Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Quinn Proposes Ban on Assault Weapons
The Chicago Democrat used his amendatory veto power Tuesday to call for changes in a bill related to in-state ammunition sales. It's now up to lawmakers to accept or reject the changes. Read »
Girl Petitions Quinn to Ban Plastic Bags
Abby Goldberg delivered more than 150,000 signatures to Gov. Quinn's office to stop him from signing a proposal that would prevent towns from banning plastic bags. Read »
Budget Scraps Funds for Prisons to Close
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed a $33.7 billion state budget Saturday that blocks the spending of millions of dollars the legislature had allocated for prisons and mental health facilities that he is intent on... Read »
First Lady Joins Quinn to Sign Military Legislation
First Lady Michelle Obama plans to make full use of her trip to Chicago next week. Besides hosting two fundraisers, she also will attend the signing of new legislation by Gov. Pat Quinn, according to the... Read »
Quinn Headed to Belgium to Promote Illinois
Gov. Pat Quinn will travel Wednesday to Brussels, Belgium, where he's expected to promote Illinois exports, tourism and investment in the state. He also will meet with ambassadors and other officials... Read »
Rahm, Quinn Announce New Olive-Harvey Facility
Olive-Harvey College got some good news Tuesday from local leaders. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Gov. Pat Quinn announced the construction of the Transportation, Distribution & Logistics (TDL) Center at... Read »
Agreement Reached on Keeping State Facilities Open
Lawmakers agree to reallocate existing resources. Read »
Who's Paying for Quinn's Trip to China?
The partially tax-payer funded trip comes out of a marketing budget derived from hotel motel taxes, Quinn's office 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.
Videos
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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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Aldermen: Mayor's Parking Deal Doesn't Add Up
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CTU Files Lawsuits to Stop School Closings
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Rahm Touts "Night Out in the Parks" Initiative
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CTU No Fan of Firefighters on Safe Passage
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Valerie Jarrett Discusses Life In The White House
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IG Report Questions Locations of Chicago Red-Light Cameras
Authors
Phil Rogers
Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
Mary Ann Ahern
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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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