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Mayor Emanuel’s Inauguration: Meet the New Boss, Rhetorically Similar to the Old Boss

Like Mayor Daley, Emanuel's doing this for the kids. In other words, there were no big surprises in the new mayor's speech, but he did address the issue that many suspect will the focus and the big tension of his early tenure: Chicago Public Schools, teachers' unions, and Jean-Claude Brizard.

Posted May 16, 2011, at 1:23 p.m.

Annals of Mayoral Inaugural Speeches: Richard J. Daley Gives the Most Boring Inaugural Speech Ever

The original Mayor Daley's inaugural speech was something less than a barnburner, but encapsulated the man and his civics-class-era tenure as mayor.

Posted May 16, 2011, at 11:11 a.m.

Was Mayor Daley a Republican?

In a word, no. But asking the question raises some interesting answers about the soon-to-be former mayor, which tell us a bit about Rahm Emanuel as well.

Posted May 13, 2011, at 3:55 p.m.

Adult Prom: Insufficiently Ironic, Excessively Midwestern for New Yorkers

Some folks in these parts are getting together for simulacra of their high-school years, or just as excuse to dress up, drink, and dance. Clearly, this is unacceptable (if you're from flyover country).

Posted May 12, 2011, at 3:23 p.m.

EPA Wants the Chicago River Clean Enough to Swim In

The EPA doubles down on its push to get Chicago to clean up the river, as well as the Cal-Sag and Little Calumet. But reducing pollution would obviously put our children at risk.

Posted May 12, 2011, at 12:13 p.m.

Chicago Code: Canceled On Account of Grimness

Why? Wysocki. It's a shame the show couldn't find its footing before bean-counters pulled the plug, and a significant financial loss for the real Chicago. But while you're waiting for "Boss," check out "Crime Story."

Posted May 11, 2011, at 4:48 p.m.

Radio Day: Inside the WGN Studio

A longtime fan, first-time guest reflects on being the man behind the curtain, at least for a few minutes, and the deeper questions of what we say when we talk.

Posted May 11, 2011, at 11:42 a.m.

Rick Bayless Puts Rich Melman On Blast After Beard Awards No-Show

Rich Melman finally wins a Beard Award, taking this year's Best Restaurateur prize. But he was a no-show at the ceremony itsef, and Rick Bayless called him out. Can't we all just get along?

Posted May 10, 2011, at 4:30 p.m.

Free Music in the Chicago Cloud

Need something to listen to? Want to stream locally? The CSO, Chicago Public Library, Thrill Jockey, CHIRP, and WFMT all offer good options for when you're desk-bound or on the go.

Posted May 10, 2011, at 12:59 p.m.

Is Opposition to Chicago WalMarts Grounded in Class and Culture?

Why are people up in arms about WalMart coming to Chicago, when other big-box retailers with comparable labor practices are welcomed with open arms? Plus: labor opposition to Walmart isn't a zero-sum game, even if it looks like it.

Posted May 10, 2011, at 11:52 a.m.

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