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Family Council Seats, Lead Pipes, and a Pricey Airbnb

Walter Burnett Jr., the city’s most tenured alder, is stepping down after 30 years leading the 27th ward. The mayor will choose his replacement, but Burnett Jr. wants to keep the seat in his family. We discuss Burnett Jr.’s legacy — and his son’s chances — on today’s podcast, as well as the city’s slow slog to remove lead pipes and the Michael-Jordan-mansion-turned-Airbnb. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Piping Plovers Get Real Chicago Names

The piping plover chicks living near Montrose Beach officially have names: Ferris, El and Bean. The landmark monikers were chosen from an online contest. The timing of the news coincides with the baby birds’ fledge day, meaning they could fly soon. [WTTW]

Will Chicago Feel Trump’s Weather Service Cuts?

So far, federal cuts to the weather service have not affected Chicago dramatically. But as President Donald Trump calls for further cuts at related agencies, Illinois politicians are critical and emphasizing potential impact on the state’s residents. [Tribune 🔒]

• Related: Could the recent tragedy in Texas have been prevented? [City Cast Houston 🎧]

Fans Protest at Fire Game After Banning Over Anti-ICE Sign

Sector Latino, a Chicago Fire fan group, turned its back on the team on Saturday. Literally. After three members were banned for displaying a sign against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the group stood facing away from the game in protest. The ban also brings further scrutiny to the stadium’s Monterrey Security force, whose officers roughed up Fire attendees for displaying a Palestinian flag in June. [Block Club]