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Joe Biden Weighs Rahm Emanuel for Transportation Secretary
President-elect Joe Biden is considering former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, a substantial and somewhat divisive figure in Democratic Party politics, to serve as his transportation secretary.
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WEB-RAHM EMMAUNEL'S NEW BOOK
FORMER CHICAGO MAYOR RAHM EMMANUEL SITS DOWN WITH MARY ANN AHERN AND SPEAKS ABOUT SOME CRITICISM HE RECEIVED FROM HIS NEW BOOK, AS WELL AS THE EBBS AND FLOWS OF BEING IN CHARGE OF A MAJOR U.S CITY.
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1-on-1 Interview With Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel
NBC 5’s Mary Ann Ahern met with former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel to discuss several topics including his new book and the 2020 election.
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Your Guide to the 2019 Chicago Municipal Runoff Elections
Election Day in Chicago is here, with voters across the city heading to the polls. Here’s a look at some essential resources to help you prepare for the big day —
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Chicago Police Reduce Publicly Funded Security For Ex-Mayor
Chicago police have reduced taxpayer-funded security for a former city mayor but eliminated detail for current city officials. The Chicago Tribune reports the Chicago Police Department conducted threat assessments for former Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Clerk Anna Valencia and Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin. Although the police reviewed security for Emanuel, officials say the department did not perform a threat assessment on the…
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Chicago Police Lieutenant Claims Promotion Discrimination Over Race, Van Dyke Comments in Lawsuit
A Chicago Police Department lieutenant filed a lawsuit Wednesday claiming he was passed over for promotions because of his race and because of comments he made about the investigation into former CPD Officer Jason Van Dyke’s fatal 2014 shooting of Laquan McDonald. Lt. Osvaldo Valdez filed the suit Wednesday afternoon in Cook County Circuit Court, naming the city, former Mayor...
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Big Obstacles Remain Before Chicago Gets Long-Awaited Casino
After years of pushing a Las Vegas-style casino to boost tourism and much-needed revenue, Chicago’s leaders seemingly hit the jackpot when Illinois lawmakers approved one as part of a massive gambling expansion.
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Mayor Lori Lightfoot Honors Rev. Clay Evans as ‘Giant Among Faith Leaders'
Legendary pastor Rev. Clay Evans, who founded one of Chicago’s historic black churches and served as a civil rights leader in the city, has passed away.
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Legendary Chicago Pastor, Civil Rights Activist Passes Away
Legendary pastor Rev. Clay Evans, who founded one of Chicago’s historic black churches and served as a civil rights leader in the city, has passed away.
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Legendary Chicago Pastor, Civil Rights Advocate Dies
Legendary pastor Rev. Clay Evans, who founded one of Chicago’s historic black churches and served as a civil rights leader in the city, has passed away. NBC 5’s Michelle Relerford has more on his remarkable life.
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Eight @ 8 on Feb. 2, 2019: Week In Review
In case you missed it, here are some of the top stories of the week. Make sure to check back on a weekly basis as a new edition of ‘Eight @ 8: Week In Review’ will be posted every Saturday morning.
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These Are the Candidates Currently Running for Chicago Mayor
Though Election Day is months away, several candidates have already announced their intention to run for mayor of Chicago. Here’s a look at who’s in the running.
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Smollett Files Countersuit Against Chicago, Asks for Jury Trial
Former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett has filed a countersuit against the city of Chicago and wants a jury trial to decide his case.
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Why Did Starbucks Pick Chicago to House its Largest Roastery?
The world’s largest Starbucks will soon open in Chicago – and the decision to bring the company’s biggest roastery to the Windy City was no accident.
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World's Largest Starbucks Opens in Chicago on Friday
Coffee lovers from near and far will finally be able to visit the world’s largest Starbucks on Friday, Nov. 15.
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Former President Obama Spotted Leaving West Loop Restaurant
Former President Barack Obama was spotted leaving a restaurant in Chicago’s West Loop.
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Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson Announces Plans to Retire: ‘Time for Someone Else'
Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson on Thursday announced plans to retire from his post as the city’s top cop after less than four years leading the department.
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Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson Says He's Not Done Working Despite Retirement
Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson may be retiring, but he’s not done working, he said moments after his major announcement.
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