Ready for the Rahm Radio Show?
Here’s what you should expect, and what you almost definitely won’t hear, during tonight’s radio town hall.
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Once the GOP's Great Millennial Hope, Aaron Schock Now Just Another Indicted Illinois Politician
Even in disgrace, you have to admire his precocity—he might even become the youngest Illinois politician to make it to federal prison.
Trump's Win Was a Shock, But It's Also Part of an Old Story
The polling was wrong, but considering the historical precedent, maybe it shouldn’t have been such a surprise.
How Chicago Voted for President in 2016
Clinton won more than 83 percent of the city’s vote, just shy of Obama’s 2008 and 2012 results. Of Chicago’s 2,069 precincts, Trump won 51.
How Chicago Voted for U.S. Senate in 2016
Duckworth easily won the city, although the incumbent Kirk fared slightly better here than Trump.
10 Must-Read Stories for This Week
The inside story of the Cubs’ Game 7 win, why families don’t talk about climate change, and the obscure big-money race in Illinois.
Election Watch: What to Watch For, and What the Polls Say, in Illinois
President and Senate hold no surprises, unless you’re interested in how Donald Trump does downstate. But comptroller and the state legislative races are important proxy wars between Bruce Rauner and Michael Madigan.
How to Preserve a Souvenir Newspaper
Here are some tips on ensuring your keepsake lasts until the next time the Cubs win the World Series.
Why Congresswomen are More Effective Than Their Male Colleagues
High barriers mean fewer female congresswomen—but the ones who do make it are better at their jobs.
The Reckoning of Marc Winner
After 15 years, multiple alleged rapes, and a litany of indictments, a son of North Shore privilege may have to finally answer his accusers.