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Johnson’s Picks for Police Oversight Board

This week, seven Chicago residents were selected to serve on the permanent commission overseeing the city’s police department, a decision City Council will now have to confirm. Mayor Brandon Johnson was supposed to make his picks April 7. [WTTW]

Does Burke Deserve ‘Leniency?’

In a letter unsealed Tuesday, former mayoral candidate Paul Vallas asked a federal judge to show “leniency” to the former alder who was convicted on 13 of 14 corruption counts in December. Ed Burke is scheduled to be sentenced next month. [WGN]

Who Wants to Be on Mayor’s Youth Commission?

Applications for the next cohort of the Mayor’s Youth Commission are now open. The body was founded in 2019 so young people could have more representation in city government. But what is serving on the commission actually like? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Scoring a Mother’s Day brunch reservation can be tough. But no need to scramble before the holiday next weekend: Chicago City Casters are sharing our favorite Mother’s Day brunch plans to help inspire you.

Dawn A.M. Eatery

City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran wants to take his mom to the Southern–style brunch spot that opened in Hyde Park this winter. They have smoked salmon deviled eggs, cornbread French toast, and plenty of vegan options 🤤

La Josie

City Cast Chicago producer Michelle Navarro has La Josie on the brain. The 2023 Michelin Bib Gourmand Award winner in West Loop serves dulce de leche toast and carnitas skillets. They also have three agave bars, including one on a rooftop.

Batter & Berries

City Cast Chicago executive producer Simone Alicea wants to go back to for the best French toast she’s ever had at the Lincoln Park (or Olympia Fields) location. The only problem? They don't take reservations 😥

Kimski

Your fav newsletter editor’s mom doesn’t like waking up early nor does she enjoy brunch. That’s why I’d take her to this Bridgeport eatery that opens later in the day and celebrates her Korean–Polish heritage.

Who is headed to Tinley Park to catch a concert this summer? If you find yourself in the area, here’s what to know and what to do.

The south suburb was located on the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad in the mid-19th century, which helped bring in a wave of commerce and industry to the area like a washing machine factory and a soda bottling plant. After World War II, the area’s population grew rapidly.

Tinley continues to attract families today — including Chicago North Side native Stephanie Pyrzynski, who started her blog, Tinley Park Mom, in 2017. She is sharing a jam-packed itinerary.

Something to Eat

• Frankie’s Ristorante is one of the rare restaurants this far from the city that brings the fine dining experience to the suburbs.
• Pekoe & Bean is a lovely tearoom that serves lavender lattés, macarons, scones, and full afternoon tea party offerings.
• Tandoori House is a new restaurant. Pyrzynski recommends the fresh vegetables, naan, and tandoori chicken.
• Plush Horse is a delightful ice cream shop with Superman and Cookie Monster flavors and ice cream roll cakes.

Something to See

• Zabrocki Plaza is in the heart of downtown Tinley. This is where you can hop on the Metra, check out the creative artwork on benches, or picnic by the fountain.
• Tinley Park Library has a boardwalk that takes you through the preserved wetland the library shares. The entire second floor has a kids play area and booths for tweens and teens to chill.
• The Vogt House was recently renovated and restored by new brewery and taproom Banging Gavel. It is a jewel from 1865 brought back to its shining glory.

Something to Do

• Tinley Park Roller Rink is the kind of time capsule worth visiting.
• White Water Canyon Water Park has two large pools, a lazy river, tall slides, diving boards, and a sand play area.
• Forest View Farms has welcomed horse lovers of all ages and abilities for decades. The staff is patient with little ones at the horse and petting farm.
• Volunteer Park is THE playground and park for your kids.
• Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre has hosted legendary performers. Catch New Kids On The Block and Janet Jackson this summer!