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After storied time as the ‘Velvet Hammer,’ Michael Madigan to face a jury
It was Jan. 12, 1983, and the newly installed Democratic Speaker Michael J. Madigan stood on the Illinois House podium, surveyed the kingdom he now ruled and picked up the wooden gavel that symbolized his rise to power. He declared it a “new era” in Springfield. Unlike others who would slam the gavel to bring the House to order, Madigan often held it by its barrel-shaped head and gently tapped ...
Chicago Joined by Steve Vai on Guest-Packed ‘Live at 55′
Chicago is celebrating the anniversary of their double-platinum debut with Live at 55, a guest-packed new movie and album featuring Steve Vai and others. See a complete list of the tracks and guests below; you can also preview "Hard to Say I'm Sorry / Get Away." "This concert film is...
Q&A Part 2: Deputy Mayor on What Comes Next After ShotSpotter
As the city explores alternatives, Deputy Mayor of Community Safety Garien Gatewood shares the Johnson Administration’s vision for investing in people and improving first responder technology (Photo Credit: Chicago Mayor’s Office). With Chicago pulling the plug on ShotSpotter, what will replace it? The city recently opened bids from...
Saturday forecast: Warm, breezy with mix of clouds & sun
CHICAGO — Chicagoland is waking up to a mix of clouds and sunshine on Saturday morning and the mostly sunny skies are expected to stick around for most of he day. A cold front moving in later in the day could bring a sprinkle or shower to some parts of the northern suburbs. The cold […]
Miguel Flores from Chicago’s Pizza offers aook at what to expect at Lincoln Brunch Fest
CHICAGO — North Side restaurants will be showing off their best menu items for the Lincoln Brunch Fest. Organized by the West Lakeview SSA 27, the event highlights local restaurants as they serve up their favorite dishes. The event takes place on Saturday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Miguel Flores from Chicago’s […]
Roosevelt football coach's journey back from car crash inspires team
It's a new era for Roosevelt University athletics after making the move from NAIA to Division II.The Lakers football team is embracing the step up in competition, mirroring the strength of its head coach, Jared Williamson.The Roosevelt football team is eager to make noise this season."I definitely say there's a chip on our shoulder," said Luke Desherow, a Roosevelt defensive lineman. "It's no secret we were ranked eighth in the conference out of eight. We don't think that's true, and we want to show people they messed up, and we're a force to be reckoned with."The Lakers are competing this...
Timeless Elegance: The Service Club of Chicago's star-filled 134th gala
The Service Club of Chicago’s 134th annual gala, “ Timeless Elegance ,” will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Ritz-Carlton. Co-chaired by Alex Meneses and Kelly Uihlein, the event is the nonprofit's largest fundraiser to support its Philanthropic Grant program.
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