🤑 Why Chicago owes cops millions

🏁 NASCAR Pauses Chicago Street Race ... For Now

NASCAR announced it will not hold a street race in Chicago next year, keeping the option open for 2027. But do Chicagoans actually want NASCAR to come back? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

🛥️ No Vest, No Voyage

Ald. Stephanie Coleman (16th Ward) is pushing for an ordinance that would require all boaters to wear life vests or face a fine up to $500 following a deadly drowning during Black Yacht Weekend. It’s unclear how the law would be enforced, but supporters say it’s a good first step. [Block Club]

• Water safety: We spoke to experts about how Chicagoans can stay safe on the water. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

💵 Chicago Owes Millions in Police Overtime Lawsuit

Nearly 10 years ago, Chicago Police employees claimed the city owed them $14 million for unpaid overtime. Five years ago, a federal judge ruled in their favor, but the two sides are still fighting over how much the city will ultimately pay as interest balloons. Experts hired by each side say the final total is between $195 million and $450 million. [WBEZ]

🎰 City Council Bets on Gambling Machines

Alders introduced two proposals to help boost revenue, one that would allow video gambling machines at airports and one that would reverse a citywide ban. A recent study found video gambling machines could create $10 million in annual revenue, but Mayor Brandon Johnson says that’s not worth pursuing. [Chicago Sun-Times 🔒]