Chicago
Nov 29, 2018
FBI raids offices of powerful alderman, property tax attorney Ed Burke
Investigators did not say why they searched Burke’s political offices but left his law firm untouched
Alderman Ed Burke
Chicago
Mar 18, 2020
Under indictment for allegedly extorting developers, Burke trails vote count for 14th Ward Committeeperson
State Rep. Aaron Ortiz was ahead in voting early Wednesday, with Tuesday’s election too close to call
Chicago
Jan 11, 2019
Burke indictment reveals how far an alderman’s power over property owners can reach
Federal charges against the powerful politician are a reminder it's best to make nice with local alderman when seeking permission for anything from a curb cut to a megadevelopment