Illinois Remains a True Blue State
According to Pritzker, Republicans have lost Illinois because Illinois has always resisted extremism.
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The Tribune Has Turned Blue
Colonel McCormick’s paper long endorsed Republican candidates, but now its editorial board has tipped its cap to all Democrats this election season.
Bobby Rush
The retiring U.S. representative, 75, on the Black Panthers, segregation, and close calls.
Who Needs Townships?
Illinois has far more local governments than any other state. Many have outlived their usefulness. So why aren’t we getting rid of them?
After the Fourth of July
Julie Morrison, Highland Park’s state senator, wants to feel safe at parades again.
Innovations: The Tampon Test
Scientists found they can use the product to test wastewater for the coronavirus.
We Haven’t Elected a Southern Illinoisian Governor Since 1928
Darren Bailey won’t be the first candidate for governor undone by his Southernness.
From Lipinski to Garcia: How Archer Avenue’s Guard Has Changed
The Southwest Side and its politics were once dominated by white ethnics. Now the majority-Latino area is unseating the old and bringing in new representation.
The Accusation
Matthew Baron was a beloved teacher at Skinner West Elementary School in the West Loop. Then a student’s allegation changed everything.