Afternoon News: Friday December 15, 2023
The Rundown | Chicago News · WBEZ Chicago
December 15, 20233m 44s
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Show Notes
Attorneys for former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke are asking the jury to find him not guilty and send him home for his birthday later this month. A transgender Chicago man has filed a federal lawsuit against his former employer and union, saying they denied him gender-affirming care. Metra will offer discounted rides to anyone who receives assistance through SNAP – the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – starting in February.