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Ed Burke

City Council bans sale of baby products with BPA

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.

over 2 years ago | Adrian G. Uribarri

Chicago BPA ban moves to full City Council

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.

over 2 years ago | Alex Parker

Bob Barker pushes Chicago spay-neuter law

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.

3 years ago | Jennifer Slosar

Recycling proposal up for consideration

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.

over 3 years ago | Jennifer Slosar