Daley Talks About Life After City Hall, Losing Maggie
Nine months after leaving City Hall, former Mayor Richard M. Daley isn’t letting the grass grow under his feet. Wednesday night, Daley opened up about his life out of office, and life without his late wife, Maggie.
Quinn’s Budget Address Draws Praise, Ire From Both Sides Of The Aisle
You didn’t have to be a Democrat to like Gov. Pat Quinn’s budget speech Wednesday, and you didn’t have to be a Republican to hate it.
Alderman Seeks To Create Police Commission On Transgender Issues
Ald. Proco “Joe” Moreno (1st) plans to introduce an ordinance that would establish a commission on transgender issues in the Chicago Police Department.
Ill. House Committee Approves Bill Requiring Ultrasounds Before Abortion
Illinois state lawmakers who oppose abortion are trying to make it harder for women to make the decision to abort.
Durbin: Gas Prices Aren’t End Of The World For Obama
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) agrees a gas price spike doesn’t help President Barack Obama, but he says so far, it’s hardly a deal-breaker for the president.
Durbin Hopes Sanctions Will Solve Israel-Iran Conflict
As war drums continue pounding between Israel and Iran, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) is saying he is hoping sanctions will do the trick.
White Won’t Apologize For Comparing Collins To Blago; Collins Won’t Sue
They were once allies, but now Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White and State Sen. Annazette Collins (D-Chicago) are at odds. Collins is threatening to sue White for libel for comparing her to convicted former Gov. Rod Blagojevich.
Quinn Budget To Rely On Facility Closures, Medicaid Cuts
It’s going to be painful. Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn was putting the finishing touches Tuesday night on what can only be called a bad news budget; one which might stop the bleeding, but does little to treat the wound.
Emanuel: New Building, Mission Coming For Malcolm X College
The City College system’s Malcolm X College is getting a whole new mission, as well as a new building.
Electronics Recyclers Collecting A Lot More Under New Law
The state of Illinois’ new electronic recycling law appears to be taking a mega-bite out of landfills just in its first two months.
Durbin: GOP Transportation Bill Would Slash Chicago Transit
U.S. Sen. Richard Durbin (D-Ill.) is warning of serious transit troubles for the city on the horizon.
Treasurer Rutherford: State Government Lacks Long-Range Planning
Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford says it’s time for long-range planning to come to government, and the state should be run more like a business.
Gun Rights Advocates Slam Proposed Ammo Tax
Gun rights advocates are slamming a proposal for a 2 percent tax ammunition sales in Illinois.
Approval Of E15 Ethanol Blend A Step Closer
The gasoline used in most cars could soon have more ethanol.
Deadline Arrives For New Voter Registration
This is the last day to register to vote, and based on some numbers, not many Chicago area residents have.
Jackson Jr. Wins Backing Of Dozens Of Ministers In Re-Election Fight
Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. was out doing something Monday morning that he hasn’t had to do in eight years – campaigning against a Democratic opponent in his bid for re-election.
Chamber Applauds Reported State Budget Cut Plans
A group representing Illinois businesses gives Gov. Pat Quinn average grades for job creation, and says an across-the-board budget cut is a good idea.
Quinn Seeks To Invest $50 Million In State Scholarship Program
Gov. Pat Quinn is seeking to invest $50 million in the state’s scholarship program.
Quinn Asks State Departments To Cut Their Budgets
Gov. Pat Quinn has asked all the state’s constitutional offices and some state agencies to slash their annual budgets by at least 9 percent, but won’t say how he arrived at that figure.
Collins Demands Apology From White For Comparing Her To Blago
State Sen. Annazette Collins (D-Chicago) is demanding an apology from Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White for recent newspaper comments about her.
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The Protester: Time Magazine’s Person Of The Year
The Protester is 2011′s Time Magazine Person of the Year. How do you feel about this? Protests for Occupy Chicago are still going strong, are you for, or against them? Share your thoughts in the comment section!
Occupy Chicago took their fight to City Hall today, determined to have Mayor Emanuel hear their message. Their demands were heard clearly as they shouted, “drop the charges!” The message was simple: they wanted the protesters who’d been arrested in Grant Park to have their charges dropped. Other demands covered as they stood in front of the Mayor’s Office, like their wish to permanently occupy Chicago without getting arrested in the future, are covered on their website, OccupyChi.org. (credit: Mason Johnson/CBS Local)
Occupy Chicago: Unstoppable Force Or Immovable Object?
Occupy Chicago’s numbers have risen, and with more people, come more marches. Take a look and see what people are marching for.
Rod Blagojevich’s Home For Sale
“Virtual tour” through the home of former Gov. Rod Blagojevich. On sale now for a mere 1.07 million. (credit: VHT Inc.)
Photos of Occupy Chicago, the political demonstration taking place in front of the Federal Reserve Bank…
Mayor Emanuel Talks Triathlon With XRT
Mayor Rahm Emanuel stopped by the XRT morning show to talk with Lin Brehmer and Mary Dixon for Chicago Day (photo by Nate Azark). Read more at wxrt.com.
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