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Politics is Local

Rep. Jan Schakowsky Backs Sick Leave Requirements

Chicago Talks, October 9, 2014

After she admittedly failed to live on the minimum wage in August, Rep. Jan Schakowsky…

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Race for the “Independent” Voice

Chicago Talks, March 14, 2014

There may be a variety of candidates vying to represent the 40th district in the…

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“Shadow Summit” Brings Light to Afghan Women’s Issues

Chicago Talks, May 21, 2012

A “Shadow Summit” about Afghan women was held Sunday at the Swissôtel in Chicago. Former…

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Editor's Choice

You Can Occupy the Dream

Chicago Talks, January 12, 2012

“Occupy the Dream,” MLK event kicked-off a week of actions to draw attention to economic…

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Congresswoman Schakowsky on U.S.- Iran Relations

Chicago Talks, May 13, 2011

A Special Evening with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (You must RSVP to ambassador@niacouncil.org by Friday, May…

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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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Pan-African Association Hosts Celebration to Benefit Chicago’s African Refugees

Chicago Talks, April 9, 2010

Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, Illinois’ 9th Congressional District Representative, will speak at the annual Pan-African Night…

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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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