Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Obama, Kirk Exchange Exploding Fist Bump
As Obama advanced toward the podium to give his State of the Union address Tuesday, he spied Illinois Sen. Mark Kirk, ushered Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Martin Dempsey out of the way, and offered the... Read »
Kirk Invites Therapist to State of the Union
Senator invited Mike Klonowski because he wants to highlight the work physical therapists do, spokesman said. Read »
Kirk To Return To Senate After Major Stroke
Illinois senator credits his staff at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago for pushing him when he thought he couldn't do it. Read »
Congress Returns to Work; Sen. Kirk Stays Home
Sen. Mark Kirk's office said Monday the Republican will continue to work from his home in Illinois as he continues to recover from his January stroke. Read »
Sen. Kirk Visits With Polish President
The two men met in Kirk's Chicago office, where Kirk was awarded the Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland. Read »
Kirk Releases First Post-Stroke Video
An online video released Tuesday gives a glimpse into the damage a January stroke did to Sen. Mark Kirk's body and the extent to which he's recovered in just three months. Read »
Kirk Returns Home After Stroke
Three months after suffering a stroke, Sen. Mark Kirk is "home with family" to continue his rehabilitation, his staff said Thursday. "We are happy to say that after suffering a stroke in January, Mark has... Read »
Kirk Working on Iran Bill During Recovery
Sen. Mark Kirk is unable to be in Washington as he recovers from the stroke he suffered, but he apparently is working behind the scenes to shape an Iran sanctions bill. Read »
First Post-Stroke Photo of Mark Kirk Released
The first photo of Sen. Mark Kirk was released Tuesday, three months after the Illinois Republican suffered a stroke. Kirk's staff also offered a more comprehensive update on his progress. “Senator Kirk remains... 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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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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