Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Illinois Senate OKs Health Coverage Exchange Plan
Lawmakers voted Thursday 37-19 to send the House a bill -- HB3227 -- establishing the Illinois Health Insurance Marketplace. Read »
Quinn Expected to Sign New Sex Education Bill
Gov. Pat Quinn is expected to sign a bill that could potentially provide students with information about birth control. Read »
Opinion: How to Marry Your Gay Cousin
According to the Religious Freedom and Marital Fairness Act, gay cousins can marry -- as long as one is incapable of having children. Read »
Bill Clinton Urges Illinois House To Approve Gay Marriage
Former President Bill Clinton threw his weight behind stalled legislation to legalize same-sex marriage in Illinois, calling on the state House to approve the bill. Read »
State Senate Committee OKs Ammunition Limit
Legislation to ban magazines that hold more than 10 rounds advances with 12-3 vote. Read »
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 »
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 »
Sandack Withdraws From Race For GOP Chairman, Cites Gay Marriage
The Downers Grove state representative's withdrawal leaves seven candidates for the party chairmanship. Read »
San Diego Eliminates Red Light Cameras
Joins Los Angeles among California cities doing away with the program, saying it doesn't improve safety, aggravates residents and discourages tourists. Read »
Federal Funds Available for Illinois Flood Victims
The president's action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in the counties of Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Fulton, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, McHenry, and Will. 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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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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Rahm Unconcerned About Low Poll Numbers
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Downtown Robberies Come as Summer Tourism Season Starts
Authors
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