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Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 5:43 PM
McCormick Place Wouldn't Automatically Get Chicago Casino: Rahm

McCormick Place Wouldn't Automatically Get Chicago Casino: Rahm

Mayor Rahm Emanuel says despite $300 millon in upgrades to the McCormick Place area, the location of a Chicago casino -- if it gets one -- is still very much up in the air. Watch »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 5:42 PM
Mayor Seeks to Protect Chicago Interests in State Gun Law

Mayor Seeks to Protect Chicago Interests in State Gun Law

Mayor Rahm Emanuel concerned court-mandated change in state gun laws could lead to people carrying guns on CTA, Wrigley Field and other public areas in Chicago. Watch »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 6:16 PM
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By Marcus Riley
      

Rahm: People Feel Safe on Michigan Avenue

Mayor briefly discusses woman's mugging on Magnificent Mile. Read »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 5:01 PM
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By Associated Press

Illinois Senate Committee OKs Concealed Carry Proposal

Illinois Senate Committee OKs Concealed Carry Proposal

Sen. Kwame Raoul's measure would allow gun owners to apply to the Illinois State Police for a permit. Read »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 1:47 PM
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By Edward McClelland

The Illinois GOP Is un-Illinoisan

The Illinois GOP Is un-Illinoisan

A party whose ideology is determined by conservative Southerners can never succeed in the Land of Lincoln. Read »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 4:47 PM
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By Alexandria Fisher
      

Rahm Touts McCormick Place Redevelopment Plan

Rahm Emanuel isn’t holding back on his second anniversary as mayor of Chicago as he celebrated by announcing major renovations to the city’s prized McCormick Place. Read »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 1:24 PM
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By Edward McClelland

How Chicago Got Its Radical Roots

How Chicago Got Its Radical Roots

Relive the city's radical history on a June 2 tour of Forest Home/Waldheim Cemetery in Forest Park. Read »

Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 11:21 AM
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By Edward McClelland

Few Barriers Left For Black Politicians in Illinois

Few Barriers Left For Black Politicians in Illinois

African-Americans have had more political success in Illinois than any other state -- but there are still a few offices they haven't held. Read »

Friday, May 17, 2013 at 8:33 PM
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By Lauren Petty
      

Navy Pier Set For Massive Makeover

Construction on $278 million redevelopment plan will begin this fall. Read »

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 8:18 PM
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By Mary Ann Ahern
      

Aldermen: Mayor's Parking Deal Doesn't Add Up

Several Chicago aldermen are taking a close look at Mayor Rahm Emanuel's revised deal with the private company that manages the city's parking meters and wondering aloud if it's the best deal the city can get. Read »

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Who We're Covering
Barack Obama

Barack Obama

He's in the fight for his political life. Should he lose the 2012 election for the presidency, he'll likely move back to Chicago's Kenwood Neighborhood and instantly become Chicago's biggest celebrity.

Rahm Emanuel

Rahm Emanuel

Foul mouthed, iron-fisted and arrogant. Say hello to Mayor Emanuel.

Jesse Jackson Jr.

Jesse Jackson Jr.

After spending much of the past year and a half out of the public eye Triple J is making a comeback!

Rod Blagojevich

Rod Blagojevich

Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.

Joe Walsh

Joe Walsh

Tea Party conservative who likes to say no, will have to talk more about his personal life if he wants a second term.

Pat Quinn

Pat Quinn

Accidental gov no longer.

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Authors
Phil Rogers Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
Mary Ann Ahern WMAQ's Political Reporter since 2006, not afraid of a challenge. Read full bio .
Edward McClelland Author whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Salon and Slate. Reach him on Twitter using @tedmcclelland.
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