In Chicago, a homeless panhandler begging for money in a public space is not committing…
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Will There be a “Winner” in the 44th Ward’s Alderman Seat?
After running unopposed in 2007, Ald. Tom Tunney (44th) will face a challenge this year…
Jazz Benefit Held for Greg Kroger in Humanist Society Incident
This about the right of peaceful assembly, the right of free speech, the right to videotape…”
–Jed Stone, attorney
iPhone Thiefts Increase in South Loop with Holidays
A CAPS meeting on Nov. 4 for Districts 111, 112, and 113 alerted local building…
Chicago Police Supt. Jody Weis – Not Born Blue?
Crime is down, according to Chicago Police Supt. Jody Weis. So why is he being…
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Smoke Shops and Customers Brace for Synthetic Pot Ban
“Gimme’ six Blondes,” says the hoary man in Army fatigues, as the employee behind the…
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A ‘South Side vs. North Side’ Thing: LGBT Youth In Chicago
In response to the number of gay teen suicides across the United States, efforts like…
The Chicago Police Board: Is Civilian Review Agency Doing Its Job?
Chicago’s monthly Police Board meetings are intended in part as a forum for citizens to…