Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Rhymefest Won't Seek a Recount
Campaign says report will be released next week addressing "election irregularities." Read »
End of the Show for Rhymefest?
Ald. Willie Cochran claims victory, but rapper says not so fast. Read »
Five Runoffs to Watch
Here are next Tuesday's five most interesting aldermanic runoffs. Read »
The Best of Rhymefest
Is alderman candidate Che "Rhymefest" Smith a misogynistic thug, as opponent Willie Cochran claims? Or is he an enlightened poet, as hip-hop experts say. Listen for yourself. Read »
Rhymefest Grabs Former Opponents' Support
The rapper-aldermanic candidate also addresses lyrics controversy. Read »
Lupe Fiasco Stumps for Rhymefest
Meet a candidate who shouldn't have a problem energizing the youth vote. See Full Gallery »
What Rhymes With Alderman?
Rapper Che "Rhymefest" Smith plans to run for 20th Ward Alderman. 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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