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PI Original
by Ellyn Fortino
6:15pm
Wed May 8

During Chaotic City Council Meeting, Emanuel Introduces Parking Meter Deal Changes & LGBT Athlete Resolution Passes

Here's a look at some of the highlights from today's Chicago City Council meeting.

PI Original
by Ellyn Fortino
7:12pm
Tue May 7

LGBT Advocates, Sports Leaders Urge Chicago City Council To Pass Resolution In Support Of Gay Athletes (VIDEO)

Chicago-area LGBT organizations and members of the sports world testified at a public hearing Tuesday in support of a resolution that encourages commissioners of major sports leagues to publicly state support for their gay athletes. The resolution is expected to go up for a full city council vote Wednesday.

Quick Hit
by Ashlee Rezin
3:01pm
Mon May 6

Protesters On Both Sides Of Marriage Equality Issue Converge At Rep. Sandack's Office (VIDEO)

State Rep. Ron Sandack (R-Downers Grove), one of two Republicans in the Illinois House to publicly express support for same-sex marriage, defended his position Saturday in front of rival organizations demonstrating outside his office.

Activist groups from both sides of the issue gathered to condemn or cheer on Sandack, who in February declared his support for the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act, SB 10.

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