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Gov. Quinn
Sunday, Jun 16, 2013 at 3:18 PM
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By Kerry Lester

Pension Fight Shows Democratic Leader Differences

Pension Fight Shows Democratic Leader Differences

As lawmakers strain again this week to find a fix for the state's $97 billion pension crisis, the stalemate between House Speaker Michael Madigan and Senate President John Cullerton highlights the evolving... Read »

CPS
Sunday, Jun 16, 2013 at 12:56 PM
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By Associated Press

Chicago to Hire 600 for School Safe-Passage Routes

Chicago to Hire 600 for School Safe-Passage Routes

The city of Chicago, which plans to close dozens of schools this summer to save money, has received 11,000 requests for help getting children to their new schools along safe-passage routes. Read »

Governor Pat Quinn
Monday, Jun 17, 2013 at 4:08 PM
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By Associated Press

Quinn Wants Residents to Buy Illinois Produce

Quinn Wants Residents to Buy Illinois Produce

Gov. Pat Quinn wants Illinois residents to buy fruits and vegetables that are produced in-state. Read »

Rahm Emanuel
Sunday, Jun 16, 2013 at 12:15 PM
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By Lisa Balde

Extended Parking Meter Hours Start Two Weeks Early

Extended Parking Meter Hours Start Two Weeks Early

Longer weekday meter hours and free Sunday parking in most Chicago neighborhoods start two weeks early as part of a new deal with the private company that owns the city's meters, the mayor's office announced. Read »

Bill Clinton
Friday, Jun 14, 2013 at 6:49 AM
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By Associated Press

NJ Gov. Christie To Appear With Bill Clinton in Chicago

NJ Gov. Christie To Appear With Bill Clinton in Chicago

Political observers will be closely watching as New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie participates in a discussion at the Clinton Global Initiative in Chicago. Read »

Chicago Blackhawks
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2013 at 6:59 PM
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By Mary Ann Ahern
      

Rahm's Secret Service Name: Blackhawk

“When I was in the White House, you get a Secret Service code name, my Secret Service code name was Blackhawk," Emanuel told NBC Chicago Wednesday. "I have an affinity, not just as the mayor of Chicago, I really... Read »

Quinn
Tuesday, Jun 11, 2013 at 11:22 AM
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By Associated Press

Governor Quinn Bets on Blackhawks Win

Governor Quinn Bets on Blackhawks Win

Quinn's office said in a release Tuesday that the governor of the losing team's state will volunteer at a food bank of the winning governor's choice. That means Patrick would volunteer at the Greater Chicago... Read »

Rahm Emanuel
Tuesday, Jun 11, 2013 at 11:37 AM
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By Associated Press

Chicago Tourism Near All Time High

Chicago Tourism Near All Time High

In 2012, 45 million U.S. visitors came to Chicago, up 6.2 percent from the year before. Meanwhile, international tourism climbed to 1.2 million people, up 3.2 percent from 2011. Read »

Barbara Byrd-Bennett
Monday, Jun 10, 2013 at 7:57 PM
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By Phil Rogers

Teachers Blast CPS' 5-Year Blueprint

Teachers Blast CPS' 5-Year Blueprint

Teachers say they weren't included in the planning, calling her education plan one which will "foster mistrust, alienation and lowered expectations." Read »

Chicago
Sunday, Jun 9, 2013 at 9:52 AM
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By Associated Press
      

Emanuel, Nike Announce Chicago Basketball Clinics

The city of Chicago is teaming with Nike to offer free basketball clinics and a safe place for kids to play this summer. 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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