Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Brown Beats Muñoz for Court Clerk
"Lies and insults don't work. Today, voters are smarter than that. Today, you the voter's lined-up on the right side, the Dorothy Brown side and I won't let you down." Read »
Brown, Muñoz Play The Dozens
The Circuit Court Clerk candidates spent most of a WTTW debate dogging each other about moral, ethical and political shortcomings. Read »
Ricardo Muñoz
Ricardo Muñoz is running in the Democratic primary race for Cook County Circuit Court Clerk. Read »
Clerk's Race Turns Nasty
Incumbent Dorothy Brown is being challenged by Ald. Ricardo Muñoz (22nd) and the barbs are turning nasty. The issue drawing the biggest attention is the office’s efforts to implement electronic filing for... Read »
Alderman: Don't Block Social Media During Summits
A Chicago alderman wants to make sure the city doesn't look more like Egypt later this spring when leaders from around the world visit for a pair of international summits. Read »
Muñoz Will Seek Rahm's Support
The alderman will "court" the mayor for his support, despite endorsing an opponent during the election. Read »
Mendoza and Muñoz Square Off on Little Pawn Shops
Ald. Ricardo Muñoz is miffed that City Clerk Susana Mendoza is trying to block a new pawn shop in Little Village. Read »
Muñoz to Seek Non-Aldermanic Post Next Year
Independent alderman plans on challenging incumbent Dorothy Brown for her seat as the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County. 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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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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City Defends Proposed Parking Meter Plan
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Illinois House Approves Concealed Carry Bill
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Are CPS Welcoming Schools Better Than The Closed Ones?
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Rahm, Byrd-Bennett Discuss CPS Closings
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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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