Extra Extra: Ald. Michele Smith Wins 43rd Ward
By Lisa White in News on Apr 14, 2015 11:15PM
- After challenger Caroline Vickrey finally conceded, Ald. Michele Smith has officially won the 43rd Ward after last week's runoff election. [Sun-Times]
- Gov. Bruce Rauner thinks that cash-strapped Illinois cities should be able to file for bankruptcy. [CBS Chicago]
- Down south, the Marshall County Board wants Aaron Schock to pay the $76,000 cost for the special election to fill his Congressional District seat. The board voted unanimously to send a letter to Schock requesting the reimbursement. [Peoria Journal Star]
- Patrick Kane will play during the first game of the Stanley Cup playoffs Wednesday night. [Sun-Times]
- Chicago's first Airbnb hotel will open this summer in Lincoln Park. [DNAinfo Chicago]
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