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McKiernan Playground Park on the South Side is the first in the city to have artificial turf. Park District officials say the turf is being tested, and could be used in the future at more parks.
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.
ComEd reported that its reliability in delivering electricity to Chicagoans continues to improve. Meanwhile, aldermen worry about the prevalence of trouble spots in South Side wards.