The Obama Foundation announced Tuesday three Chicago-based firms will lead the project management team for the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park.
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A behind-the-scenes look at what some think is the second most powerful position in government: White House chief of staff.
Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle weigh in on the latest developments in Springfield.
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Inspired by a mother’s concern for her son, new disability awareness cards outline behaviors exhibited by people with disabilities in order to better inform police and first responders.
After a hyper-partisan confirmation process and a change to the filibuster rule in the Senate, Judge Neil Gorsuch was sworn in Monday by Justice Anthony Kennedy – the judge for whom he once served as a clerk.
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Chicago's mayor and the U.S. education secretary have a 10:30 a.m. meeting scheduled Wednesday morning. But the location and content of their talk is not yet known.
J.B. Pritzker launches his bid for Illinois governor. The U.S. Senate uses the “nuclear option” to confirm Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch. And baseball season gets underway. These stories and more with Paris Schutz and guests. 
Some major policy decisions for the Trump administration as global events heat up.
Add another name to the field of Democratic candidates for governor – one that has been long anticipated.
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The prospects for police reform without a consent decree from the Justice Department. 
Tuesday marks day two of the semi-annual Cook County tax sale, where those delinquent on their property taxes have their liens sold to private investors, who can then collect massive interest rates. A push to change the system by some public officials has simply raised more questions.
Illinois and nine other states are threatening to sue the Trump administration over delayed implementation of energy efficiency standards. 
The Chicago alderman joins host Eddie Arruza to discuss his run for Illinois governor.
Why Cook County property owners who are eight months delinquent in paying taxes are about to owe major fees to private companies.
Trump says there’s “no excuse” for hundreds of Chicago shootings. Mayor Emanuel proposes a municipal ID program for undocumented immigrants. Rauner launches a campaign ad, while Democrats push their own “comeback agenda.” 
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During a meeting this week with police union leaders from across the country, President Donald Trump reportedly asked Dean Angelo, the head of Chicago’s police union, “What’s going on in Chicago?”
 

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