politics
Chicago's human service agencies anxiously await a vote on an income tax hike in Springfield, which could prove to have devastating consequences in the city and state.
10 days ago | Alex Parker
Alderman Danny Solis won the 25th Ward seat by a slim margin after the Illinois Supreme Court disqualified an opponent. Some voters say they were disenfranchised.
28 days ago | Samantha Liss and Adrian G. Uribarri
Commissioner Tony Peraica says Twitter is helping transform Cook County politics. He uses the service to provide a minute-by-minute look at county proceedings -- and to lash out at political opponents.
1 month ago | Alex Parker
Two Cook County commissioners say the state's attorney is reviewing a possible procurement deal by the Cook County Health and Hospital System to see if it violates the county's purchasing code.
1 month ago | Alex Parker
Striking workers hoped to speak against a rumored lawsuit settlement between the city and hotel. Commissioners declined to hear from the approximately 60 workers, union representatives and sympathizers.
5 months ago | Claire Bushey
Patricia Young resigned her seat on the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District’s board. Her replacement will be named by the governor.
5 months ago | Jennifer Slosar
Alderman William B. Cochran (D-20) is preparing for the new year by devising plans for afforable housing and improving public safety. He is a former Chicago police officer.
6 months ago | Kimberly Lyles
Chicago aldermen are threatening to pull city money from Bank of America accounts in the wake of the battle between a local company and ousted workers over financing and back pay.
6 months ago | Megan Cottrell
Area residents can go to the Chicago Cultural Center to watch and discuss the film "Chicago 10," which deals with a tumultuous time in Chicago and American history. The event is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday.
9 months ago | Raven Moore
Mikva Challenge gets high schoolers engaged and involved in politics. This year, some 1,800 kids will assist at polling places across the city - and those who can vote say they will cast ballots.
9 months ago | Craig Kanalley
A $298,000 parking-lot contract goes to the firm with the highest price tag and the longest list of campaign contributions. County commissioners say the company was more experienced than competitors.
10 months ago | Paul Rock
The ordinance would require anyone who promotes an event drawing more than 100 people to obtain a two-year license at a cost ranging from $500 to $2000. Bands and community groups would have to pay.
1 year ago | Jennifer Slosar
Alderman Latasha Thomas says the South Side neighborhood she represents takes an undeserved beating in the press as a place where only crime and poverty make the headlines.
1 year ago | Marcie Hill
Charges of racism in water district campaign
1 year ago | Andrew Peck
Senior advocate uses spunk, charm as her most effective weapons
over 2 years ago | ELIZABETH RYAN
