Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Every Girl's Crazy 'Bout A Sharp Dressed Alderman
Ald. Edward Burke, he of the pinstriped suits, matching tie and handkerchief and monogrammed cufflinks, makes Today's Chicago Woman's "A List" of best-dressed Chicagoans. Read »
Ed Burke: Style Icon
14th Ward Alderman Ed Burke is known for his suave look and debonair style.... See Full Gallery »
The Shadiest Ward In Chicago
From Thomas E. Keane to Joe Berrios, the 31st Ward has produced an unparalleled collection of political rogues. Read »
Abolish the City Clerk's Office
Do you know why our city clerk's keep messing up the city sticker? Because they don't really want to be city clerk! So let's appoint a bureaucrat instead. Read »
All the Hot Committeeman's Races!
The most exciting elections for the office you've never heard of. Read »
The Real "Sit Down And Shut Up" Ordinance
Aldermen want to prohibit audience members from making any public displays at Council meeting. That goes too far, but so does the Occupy movement's habit of disrupting politicians. Read »
How Much Does Your Alderman Earn?
The Chicago Tribune reveals which aldermanic have taken all their pay raises, and which are still getting by on $104,101 a year. Read »
Student Turns Ward Map Into Jigsaw Puzzle
IIT student Andrew Bayley thinks the fact that you can turn the new ward map into a toy proves that aldermen treated the city like one in their quest for self-preservation. Read »
Council Allocates $525K to Settle Police Beating Case
Autistic boy needed eight stitches to close gash in his head after he was beaten by two police officers. Read »
Burke's Brother a Legislator and a Lobbyist
According to a report by the Chicago News Cooperative, Rep. Dan Burke voted for a bill that benefited a lobbying client. 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"
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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