Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Quinn Releases 2012 Tax Returns
Quinn's returns indicate the governor paid $28,400 in federal and $7,716 in state income taxes last year. Read »
Quinn Halts State Funding for UNO Charter
The state contends the United Neighborhood Organization violated the terms of a $98 million grant in choosing companies for Chicago construction projects. The companies it chose are owned by brothers of one... Read »
Quinn Adds Four Counties to Disaster List
Quinn added Clark, Crawford, Lawrence and Warren counties on Thursday. There are now a total of 48 counties on the list including the four announced Thursday. Counties on the list have expanded access to... Read »
Quinn Not Sure About Raising State Speed Limits
The Illinois Senate approved a measure 41-6 Wednesday raising the speed limit from 65 mph to 70 mph. The bill awaits a House vote. Read »
Quinn Signs Tax Relief Law For Seniors
Gov. Pat Quinn on Tuesday signed legislation to reduce property tax bills for Illinois seniors. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Toi Hutchinson (D-Olympia Fields) and Rep. John Bradley (D-Marion), raises the... Read »
Quinn Asks for FEMA Help With Flood Assessments
Governor has issued disaster declarations for 44 Illinois counties after last week's flooding. Read »
Q&A: Why Illinois Racetracks Need Slots
Without slot machines, horse racing in Illinois will die "a slow, miserable death" says the president of Hawthorne Race Course. Read »
Illinois Investors Worried About State Economy
The Chicago area's wealthiest investors are much more nervous about their state's economy than counterparts elsewhere in the nation, according to a poll released Monday that reinforces concerns some companies... Read »
Madigan Leads Quinn in Poll, 30-15
Among Republicans, Bill Brady and Dan Rutherford are tied, 12-12. Read »
Concealed Carry Bill Fails in State House
Gun rights advocates fell silent in the Illinois House on Thursday night after falling seven votes short of approving the public possession of firearms statewide despite a federal court order that gives... Read »
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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.
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
Rascally alchemist transmutes disgrace into fame. Celeb Apprentice buffoon, jail time looms.
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.
Videos
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CTU's Lewis on Re-Election
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Preckwinkle Takes Issue With School Closures
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McCormick Place Wouldn't Automatically Get Chicago Casino: Rahm
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Mayor Seeks to Protect Chicago Interests in State Gun Law
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Rahm Unconcerned About Low Poll Numbers
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Downtown Robberies Come as Summer Tourism Season Starts
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Supporters Laud Plans For Navy Pier, McComick Place Upgrades
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Rahm: People Feel Safe On Michigan Ave.
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Rahm To New Cops: "You Do Not Bear Burden Alone Of Reducing Crime"
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Aldermen: Mayor's Parking Deal Doesn't Add Up
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CTU Files Lawsuits to Stop School Closings
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Rahm Touts "Night Out in the Parks" Initiative
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CTU No Fan of Firefighters on Safe Passage
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Valerie Jarrett Discusses Life In The White House
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IG Report Questions Locations of Chicago Red-Light Cameras
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Alderman Looking at Bonds to Buy Back Parking Meters
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Firefighters Ordered to Provide Safe Passage for Schoolkids
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Protesters Confront Mayor About School Closures
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What's Next for Illinois GOP?
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McCarthy Responds to Grant Application
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