Alderman Raymond Lopez

06/02/2026

It was a privilege welcoming the Israeli Consul General and international government leaders to the Council Chamber today to discuss a wide variety of topics here & abroad with my friend and colleague Ald. Debra Silverstein (50) 🇮🇱 🇮🇹 🇩🇪

06/02/2026

Today we honor the memory & living legacy of Officer Alejandro “Alex” Valadez, killed in the line of duty seventeen years ago today on the 6000 block of S Hermitage Avenue.

While we are called to remember the names of our city’s heroes, we must also honor the memory for fighting for the values they believed in the city they, and we, love.

God bless the Valadez family for their sacrifice and continued support of Alex’s brothers & sisters in the Chicago Police Department.

06/01/2026

City crews are out in force today putting your taxpayer dollars to work for you in your neighborhood!

05/31/2026

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The vice president of an iconic Chicago funeral home has died.

Spencer Leak Jr., VP of Leak and Sons Funeral Homes, has died, the funeral home confirmed to WGN-TV News this afternoon.

What we know so far: https://shorturl.at/Bbxm5

05/30/2026

Great to meet concerned residents during our Conversation with a Councilor with 008 District Councilor Jason Huff. Special thanks to Carmelo’s for hosting us today. People want safe communities, improved police/public relations, and leaders willing to be responsive to the needs of our neighborhoods.

Thank you to Board of Review Commissioner George Cardenas for joining us & making your team available to help property owners struggling with high assessments.

05/30/2026

05/30/2026

Looking forward to joining “The Boys from Bridgeport” this morning. Join the show at 773-763-9278!

05/29/2026

Delivering new carts helps cut down on a rat’s access to food. Call the ward office today at 773-823-1539 if your garbage cart is broken, has holes or missing its lid!

05/29/2026

Yesterday an intentional fire was set on the 5000 block of S Campbell Avenue. An escalation of a domestic call ended fatally with two additional buildings impacted & 18 neighbors being displaced.

Please keep all impacted in your prayers. As details of supportive efforts become available, it will be shared accordingly.

05/28/2026

🚨 Attention Gage Park & Chicago Lawn 🚨

Join 008 District Councilor Jason Huff & me this Saturday at Carmelo’s to discuss whatever public safety & policing issues are on your mind!