers filled the seats and gathered in support. [WBEZ]
Garrett Popcorn Deal
Celebrate the popcorn maker’s 75th anniversary with $1.75 bags through Friday. [Block Club]
Chicago Chatter: Icon Tournament Finals
The ultimate Chicago icon bracket is down to the Sears Tower and the Chicago–style hot dog. Vote here for the winner.
The Sears Tower asked its followers last week to get in on the tournament, but we’re wondering who’s going to bat for the mighty hot dog? The Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame? The Wieners Circle? Whoever you are, tag us!
What To Do
Tuesday, Sep. 10
- French Conversation 🇫🇷 Mount Greenwood | 1–2:30 p.m. | Free
- Salsa Timing & Fundamentals 💃 Portage Park | 6–7 p.m. | $60
- “Harry Potter & the Cursed Child” opens 🪄 The Loop | 7:30 p.m. | $45
Wednesday, Sep. 11
- 9/11 Patriot Day Ceremony 🖤 Tinley Park | 7:30 a.m. | Free
- Everyday Art Workshop 🎨 Hyde Park | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Free
- Elementary Witchcraft 🧙 Rogers Park | 7:30–9:30 p.m. | $25
- Chicago Underground Film Festival starts 🎞️ Citywide | 8:15 p.m. | $12+
Bummed that Sky star Angel Reese is out for the rest of the season? Here are some local sports nuggets to distract you:
- 🥹 This Northern Illinois University coach’s emotional reaction after defeating Notre Dame.
- 🏡 Michael Jordan’s $15 million Highland Park home has been on the market for 12 years.
- 🧢 Check out this Chicagoan’s ballpark baseball hat collection.
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