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Just how bad was Chicago's deal to privatize its parking meter system? Where did the money go, and how much will we leave on the table?

Asked by PJ Beardsley

Does the parking meter company make interest profit off of the money in my ParkChicago app account? Does Ventra do the same?

Asked by Remy Schwartz

Private equity firms bought 1000 of Chicago properties in low income neighborhoods. What will that do to the state of affordable homes in IL

Asked by Nicole

What would happen if the whole world left the 9–5 jobs and went freelance?

Asked by Stoyan

Why doesn't the city enforce the landscape ordinance calling for trees every 25 feet on sidewalks?

Asked by Donald Towne

What, if any, are the local originals of "Chicago Mix"/"Mix 'n' Match"/etc. popcorn?

Asked by John Tryneski

Why is there such a dramatic drop in development and business as soon as you are south of I-55?

Asked by Anonymous

Why doesn't Illinois reform state pension plans since it is detrimental to the state's finances and adopt a 401k type retirement policy?

Asked by Anonymous

Is Chicago as dangerous as outsiders think? Where are the most dangerous places and where are the safest? (with relation to violent crime)

Asked by Nathaniel

Why are some 'L' trains in better condition than others?

Asked by CTA Disparities

Who paid for the sign on Pulaski Rd. (between Devon and Peterson) that asks, "Who is John Galt?" I believe it's from a book by Ayn Rand.

Asked by Dixie Downes

Does Uber help Chicago or does it hurt Chicago and how often do they get pulled over or get a ticket for erratic driving?

Asked by Jack Duffy

What is the history of menu funds, and by extension the discretion alderpeople have to use it? Why is it restricted to capital projects?

Asked by Merita Bushi

Why are so many Chinese food takeout places called "Chop Suey" restaurants? What is chop suey?

Asked by Adam Engle

Where do all the old limousines go?

Asked by Jeff Ediger

What tourist attraction brings in the revenue? What is the most popular among the Chicago residents?

Asked by Alexis S.

Does the city subsidize water pumps in tall buildings to keep up pressure in the rest of the water system?

Asked by Neal Coleman

Chicago has what may be the biggest cigarette and nicotine tax in the nation. My question is: Does anyone vote against these taxes?

Asked by Jim Bates

Why are there so many sketchy car dealerships on Western Ave?

Asked by Anonymous

Why does the Chicago Public Library only accept cash for payment of fines?

Asked by Hannah

In there a connection between the dramatically increasing violent (gun) crime rate in Chicago and the lack of an Illinois state budget?

Asked by Justine Houghton

Many cities & states are taking steps to protect nail salon workers from low pay & toxic chemicals. What has/is Chicago doing on thi...

Asked by Molly Burns

Why do Chicago pizza places (particularly on the South Side) opt for bags rather than boxes?

Asked by Daniel Hogan

Is there a connection between the rise in crime, shooting, and homeless in Chicago and the Illinois budget impasse?

Asked by Pamela

Provide more about the subsidies that Exelon recently won: why they were needed and how is this going to affect consumers.

Asked by Heidi J Levin

Who races bikes in the snow at Montrose Harbor, and why do they do it?

Asked by Lindsey Fahey

What is the history of taxation in Chicago? How did the city's tax code evolve with the populace?

Asked by Derrick Golon

Great lakes is sometimes referred to as the 3rd Shore. Nevertheless, I don't see fish markets like in Boston or San Francisco....why not ?

Asked by Anonymous

Greetings, I would like to know who the people are that benefit from the parking meter fiasco. Who profits from this deal, not the companies

Asked by Matthew

How much does it cost the City to die the Chicago river?

Asked by Meaghan Murphy

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