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The battle over the Hideout, Illinois’s bad bet on video gambling, what CTA workers know, and more.
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Paul Vallas Really Loves His Broom
And other things our correspondent learned shadowing the mayoral candidate, who wants to “sweep the bums out” of City Hall.
Pushing the Boundaries of Body Exposure Is a Chicago Tradition
As a transgender woman challenges the city’s definition of a breast, here’s a look at past moments of provocation that paved the way.
Shutting Down Lincoln Yards Was Aldermanic Privilege at its Finest
And the Burke scandal, the unwritten rule at its worst.
Enter Taxman
Pritzker stumped on a progressive income tax, and Republicans don’t have the votes to block it. The stars may have finally aligned for a graduated plan in Illinois.
10 Stories You Should Read Right Now
Muting R. Kelly, the Deep Tunnel, and the silver lining of the Bears’s season
Nobody Wants to Be Ed Burke’s Friend Anymore
The four best-funded mayoral candidates have two things in common: a close connection to Burke, and a sudden desire to sever it.
How Downstate Lost Its Political Power
When the new General Assembly takes office on Tuesday, Illinois will be bluer than ever. That has a lot to do with the changing GOP — and the suburban voters it has lost along the way.
The Two-Minute Guide to New Laws for 2019
New year, new rules. Here’s a rundown of some of what’s changing in Illinois — and who might be ticked off about it.
How I Wound Up Chauffeuring a Mayoral Hopeful for a Day
Our correspondent shadowed Amara Enyia’s campaign for 48 hours — a very eventful 48 hours, it turned out.