There Aren't As Many Children Here: School-Age Population Change and Chicago School Closings
Throughout most of the city, its school-age population has declined—even in neighborhoods that have grown overall, like Wicker Park.
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Zeke Emanuel To Chicago Teachers: "Give In Now."
Rahm’s brother offered a pretty clear plan of action to Chicago teachers in an interview today.
Are the Cubs Really That Bad?
The Cubs will be in a tight battle for not-last in their division. But they’re not exactly rebuilding on the cheap. Here’s a look at where the team is investing and how it might pay off.
The Best and Worst Names of the 2013 Baseball Season
Unscientifically predicting which teams will succeed this year, based on the names of the guys on the rosters.
The Cubs Finish First in Political Donations
The Ricketts family was much more politically active than their fellow MLB owners—except for CEO and active owner Tom, who stayed out of the fray.
How Feminism and Civil Rights Boosted the American Economy
Displacing white men with women and African-Americans in the workplace led to substantial economic growth in the late 20th century. But there’s more work to be done.
Republican Senator Mark Kirk Endorses Marriage Equality
The vote from Illinois means the U.S. Senate now has 50 senators who endorse marriage equality, including two Republicans.
The Skyline Will Be Blue Tonight for World Autism Awareness Day
The April 2 event is important for Illinois—where an autism-related federal court order is shaking up the system.
Jeff Samardzija Figures It Out
The Cubs’ wild thing started challenging batters and throwing strikes, reinventing himself as a possible ace at age 28.
Chicago’s Criminals Are Getting Away with Murder
Only 132 of Chicago’s 507 murders were solved last year. Why is the Chicago Police Department struggling to bring so many killers to justice?