Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Daley on Being Chicago's Mayor: 'Best Job in America'
Richard Daley still calls his former job as Chicago mayor “the best job in America.” Since leaving city hall, Daley has stayed out of the spotlight and has waved off most interview requests. Nearly a year after... Read »
Richard Daley Looks Back on Wife's Death
Former Chicago Mayor Richard Daley knows it'll soon be a year since his wife passed away from breast cancer but said he still looks to her as a source of strength. Read »
Rahm Names New Park After Maggie Daley
A new downtown park will be named in honor of Chicago's late former first lady Maggie Daley, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced Saturday morning. Read »
City Council Honors Maggie Daley
During its first meeting of the year, the Chicago City Council formally remembered the late Maggie Daley. Though a permanent memorial for Chicago's former first lady has yet to be seen, city council on Wednesday... Read »
City Removing 2 Workers from After School Matters
Two city employees working for After School Matters will be removed from the Maggie Daley-founded charity in early 2012, according to a city statement. Read »
Emanuel Mulls Maggie Daley Tribute Options
Mayor Rahm Emanuel said Tuesday that he's working with the Daley family on an appropriate tribute for Maggie Daley, who was laid to rest a day earlier. Read »
A Chicago Farewell to Maggie Daley
Mrs. Daley's contributions to Chicago education and the arts were felt far and wide in the attendance of hundreds of Chicagoans and dignitaries to her funeral at Old St. Pat's Church. Among those spotted in the... Read »
Photos: Maggie Daley's Funeral
Mourners gathered at Old St. Pat's to remember Chicago's former first lady one... See Full Gallery »
Michelle Obama, Bidens Attend Daley Funeral
Chicago's role in the national political scene will be evident when several dignitaries come to town for Maggie Daley's funeral. Read »
Memorial Planned for Maggie Daley
Funeral arrangements have been set for Chicago's former first lady Maggie Daley, her family confirmed Friday. A wake will be held Sunday at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., and the funeral will... 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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Meet the Kid Who Took on Rahm
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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.
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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