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Great Political Quotes Quiz
Name the source of these famous Chicago political quotes. Read »
New Vanecko Judge Has Daley Link: Report
The new judge in the manslaughter case involving former Mayor Richard M. Daley's nephew faces new scrutiny. Read »
Daley: Nation Must Seize Moment, Embrace Gun Reforms
Richard Daley, the mayor of Chicago when the city banned handguns more than two decades ago, says the nation "must seize this rare moment of shared outrage" and move forward with stronger gun regulations at the... Read »
You're So Vain, I'll Bet You Think This Post Is About You
Jesse Jackson Jr. and Sandi Jackson plead guilty, as vanity undoes two more politicians. Read »
Opinion: Why Chicago Is America's Murder Capital
Like so many of our city's problems, it can be traced back to segregation. Read »
Taxpayers Off the Hook in Koschman Investigation
Going forward, the investigation into a 2004 homicide allegedly involving former Mayor Richard Daley's nephew will not cost taxpayers a dime. Read »
Webb To Interview Daley Security In Koschman Death
Members of former Mayor Richard M. Daley's security detail reportedly are being questioned in the investigation of the involuntary manslaughter case against his nephew. Read »
Opinion: Daley's Open Primary Plan Aims at Madigan
Bill Daley wants to be governor, but he also wants to make sure the governorship is worth holding. That's not the case while House Speaker Michael Madigan has absolute control over his Democratic caucus. 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.
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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
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Emmy Award-winning reporter with trenchant insight into Chicago's political machinations.
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