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Rahm Emanuel
Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 6:16 PM
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By Marcus Riley
      

Rahm: People Feel Safe on Michigan Avenue

Mayor briefly discusses woman's mugging on Magnificent Mile. Read »

Rahm Emanuel
Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 4:47 PM
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By Alexandria Fisher
      

Rahm Touts McCormick Place Redevelopment Plan

Rahm Emanuel isn’t holding back on his second anniversary as mayor of Chicago as he celebrated by announcing major renovations to the city’s prized McCormick Place. Read »

Barack Obama
Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 11:21 AM
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By Edward McClelland

Few Barriers Left For Black Politicians in Illinois

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 »

Rahm Emanuel
Friday, May 17, 2013 at 8:33 PM
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By Lauren Petty
      

Navy Pier Set For Massive Makeover

Construction on $278 million redevelopment plan will begin this fall. Read »

Parking Meter Deal
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 8:18 PM
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By Mary Ann Ahern
      

Aldermen: Mayor's Parking Deal Doesn't Add Up

Several Chicago aldermen are taking a close look at Mayor Rahm Emanuel's revised deal with the private company that manages the city's parking meters and wondering aloud if it's the best deal the city can get. Read »

Chicago Violence
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 7:57 PM
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By Marcus Riley
      

Rahm, McCarthy Reassure New Chicago Cops

Rahm: "You do not bear burden alone of reducing crime." Read »

Sandack
Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 1:12 PM
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By Edward McClelland

Sandack Withdraws From Race For GOP Chairman, Cites Gay Marriage

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 »

CPS Closures
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 11:27 PM
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By Christian Farr
      

CTU No Fan of Firefighters on Safe Passage

Officials with the Chicago Teachers Union say a recent order for Chicago firefighters to provide Safe Passage is an admission the city's school closure plan hasn't been well thought out. Read »

Chicago
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 4:28 PM
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By Edward McClelland

San Diego Eliminates Red Light Cameras

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 »

Parking Meter Deal
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 2:33 AM
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By Dick Johnson
      

Alderman Looking at Bonds to Buy Back Parking Meters

Ald. Brendan Reilly (2nd) acknowledged Monday that he's been meeting with municipal bond experts in hopes the city could buy back the meters leased to Chicago Parking Meters LLC four years ago under former Mayor... 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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Authors
Phil Rogers Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
Mary Ann Ahern WMAQ's Political Reporter since 2006, not afraid of a challenge. Read full bio .
Edward McClelland Author whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Salon and Slate. Reach him on Twitter using @tedmcclelland.
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