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Snap Curfew Vote Stalled at City Council

Seventeen alders signed a letter to delay City Council's vote on snap curfews on Wednesday. It was a major show of force, considering it takes just two to block a vote. On Tuesday, the measure was tweaked to allow Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling to declare sudden curfews without official sign-off from the deputy mayor for community safety. [WTTW]

• Related: Everything you need to know about snap curfews. [City Cast Chicago 💻]
  

Here Are Some REAL Chicago Books to Read

The Sun-Times is under fire after printing a “summer reading list” full of fake, AI-generated titles. The list was produced by a third party, and now the paper says it’s updating its policies. The whole mess reminded us of our conversation with author Eve L. Ewing about some real Chicago books to add to your reading list. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Dolton Plans to Acquire Pope Leo Home

The owner of Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home is putting the house up for auction, but the Village of Dolton has other plans. Leaders announced that Dolton will either purchase the house directly or seize it through eminent domain. [Tribune 🔒]

• Related: Here’s how Pope Leo got from Chicago to the Vatican. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Former CPS Students Say Teachers Groomed Them

Allegations of grooming and other misconduct date back a decade at Little Village Lawndale High School. Twelve former students have shared their experiences, which included sexual encounters with school staff shortly after they turned 18 or graduated. Some encounters occurred while the students were still in school. All seven employees allegedly involved were fired or resigned. [NBC 5]