How Chicagoans are preparing as extreme cold temps approach. The role of police district council members, up for election in February. Spotlight Politics on the assault weapons ban and outgoing politicians.

• Winter Storm Preparation and Holiday Shopping Collide at Chicago Grocery Stores: ‘Crazier Than Expected’
• In February, Chicago Voters Will Choose Police District Council Members. Here’s What Those Councils Do.
• Little Village Vendors Push for More Police Protection After Wave of Armed Robberies
• Spotlight Politics: Assault Weapons Ban Debate; Race for Mayor