David Gonzalez

Reporter · Chicago, IL

David Gonzalez is a dedicated reporter with a focus on local government and policy. He holds a Master's in Public Affairs from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has previously reported for the South Side Weekly, diving deep into municipal issues.

5 stories from David Gonzalez in Chicago

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Ald. Peter Chico Running Unopposed In Southeast Side’s 10th Ward

EAST SIDE — Ald. Peter Chico is running unopposed for 10th Ward alderperson, setting him up for a second term representing the Southeast Side in City Council. Chico was the only candidate who filed to run for the 10th Ward seat in next year’s municipal election, according to petitions submitted to...

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Ald. Matt Martin Running Unopposed In North Side’s 47th Ward

NORTH CENTER — For the second election cycle in a row, Ald. Matt Martin will be running unopposed to represent the 47th Ward. Martin succeeded Ameya Pawar in 2019 after the two-term alderman chose not to run again. Martin beat out nine other candidates in 2019, first advancing to a runoff election...

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Chicago skyline at dusk, symbolizing the city's political landscape

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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

As the race for Chicago mayor heats up, 15 candidates have stepped forward to challenge incumbent Brandon Johnson. But the crowded field may soon thin out as petition objections begin, raising the stakes in this high-stakes political contest. This crucial period of petition challenges could...

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Chicago City Council chambers with Mayor Brandon Johnson at the podium during a budget debate

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Chicago alderpersons challenge Johnson's plan for $75 million pension allocation

As the City Council convenes, the tension in the room is palpable. Mayor Brandon Johnson stands at the center of a fiscal storm, grappling with a $75 million pension allocation that could define his political future. This critical debate isn't just about numbers on a ledger; it touches the very...

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Abandoned truck in a parking lot, focus on rear of vehicle

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Truck stolen by escaped Tennessee inmate is found abandoned in Illinois, authorities say

In a startling turn of events that has gripped communities across state lines, an escaped Tennessee inmate, Jacob Morley, managed to steal a truck and make his way to southern Illinois before abandoning it. Authorities are now on high alert, searching for the convicted murderer who vanished without...

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