William Beavers
American politician (1935–2024)
William M. Beavers (February 21, 1935 – October 26, 2024) was an American Democratic politician from Illinois. He served as a Chicago alderman, and later as a County Commissioner for the 4th district of Cook County, Illinois, which encompasses part of Chicago's South Side and southern suburbs. He has been convicted of federal tax evasion.
Early life
Beavers was born and raised in Chicago's Kenwood-Oakland neighborhood, one of six children in an African-American family. Beavers' mother worked in retail and as a waitress. Beavers' father was a steel mill worker. Later, Beavers' father worked for a wrecking company and died in an accident on the job. Beavers was educated in the Chicagos and attended Harold Washington College. Beavers was a Chicago police officer for 21 years.
Chicago alderman
Beavers was an alderman of the 7th Ward in Chicago's far south side.
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