The Nazi of Oak Park
It was a stunning revelation: A respected high school custodian had been a concentration camp guard. This excerpt of a new book examines how the disclosure of a dark secret in the early ’80s divided a suburb.
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Violence Isn’t Just a Chicago (or Democratic) Problem
Chicago has thrived in spite of Republican policies that allow violence to proliferate across the nation.
Who’s Afraid of the Teachers Union?
To some folks, there’s nothing scarier than an organized group that doesn’t play by the traditional (financial) rules.
DNC Dispatch, Day 4: Democrats Love to Make History
These delegates are voting for Harris — before, they were only voting against Trump.
DNC Dispatch, Day 3: No One Wants to Hurt My Feelings
This is a convention of good vibes, and everyone claims they love Chicago (at least what they’ve seen of it).
DNC Dispatch, Day 2: Hello, Cheeseheads
Delegates showed their regional pride, while high-profile politicians at McCormick looked like regular people.
Our Favorite DNC Images
The famous faces, patriotic pins, and celebratory signage we saw as Chicago hosted the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
DNC Dispatch, Day 1: This Is Not a Chicago Event
What was celebrated — and what had yet to be confronted — as the convention kicked off in Chicago.
Pay Now, Save Later
Budget whiz Ralph Martire has a plan to close Chicago’s $34 billion pension gap.
Schoolyard Fight
The upcoming school board election is shaping up as a battle between the powerful teachers’ union and its well-funded critics.