Brendan Reilly
Coverage of Brendan Reilly in the Nexus archive.
- Will City Council Scale Back Mayor’s Proposed Protections For Renters?
City Council members are advancing the Fair and Accountable Illinois Rental (FAIR) Ordinance to counter Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed tenant protections, which include a Tenant Bill of Rights, 'just cause' eviction requirements, and relocation assistance. The FAIR Ordinance would eliminate 'just cause' requirements and reduce relocation fees, arguing these changes would prevent increased housing costs and preserve affordable housing for small landlords.
- Council OKs $424 Million In Public Funds For Garage, Other Infrastructure Near New Fire Stadium
Chicago City Council approved $424 million in public financing for infrastructure around the new Fire Stadium at The 78 development. The funding includes $174 million for utilities and roadways and $250 million for a city-owned parking garage and plaza. Aldermen expressed divided opinions, with some opposing the use of tax increment financing for the parking facility.
- Man Killed, Another Wounded By 5 Gunmen Outside River North Hotel
A man was killed and another wounded in a shooting by five masked gunmen outside a hotel in River North. The attackers, armed with long guns and handguns, fled in a gray Honda Accord with stolen plates, which was later found set on fire. Ald. Brendan Reilly described the incident as a 'gang-on-gang targeted hit.'
- Trump Tower On Obama Way? Chicago Considers Honorary Designation For Downtown Street
Alderman Brendan Reilly proposes an honorary street designation for Barack Hussain Obama on Wabash Avenue, including the stretch where Trump Tower is located. The initiative follows a petition gaining over 22,000 signatures and aims to recognize Obama without the cost of a full street name change. Mayor Brandon Johnson supports honoring Obama while alive, aligning with the proposal.