Ald. Jason Ervin
Alderman Wants To Cut Cigarette Taxes To Reduce Black Market
A Chicago alderman is calling for a rollback on city and county cigarette taxes as a way to cut crime.
Officials Warn Seniors Of Potential Scams
The Illinois Attorney General’s office and a West Side alderman teamed up Wednesday to warn seniors about consumer fraud.
Attorney: Smith Won’t Resign, Despite Bribery Indictment
An attorney for indicted State Rep. Derrick Smith said he won’t step down, despite calls for his resignation from many top Illinois Democrats.
Black, Hispanic Aldermen Urge Quinn To Support Gambling Plan
A coalition of black and Hispanic alderman urged Governor Pat Quinn on Wednesday to immediately sign legislation that would bring a casino to Chicago, but the governor made it clear he won’t do that, repeating his concerns about protections against mob influence.
West Siders Upset About Threat To Close 5 Post Offices
Some West Side elected officials and residents are upset the U.S. Postal Service is thinking about closing five post offices on the West Side as part of a cost-cutting move.



