An African-American abortion rights organization has strongly condemned Alveda King, the niece of iconic civil…
Category: Politics is Local
The Road to Political Empowerment
The road to political empowerment passes through a lot of voting booths and polling stations….
Integration or Deportation? Congressional Candidates Spar on Immigration Reform
Robert Dold, the Republican candidate for Illinois’ 10th Congressional District, said immigration is “100 percent…
Ald. Carrie Austin Calls on Educators, Parents to Curb Youth Violence
Educating people of all ages would be the most efficient way to curb violence on…
All Signs point to Rhymefest Running for 20th Ward Alderman
by Marah Eakin, A.V. Club Chicago After he alluded semi-coyly to a “big announcement” in a…
Alderman Bet on Gaming to Bring Revenue to Chicago
A key Chicago alderman said last week that he hopes state lawmakers will consider a…
Housing Ordinance Still Languishes, Frustrating Activists
Frustrated activists for Chicago’s homeless were stymied once more last week when the City Council again failed to address proposed ordinance that would funnel Tax Increment Financing funds into affordable housing programs.
Tea Party-Endorsed Republican Newcomer Takes on Schakowsky
Republican Joel Pollak is said to be the new face of the local GOP establishment,…