Mayor Emanuel's plan to return free water to some nonprofit organizations advances in the Chicago City Council. But just who will pay for water and why are some religious leaders still upset? Paris Schutz has the latest on that, and the controversy over parking meters.

Is Mayor Rahm Emanuel trying to squash an ordinance that would bring more transparency to privatization deals like the potential deal for Midway airport? Paris Schutz has the latest.

For the second day in a row, a group of Chicago aldermen have formed a so-called reform caucus. We hear from members of the “Paul Douglas Alliance” and the “Progressive Reform Coalition.”

Is Chicago Police Supt. Garry McCarthy's job on the line? Find out what the mayor and the top African-American alderman had to say.

A committee of aldermen dealt a blow today to the mayor’s latest attempt at ethics reform aimed in part at strengthening oversight of City Council. 

An ethics bill that would make it easier for the City Council’s watchdog to investigate aldermen has been watered down in the face of an aldermanic revolt.

A message to those interested and qualified in being appointed 7th ward alderman: the mayor will start accepting applications online next week.

The Chicago City Council considers having taxpayers foot a $33 million bill to settle police misconduct cases. Paris Schutz has the latest news from City Hall.

Ald. Sandi Jackson goes back to work as the Chicago City Council takes up important measures. Paris Schutz has the latest.

Ald. Sandi Jackson is a no-show as the Chicago City Council passes Mayor Rahm Emanuel's budget by a 46-3 vote. Paris Schutz has the details.

We have both sides of the debate on the mayor's controversial proposal to have the city purchase electricity in bulk on behalf of residents.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel's 2013 budget signals relative calm before a coming fiscal storm. The mayor joins Carol Marin for a one-on-one conversation.

Several City Council members aren't showing up regularly to City Hall for work. Paris Schutz has the story.

Which Chicago City Council member has missed the most meetings and what does it mean? Paris Schutz has the story.

Aldermen and activists are stepping up the fight for an elected school board. Paris Schutz has the story.

Chicago food trucks soon may be able to cook on board, but would still have to keep away from restaurants. We hear from both sides.