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Category: Politics

Ald. Carrie Austin Calls on Educators, Parents to Curb Youth Violence

Chicago Talks, October 20, 2010

Educating people of all ages would be the most efficient way to curb violence on…

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All Signs point to Rhymefest Running for 20th Ward Alderman

Chicago Talks, October 18, 2010

by Marah Eakin, A.V. Club Chicago After he alluded semi-coyly to a “big announcement” in a…

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Alderman Bet on Gaming to Bring Revenue to Chicago

Chicago Talks, October 18, 2010

A key Chicago alderman said last week that he hopes state lawmakers will consider a…

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Housing Ordinance Still Languishes, Frustrating Activists

Chicago Talks, October 14, 2010

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.

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Tea Party-Endorsed Republican Newcomer Takes on Schakowsky

Chicago Talks, October 8, 2010

Republican Joel Pollak is said to be the new face of the local GOP establishment,…

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In Illinois, Little Help for Unemployed Workers with Experience

Chicago Talks, October 6, 2010

Waking up to a fresh cup of coffee before work used to be routine for…

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Politics is Local

Voter Lowdown: Don’t Get Left Out of the Process.

Chicago Talks, October 4, 2010

People often say that, in a democracy, decisions are made by a majority of the…

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GOP presses Gov. Quinn on union’s campaign contributions

Chicago Talks, September 30, 2010

Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady is calling for more transparency from Gov. Pat Quinn about…

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Opinion

  • Chicago’s influential music scene doesn’t get the respect it deserves 
    by Zoey Hill-Hernandez
  • Lost in translation: ‘I would see everyone else writing while I just stared blankly at my paper’
    by Cynthia Alaniz
  • ‘It felt like something was gnawing at my heart’; Columbia student copes with illness of a lifetime
    by Morgan Bruner
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Arts and Culture

  • 23 years later, Mazzy Star’s masterpiece album still casts a spell
    by Triniti Waxman
  • Queer Chicago designer finds niche dressing drag performers
    by Seng Xiong
  • From dorm room to mainstage, Phat Dragon built a comedy cult following 
    by Ava Simone Forster
  • Great Ideas of Humanity exhibit showcases famous quotes made visual 
    by Sh'Mara Chism
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Feature

  • Hairstylist helps clients embrace their own beauty, rather than copy someone else’s 
  • Care for Real food pantry serves North Siders as need grows 
  • Cuddle Bunny: Where visitors can chill out with a furry friend 
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