William D. Burns | |
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 Portrait, 2013 | |
| Chicago Alderman from the 4th ward | |
| In office May 2011 – February 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Shirley Newsome |
| Succeeded by | Sophia King |
| Member of the Illinois House of Representatives from the 26th district | |
| In office January 2009 – May 2011 | |
| Preceded by | Elga L. Jefferies |
| Succeeded by | Kimberly du Buclet |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 22, 1973 Cleveland, Ohio |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | Athena |
| Residence | Chicago, Illinois |
| Alma mater | University of Chicago |
William D. Burns (born August 22, 1973 in Cleveland, Ohio) is an American politician and businessman, a former member of the Chicago City Council, representing Chicago's 4th ward, and the State House.[1] A member of the Democratic Party, Burns represented the 26th District in the Illinois House of Representatives from 2008 through 2011. After winning election as an alderman on February 22, 2011, he resigned as a state legislator.[2] In February 2016, Alderman Burns announced his resignation from the Chicago City Council to take a job with Airbnb.[3]
- ^ "Alderman William D. Burns". City of Chicago. Retrieved 12 March 2012.
- ^ "Hyde Park gets new state representative". Chicago Tribune. 14 May 2011. Retrieved 12 March 2012.
- ^ Dardick, Hal (2016-02-01). "Emanuel ally Ald. Burns quits, takes Airbnb job". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 2016-03-24.