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Valerie Jarrett Discusses Life In The White House
One of President Barack Obama's closest advisers talks to Carol Marin about the stress and joy of working with the most powerful man in the world. Watch »
Chicago Officer Among Those Honored by Obama
Del Pearson is among 43 recipients of the 2013 National Association of Police Organizations' TOP COPS award. Read »
New Jihadi Magazine Targets American Drones, Obama
The magazine features a poster featuring crosshairs covering an image of President Obama, with the words, “Wanted Dead Only." A secondary caption states, "Barack Obama, mass murderer. Reward: in the hereafter." Read »
Farrakhan Speech to Touch on Tough Economic Times
Thousands of Nation of Islam followers have gathered to hear a speech by Minister Louis Farrakhan near downtown Chicago. Read »
Teens Talk to Rahm About Solutions to Violence
More than 500 teens are expected to submit their proposals and brainstorm with Chicago officials Saturday afternoon, including Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Read »
Obama Heads to Chicago to Address Economy, Gun Violence
President Barack Obama will travel to Chicago Friday to talk about strengthening the U.S. economy as well as city gun violence. Read »
Emanuel Preferred Second Inaugural to First
Four years ago, Emanuel was the new White House Chief of Staff with a lot on his plate. Read »
President in Chicago for Election Day
President Barack Obama arrived back in Chicago early Tuesday in advance of his Election Night event at McCormick Place. Read »
Obama Impersonator Seeks 4 More Years
Reggie Brown's thriving career could be curtailed by a Romney victory. 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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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
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Alderman Looking at Bonds to Buy Back Parking Meters
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Firefighters Ordered to Provide Safe Passage for Schoolkids
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Protesters Confront Mayor About School Closures
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What's Next for Illinois GOP?
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McCarthy Responds to Grant Application
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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