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Here’s One Parent’s Story About the Closing of Her Neighborhood CPS School

Trumbull Elementary was closed by a unanimous vote of the school board today, despite parents' claims that the school is not underutilized—if special-education students are considered.

Posted May 22, 2013, at 5:15 p.m.

Why These Four Chicago Public Schools Won’t Close

Community involvement, private investment, and basic math all helped spare Mahalia Jackson, Manierre, Leif Ericson and Garvey Elementary Schools.

Posted May 22, 2013, at 1:30 p.m.

Here Are Some of Brian Urlacher’s Greatest Moments as a Bear

From recovering fumbles to the Super Bowl Mumble, we'll miss big number 54.

Posted May 22, 2013, at 11:30 a.m.

Mr. Tornado’s Magic Cyclone Machine

One of the 20th century's legendary meteorologists, Ted Fujita, revolutionized the study of tornadoes, but for most of his life never got to see one. So he made his own.

Posted May 21, 2013, at 5:20 p.m.

Here Are the Best-Looking (and Most Bizarre) Airbnb Rentals in Chicago

Airbnb rentals may be illegal in NYC, but the DIY-hotel site is still ok in Chicago. Here's a look at a few standout listings.

Posted May 21, 2013, at 2:30 p.m.

Why Food Stamp Use in Illinois Has Exploded

It's the economy, but not just the economy. Eligibility has expanded, states have increased participation rates, and food stamps have replaced other forms of the social safety net.

Posted May 21, 2013, at 1:45 p.m.

The Obama Campaign’s Chief Data Scientist on the Future of Civic Data

Rayid Ghani left Accenture to lead Obama for America's data analytics team. Now he's going to the University of Chicago to change how cities, nonprofits, and governments use information.

Posted May 20, 2013, at 4:15 p.m.

The CTA Train Tracker Is Really Nifty!

If you have to ride a CTA train, this handy new tool helps you get it over with as fast as possible.

Posted May 20, 2013, at 3:45 p.m.

Could This Concealed-Carry Law Actually Pass?

The bill drafted by Kwame Raoul is strict, but it's moderate— at least, the rules are similar to other states' laws. Could HB 183 be a plausible compromise?

Posted May 20, 2013, at 1:15 p.m.

Will Pat Quinn Legalize Medical Marijuana in Illinois?

The beleaguered governor doesn't have a lot to lose by implementing the state's strict bill, which just passed the Senate.

Posted May 17, 2013, at 4:20 p.m.

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