Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
CTU Prez: School Closure Plan Racist, Classist
The Chicago Teacher's Union didn't mince words in reacting to the possible closure of 54 Chicago Public Schools. Read »
CPS to Shutter 54 Schools in Closure Plan
District CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett on Thursday announced which schools would be targeted for closure. Read »
Schools CEO: Delaying Closures Would be 'Criminal'
As the parents of special needs students rallied at Chicago Public Schools headquarters to protest potential school closures, schools CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett was at a west side elementary school proclaiming... Read »
Emanuel Says Casino Profits Would Support Education
Blackjack, craps and poker may be the answer to improving Chicago’s school facilities according to a pledge made by Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Read »
Commission Recommends No High School Closures
Opinions of the Commission on School Utilization come after nearly a dozen public meetings in which the panel heard from parents, teachers, students, administrators and community activists. Read »
CPS Proposes 6 New Schools — 5 Charter & 1 Contract
A public hearing to help decide what schools will close next year drew 100 parents, teachers and community members angry not only about the closings but about CPS’ decision Friday to hike the number of new... Read »
Quinn Signs Bill to Delay School Closures
Chicago Public Schools now have until March 31 to put compile a list of school closures. Read »
Schools Chief Offers Five-Year Ban on School Closures
The head of the Chicago Public Schools on Monday said she wants a five-year ban on school closings, but not until after the next round of cuts. Read »
CPS Offers Another Incentive To Keep Parents Involved
Chicago Public Schools wants to keep parents involved with their kids. After offering Walgreens gift cards to inspire parents to pick up their child's report cards last week, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and schools... Read »
City Schools Graded "F" in Attendance, Report
Chicago Public Schools fail to make the grade when it comes to attendance, according to a report that graded city schools with an “F” in that category. 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.
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Rod Blagojevich
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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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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
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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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