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Rahm Not Worried About Lagging Poll Numbers
Mayor says he's focused on making tough decisions. Read »
Rahm: People Feel Safe on Michigan Avenue
Mayor briefly discusses woman's mugging on Magnificent Mile. Read »
Rahm Touts McCormick Place Redevelopment Plan
Rahm Emanuel isn’t holding back on his second anniversary as mayor of Chicago as he celebrated by announcing major renovations to the city’s prized McCormick Place. Read »
Navy Pier Set For Massive Makeover
Construction on $278 million redevelopment plan will begin this fall. Read »
Aldermen: Mayor's Parking Deal Doesn't Add Up
Several Chicago aldermen are taking a close look at Mayor Rahm Emanuel's revised deal with the private company that manages the city's parking meters and wondering aloud if it's the best deal the city can get. Read »
Rahm, McCarthy Reassure New Chicago Cops
Rahm: "You do not bear burden alone of reducing crime." Read »
CTU Files Lawsuits to Stop School Closings
The Chicago Teachers Union plans to file two federal lawsuits Wednesday to stop the city's school district from closing 53 elementary schools. Read »
San Diego Eliminates Red Light Cameras
Joins Los Angeles among California cities doing away with the program, saying it doesn't improve safety, aggravates residents and discourages tourists. Read »
Opinion: Are Casinos "City Ruiners"?
As the General Assembly considers another gambling bill, urban theorist Richard Florida says a casino is a sign of decaying city. Read »
Report Questions Chicago's Red-Light Program
A new report from Chicago's inspector general finds safety might not be the city's main goal for where it chooses to locate red light cameras. In some cases, the report finds, it's not clear why some spots were... 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.
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Tea Party conservative who likes to say no, will have to talk more about his personal life if he wants a second term.
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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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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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