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Claire Ball: Candidate for Illinois Comptroller
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“As a Libertarian I will provide the highest level of independence – who better to watch over the Republicans and Democrats than a Libertarian?” Learn more about this candidate.
Christopher Anthony: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Candidate, 2-Year Term
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“Not too many are familiar with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District budget, but they have a billion dollar-plus budget. And you have to ask if our tax dollars being spent wisely.” Learn more about this candidate.
Joan McCarthy Lasonde: Candidate for Congress, 9th District
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“Our district is socially moderate and fiscally responsible, and it deserves a rep who reflects these values.” Learn more about this candidate.
Jeffrey Leef: Candidate for Congress, 7th District
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“We need a strong national defense, both abroad and within our communities, so that we may enjoy the blessings of liberty in peace and security.” Learn more about this candidate.
Dorothy Brown: Candidate for Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court
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“It's important that we have a Clerk of Court that will protect court records for ALL the people, not just for the privileged few.” Learn more about this candidate.
Scott Summers: Candidate for U.S. Senate
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“It's time for a new political party to join the established ones, and to bring fresh, bright ideas to our democracy and our ways of governance.” Learn more about this candidate.
John Morrow: Candidate for Congress, 2nd District
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“To create jobs, I will pass the infrastructure bill, lower regulations and reduce taxes on corporate America.” Learn more about this candidate.
Karen Roothaan: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Candidate, 6-Year Term
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“A vote for Green Party candidates … sends a message to the District that the public wants to keep our children safe by protecting them from materials containing heavy metals, drugs, and hormones.” Learn more about this candidate.
Tim Curtin: Candidate for Illinois Comptroller
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“I am running because the Democrats and Republicans have failed to do their jobs on behalf of the people of Illinois.” Learn more about this candidate.
Vince Kolber: Candidate for Congress, 5th District
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“Identifying problems and implementing solutions before they become calamities is what I do.” Learn more about this candidate.
Diane Shapiro: Candidate for Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court
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“I am passionate about justice, and spent my life as an honorable public servant whose ethics have never been compromised.” Learn more about this candidate.
Tonia Khouri: Candidate for Congress, 11th District
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“In addition to focusing on growing our economy and ensuring our national security, I am focusing on helping Americans break free from poverty.” Learn more about this candidate.
Amanda Howland: Candidate for Congress, 6th District
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“I’ve worked all my life to help people reach their full potential.” Learn more about this candidate.
Brad Schneider: Candidate for Congress, 10th District
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“I firmly believe our best days as a nation are still ahead of us. But only if we join together and find a way to put people first and build the future our children deserve.” Learn more about this candidate.
Josina Morita: Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Candidate, 6-Year Term
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“As the first urban planner to serve on this board, I will bring a unique background in stormwater management to address our flooding issues.” Learn more about this candidate.
Vintage Sculpture ‘Concrete Traffic’ Goes for a Joyride
| Marc Vitali
A concrete Cadillac goes for a spin. We look at the restoration of this unusual work of art–and how it cemented its reputation.
Jim Deshaies Gives His Take on Cubs’ October Hopes
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The Cubs begin their quest to end a 108-year drought. The team’s broadcaster Jim Deshaies is here to talk Cub-tober.
Lyric Opera’s Season Off to a Full-Throated Start
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Lyric Opera’s principal conductor and one of the stars currently on stage join us in conversation and song.
Nobel Prize Awarded to Northwestern University Chemistry Professor
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Sir Fraser Stoddart was one of three scientists awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry on Wednesday for developing the world’s smallest machines.
Share Your Cubs Fan Photos With Us
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Cubs fans, show us how you celebrate your amazing team! Whether you’ve got shots from Wrigley Field or your neighborhood bar or your cousin’s living room, we’d like to see them.
Cook County Mandates Paid Sick Time Over Business Opposition
| Nick Blumberg
Cook County will soon require employers to provide as many as five paid sick days for workers. Hear from one of the law's sponsors, and find out why some businesses are opposed.
Town Hall Debate Could Be Challenging Format for Both Clinton, Trump
| Andrea Guthmann
Election Day is just a little more than four weeks away. “PBS NewsHour” correspondent John Yang joins us to talk about Sunday's presidential debate and how the campaign is shaping up.
COPA Passes City Council
| Paris Schutz
It's official: The Independent Police Review Authority will now become the Civilian Office of Police Accountability, or COPA. We'll tell you what the next steps are in the process to reform police oversight, and what action City Council is proposing against Donald Trump.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 6-9
| Rebecca Palmore
Live music, fall festivals and skateboarding felines usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Walgreens Stores Losing Chase Bank ATMs
| Alexandra Silets
Chase Bank is checking out of Walgreens. That story and more from the pages of Crain's Chicago Business.
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