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Manny Flores

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

1st Ward alderman wrestles with development

Manny Flores, a former county prosecutor, represents Wicker Park and Bucktown. He says he's trying to strike a balance between preservation and growth in the rapidly changing ward.

over 3 years ago | Johna Winters