Ed Burke
Officials say the ban is the first adopted by a major U.S. city. Violators will face fines of $100 to $500 starting next year.
6 months ago | Adrian G. Uribarri
An ordinance that would ban bottles, sippy cups and other baby products containing the chemical BPA moved forward Monday, as aldermen took the first step toward enacting the country's first municipal ban on products containing BPA.
6 months ago | Alex Parker
The legendary game show star traded gentle comedic barbs with aldermen and evoked applause from audience members in the packed chamber as he made a special plea for legislation requiring most dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered.
1 year ago | Jennifer Slosar
City officials appear to have reached an agreement on a ordinance requiring retailers to recycle plastic bags. The measure is scheduled for a committee hearing today.
1 year ago | Jennifer Slosar