Brighton Park

Also known as McKinley Park · Brighton Park community area · Wards 12, 14 and 15

Julia M. Ramirez12th Ward · 81% of Brighton Park

Jeylú B. Gutiérrez14th Ward · 10% of Brighton Park

Raymond A. Lopez15th Ward · 9% of Brighton Park

Stories

Brighton Park · New City

Ald. Raymond Lopez closed the 15th Ward to Airbnb without a word, then went loud on the Mayor

A profile of Ald. Raymond Lopez (15th Ward): 20 precinct bans passed without debate, a lone no on $14 million in settlements, and a fight over who controls the City's debt.

Oct 16, 2026

Brighton Park · Gage Park

Chicago bans new Airbnbs in 71 precincts, from Gage Park and West Lawn to Norwood Park

The City Council voted Sept. 23 to bar new Airbnb-style short-term rentals for four years in 71 precincts in the 15th, 23rd, 29th and 41st wards.

Oct 15, 2026