Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Committee Approves $22.5M in Alleged Misconduct Case
Chicago's City Council Finance Committee has approved a multi-million dollar settlement that would avoid a trial in a 2006 case alleging police misconduct. Christina Eilman was dropped off by Chicago police... Read »
Jackson a No-Show on Eve of Resignation
Ald. Sandi Jackson's resignation from the Chicago City Council may be effective Tuesday, but constituents will still be able to get services from the ward office, staffers said. Read »
Citizens, Politicians React to Sandi Jackson Resignation
Ald. Sandi Jackson was one half of a major political power couple. Her husband, Jesse Jackson Jr., resigned from Congress in November amid a federal investigation and health issues. Now the alderman is leaving... Read »
Alderman Sandi Jackson Resigns
Resignation comes a little less than two months after her husband, Jesse Jackson, resigned as Illinois' 2nd District Congressman amid a federal probe. Read »
Emanuel to Propose New Gun Control Ordinance
He was scant on details, but Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Thursday said he will propose new gun control measures in an upcoming City Council session that he says are "common sense" and will withstand legal... Read »
Illinois' First Abolitionist Was A Chicago Alderman
Ira Miltmore, who was elected an alderman of the Third Ward in 1844, was the first Illinois politician to favor abolishing slavery. Read »
Alderman Also a P.I. Licensed to Carry
Chicago alderman Ed Burke is a licensed private detective. In addition he’s approved to carry a semi-automatic weapon. And according to state records he's also a private security contractor, trained and... Read »
Council Approves Digital Billboards Plan
Chicago's City Council on Wednesday voted 43 to 6 to approve a 20-year digital billboards proposal after an hour of discussion and several comments against the plan. Read »
Mayor Dumps City Hall Ethics Panel
Board is charged with administering and enforcing the city's ethics and campaign financing ordinances, which regulate the conduct of city employees, city vendors, lobbyists, appointed officials and elected... Read »
Whistle-Blower Protection Vote on Council Agenda
An expansion of whistle-blower protections, two big settlements and a whole new city Ethics Board are up for vote Wednesday at Chicago's City Council meeting. Here's a breakdown of the issues. Read »
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Who We're Covering
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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.
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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Phil Rogers
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