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Council Approves Pot Tickets Over Arrests
The Chicago City Council Wednesday voted 43-3 to approve a new city pot policy. The ordinance gives police the option to issue a ticket for possession of 15 grams of marijuana or less. Arrests would still be... Read »
Rahm's Pot Plan Faces Full Council
The City Council enters another packed session at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Here are some of the big issues on the table and what else to expect: marijuana tickets, gun-control revamp, food-truck changes, and a taxi... Read »
Alderman Calls for ID Checks at Scrap Metal Recyclers
Ald. Jason Ervin (28th) said someone stole aluminum siding off his home just two weeks ago. Read »
City Gives $5.2M Subsidy to Hyde Park Hotel
New Hyatt-branded hotel slated for the corner of Harper Avenue and East 52nd Place. Read »
City Council Approves $12M for Protesters' Settlement
More than 800 plaintiffs in the class-action suit claim police trapped and arrested them during a 2003 protest on Michigan Avenue without giving clear orders to leave. Read »
Council Approves Outdoor Produce Stands
Chicago City Council on Wednesday approved an ordinance that makes it possible for vendors to sell their products from movable outdoor stands. Read »
Council Approves Teen Tan Ban
Chicago tanning salons that allow teens to fake bake will face fines up to $250 after action taken Wednesday by the City Council. Read »
What to Expect During Today's City Council
Chicago's City Council meets this morning at 10 a.m. On the docket are several items you'll want to be aware of. Take a look: Read »
Council Approves Slashing City Business Licenses
The City Council on Wednesday approved an ordinance to reduce the number of Chicago business licenses from 117 to 49 and make it easier for dogs to accompany their owners on restaurant patios. Read »
Opinion: Why They Voted For (And Against) Speed Cameras
Aldermen testify on the speed camera ordinance, which passed 33-14 today: “If other aldermen don’t want cameras, give them to me. I’ll put them in my ward," James Balcer (11th) said. 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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Mayor Emanuel Talks Hawks
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McCarthy: We're Making Progress on Crime
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Bill Daley Explores Run for Governor
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Bill Daley To Explore Run For Governor
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Lisa Madigan on Possible Run for Governor
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Emanuel on Governor's Race
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Emanuel on Crime Stats
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Rahm Welcomes Bulls Training Facility To West Side
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Key Democrats Meet To Discuss Pension Plan
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Quinn to Madigan, Cullerton: Do Your Jobs
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