Chicago City Council approves Michael McMurray as new aviation commissioner

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago City Council has voted to approve the appointment of Michael McMurray as the city's new aviation commissioner.

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McMurray is an attorney and former construction executive.

He will take over for Jamie Rhee, who retired this year after over 6 years on the job.

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Also on Wednesday, City Council deferred a vote on a so-called "snap curfew" for young people to their next meeting.

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