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Unfiltered: Arne Duncan Joins Mayor Daley at Press Conference

Chicago Mayor Richard Daley talks to the press about board certified teachers, Roland Burris and the city's economic situation.

Posted on 1.6.2009 by City Room

Chicago Latinos at Odds Over Burris’ Senate Bid

Should his appointment by an allegedly corrupt governor disqualify him for the seat?

Posted on 1.6.2009 by Joe Gardner Wessely

Candidates Start Race for 5th District Seat

Candidates looking to replace former Congressman Rahm Emanuel start scrambling for a special election.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Mike Rhee

Burris Looks to Be Sworn In as U.S. Senator

Roland Burris tries to get sworn into the U.S. Senate Tuesday.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Mike Rhee

Lt. Governor Launches a Review Panel

Lt. Governor Quinn launches his own investigation of sorts on the state government.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Susie An

Roland Burris Determined to Be Seated in Senate

Roland Burris travels to Washington, D.C intent on being seated in the U.S. Senate.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Mike Rhee

Illinois Political Standstill Could Stall Federal Funds

President-elect Barack Obama says he wants to help rebuild the country’s infrastructure, but the Illinois governor’s legal troubles could endanger the state’s portion.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Ian Fullerton

Unfiltered: Burris Leaves for Washington

Roland Burris answers reporters' questions at Chicago Midway Airport before he departs for Washington, D.C.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Mike Rhee

Judge Gives Prosecutors More Time on Blagojevich Indictment

The latest on the scandal surrounding Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Ben Calhoun

South Siders Gather to Support Burris Appointment

A South Side church held a prayer vigil for senate appointee Roland Burris.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Tony Arnold

Cops May Need Stronger Community Links

Some criminologists say Chicago police efforts to curb the city’s rising homicide rate need more citizens involved.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Chip Mitchell

Federal Prosecutors Head to Court on Blagojevich Motions

A pair of requests before a federal judge today could affect proceedings around Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Cate Cahan

Despite Less Revenue, Chicago Officials Offer Some Good News

Chicago's finance chief has good news in a bad economy.

Posted on 1.5.2009 by Tasha Flournoy

Burris Supporters Make Demands

Burris supporters are pushing lawmakers to accept the senate appointment.

Posted on 1.2.2009 by Susie An

Chicago's 2008 Revenues Drop More Than Predicted

Chicago lost millions in revenue in 2008.

Posted on 1.2.2009 by Tasha Flournoy