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Emanuel Mulls Maggie Daley Tribute Options
Mayor Rahm Emanuel said Tuesday that he's working with the Daley family on an appropriate tribute for Maggie Daley, who was laid to rest a day earlier. Read »
A Chicago Farewell to Maggie Daley
Mrs. Daley's contributions to Chicago education and the arts were felt far and wide in the attendance of hundreds of Chicagoans and dignitaries to her funeral at Old St. Pat's Church. Among those spotted in the... Read »
Michelle Obama, Bidens Attend Daley Funeral
Chicago's role in the national political scene will be evident when several dignitaries come to town for Maggie Daley's funeral. Read »
Memorial Planned for Maggie Daley
Funeral arrangements have been set for Chicago's former first lady Maggie Daley, her family confirmed Friday. A wake will be held Sunday at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., and the funeral will... Read »
Condolences Pour in For Maggie Daley
Condolences continue to pour in after the passing of Chicago's former first lady Maggie Daley, from residents in Daley Plaza to City Hall, even from the White House. "Michelle and I were deeply saddened to learn... Read »
Maggie Left Chicago a Legacy of Kindness
Former first lady will be remembered as a champion of arts, school and healing. 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.
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City Defends Proposed Parking Meter Plan
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Illinois House Approves Concealed Carry Bill
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Are CPS Welcoming Schools Better Than The Closed Ones?
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Rahm, Byrd-Bennett Discuss CPS Closings
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Meet the Kid Who Took on Rahm
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A Tale of Two Schools
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Outbursts, Protests as School Board Closes Schools
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CTU President Reacts to Closure Vote
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Mayor on Political Consequences
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Rahm Pledges With Tornado Recovery If Needed
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Mayor Not Worried About Political Fallout from School Closures
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Quinn 'Open Minded' About Medical Marijuana Bill
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Parents of Sandy Hook Victims Join Quinn in Quest for Gun Control
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Quinn: Pension Reform Before Gaming Bill
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Perception Not Reality On Mag Mile Safety: McCarthy
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Demonstrators Arrested in Final School Closure Fight
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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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