We’ll Swap You Southern Illinois for St. Louis

January 9, 2023 by Sarah Steimer

St. Louis has more in common with Chicago, and Southern Illinois finds Missouri far more relatable.

Mayoral Power Rankings 2023: January 2023 Update

January 16, 2023January 4, 2023 by Sarah Steimer

As we creep closer to election day, we take a deeper look at the candidates in the race.

January 4, 2023December 12, 2022 by Lynette Smith

Democratic socialists see the upcoming City Council elections as a chance to build an influential bloc.

November 22, 2022November 22, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

In his new book, Wilfredo Cruz explores how Latinos have become a political force in the city.

November 18, 2022November 17, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

The ballot is starting to take shape, and we’re here with our hot takes on the official and potential candidates.

November 10, 2022November 9, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

According to Pritzker, Republicans have lost Illinois because Illinois has always resisted extremism.

November 7, 2022 by Sarah Steimer

Colonel McCormick’s paper long endorsed Republican candidates, but now its editorial board has tipped its cap to all Democrats this election season.

November 16, 2022October 24, 2022 by Lynette Smith

As other Midwestern states restrict labor’s power, an amendment on the Illinois ballot would further protect it here.

November 4, 2022October 17, 2022 by Lynette Smith

The Bulls star is coming off the best season of his career, but he won’t stop his pursuit of greatness — no matter how painful it gets.

October 6, 2022October 5, 2022 by Lynette Smith

The retiring U.S. representative, 75, on the Black Panthers, segregation, and close calls.