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Illinois mental health funding likely facing more cuts, despite Quinn’s promise of increase

Chicago Talks, March 15, 2013

Rita Winkeler thinks her developmentally disabled son has a bright future, but she worries it…

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Community

To save money state considers restricting access to healthcare benefits for undocumented immigrants

Chicago Talks, March 11, 2013

With the state finances reeling, one lawmaker is exploring how much money could be saved…

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Questionable Legislative Scholarships Abolished by Gov. Quinn

Chicago Talks, July 12, 2012

In December 2009, ChicagoTalks wrapped up an investigation into problems with the Illinois General Assembly…

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Women’s Council on Community Intercession Calls on Elected Officials for Ceasefire Funding

Chicago Talks, June 25, 2012

Women and members of an organization against violence in inner-city neighborhoods gathered Tuesday to request…

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Gov. Pat Quinn and Italian Prime Minister Emphasize Italian-American Business Partnership

Chicago Talks, May 23, 2012

Gov. Pat Quinn and Chicago’s main political heads welcomed Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti in…

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After Jackson Victory, Halvorson Supporters Still Upset About Airport

Chicago Talks, March 23, 2012

As Debbie Halvorson walked into the Fifth Quarter Restaurant in Homewood to greet supporters after…

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Agricultural Industry to Reap Significant Savings if Natural Gas Tax is Eliminated

Chicago Talks, March 18, 2012

Residents and smaller businesses will not be the only people to save money if the…

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Advocacy Groups Challenge Gov. Quinn’s Proposal to End Natural Gas Tax

Chicago Talks, March 17, 2012

Governor Pat Quinn wants to eliminate the natural gas tax to provide financial relief for…

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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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