Covering Chicago's nine political influencers
Speed Camera Consultant Is Emanuel Ally
Greg Goldner, who managed Mayor Rahm Emanuel's 2002 run for Congress and oversaw For A Better Chicago, his secret campaign fund, is a consultant for Redflex Camera Systems Inc., which could make tens of millions... Read »
Hundreds of Speed Cams Bound for City?
Get ready to slow down or pay up in Chicago. Word is the speed cam bill will be introduced at Wednesday's meeting of the Chicago City Council. Read »
Lawmakers Consider Suburban Speed Cameras
Illinois lawmakers may follow Mayor Rahm Emanuel's lead on speed cameras. Sen. Tony Munoz proposed letting suburban communities retrofit red-light cameras with speed sensors at intersections near schools and... Read »
Emanuel to Tribune: Mind Your Own Business
Before voting on a speed camera ordinance, the City Council should demand the information Mayor Rahm Emanuel is refusing to share with the public. Read »
Gov. Quinn Signs Chicago Speed Camera Bill
Gov. Pat Quinn has signed a bill to retrofit Chicago red-light cameras with speed sensors at intersections near schools and parks. Read »
Why Rahm's Speed Cameras are NOT for Children
Mayor Rahm Emanuel's speed camera provides penalties for non-payment of tickets, but not for speeding itself. Read »
Public Not Sold on Mayor's Speed Cameras
Gov. Pat Quinn has until Feb. 6 to make his decision on a bill to retrofit Chicago red-light cameras with speed sensors at intersections near schools and parks. A report obtained from the governor's office shows... Read »
Quinn Mum on Speed-Camera Legislation
Gov. Pat Quinn still hasn't signed legislation allowing Chicago to install speed cameras in "safety zones" -- even though it's been more than a month since the legislature passed the measure. Read »
The $100 Million Hustle
Mayor 1% is pushing a $100 million tax break for the Merc, and a speed camera plan that could net the city $100 million. Hmmm..... Read »
How Rahm Can Have Speed Cameras and Gambling
Emanuel won a vote on speed cameras when the House voted 64-50 to approve the bill, sending it to Gov. Pat Quinn. But the mayor lost on gambling expansion, when Rep. Lou Lang could only muster 58 of the 60 votes... Read »
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Rahm Unconcerned About Low Poll Numbers
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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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