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Mayor Daley Hosts 2011 Preliminary Budget Public HearingsCitizens convene at a town hall style meeting with Mayor Daley to voice concerns.- Newest Chicago Library Named After Former Mayor DaleyThe newest branch of the Chicago Public Library system has been named in honor of former Mayor Richard M. Daley.
- Seven Reasons Chicago Will Benefit Without Mayor DaleyHow Mayor Daley's departure as the longest serving mayor next to his father will benefit the city of Chicago.
Op-Ed: Mayor Daley Criticizes Race to the Top Selection ProcessRace to the Top in Illinois won't happen for 2010. Will changes be made at state or federal levels for 2011's educational race?
Mayor Daley and Ald. Moore Attend ZAM's Hope's 10th Annual Fashion ShowThe City of Chicago has given ZAM's Hope $5,000 in grants for helping immigrant women adjust to Chicago life. On Thurs., Sept. 16, local politicians and city leaders will participate in the 10th Annual Fashion Show.- Chicago's Politics: Lessons Learned from Mayor DaleyAre Chicago politics indicative of how corruptive government impacts economics? A review of Mayor Daley's achievements reveal a legacy of beautification, and...
Mayor Daley Reflects on City; Decision to Step DownChicago mayor Daley looks back on his time as mayor and forward to the future.
Mayor Daley 'isn't Dying' but Chicago Will Lose Out on One Great MayorMayor Richard M. Daley joked about how he's not dying, he's just stepping down from being a Chicago mayor after over 20 years. But to Chicagoans who've supported him over the years, we feel like there will be no mayor who loves Chicago quite like him.
Mayor Daley of Chicago is to Retire After 21 Years of Service as MayorThe name Daley has been icon with the City of Chicago so it was a shock to most when Richard M Daley announced that he will not run for a 7th term as the Mayor of Chicago with no specific reason . . .
Mayor Daley Proposes Privatizing Taste of Chicago and Other Lakefront Festivals in ChicagoChicago is known for lakefront festivals such as the ever popular Taste of Chicago, which is a great cost for the city. Chicago's Mayor Daley is working to cut some cost and privatize many of these festivals in hopes of offsetting the huge budget deficit.
Mayor Daley Lengthens School Day; Gets Teachers at a BargainMayor Daley added more hours to the Chicago Public School day, but some aren't too enthusiastic about his plan to give more time for learning.
Mayor Daley Hoping to Privatize the Taste of Chicago; Government ServicesMayor Daley is looking to privatize one of the most popular summer events in Chitown, The Taste of Chicago, along with other government agencies and services.- Mayor Daley: Focus Should Be on Memorial at Ground ZeroPresident Obama has ignited a national debate over comments he made concerning a potential mosque to be built at Ground Zero.
Mayor Daley Reveals Spending Plan to Improve ChicagoMore city spending proposed by Chicago's mayor for improvements.- Memo to Police Results in Suspension of Revenue Director by Mayor DaleyAn untimely memo written by Chicago's Reveue Director causes outrage among aldermen and lands an official response from Mayor Daley.
Mayor Daley Proposes High-Speed Train Service from O'Hare to LoopThe city of Chicago may join global communities such as Japan with the addition of high-speed train service.
Recent Chicago Shootings Highlight Area's Growing Crime ProblemIn April 2008, approximately 40 people were shot, and 12 people died, in Chicago. The worst part about it is that most of the killings happened in one weekend; 36 people were shot and 9 were murdered.- Chicago's 2012 City Budget Hearings Begin October 19thIt's that time of the year, again, to balance the books and put together a feasible budget for the City of Chicago in 2012. Budget hearings are open to the public. Take part in your city's fiscal planning. After all, it is your money!
- Police Brutality and the Chicago Police DepartmentDiscussing how Jon Burge is in prison, but faces yet another lawsuit only this time he will be on the same suit as former
- Chicago's Mayoral Ballot Has Some of Politics Biggest, Brightest 'Stars'Chicago voters go to the polls on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 to elect a new mayor.
- 32nd Ward Candidates to Hold Forum at DePaulThe candidates for Chicago's 32nd ward aldermanic race will be participating in a candidate forum at DePaul University at the end of the month.
One Less Candidate in Chicago's Mayoral Race: Ald. Robert FiorettiThe field of mayoral candidates just got smaller in Chitown as the announcement on Election Day came that Ald. Robert Fioretti would not be in the race due to cancer.- 2011 Chicago mayoral race full of surprises, dramaHow will Election Day in February 2011 fare for the city of Chicago? This is the question I ask myself when voters will go to the polls four months from now.
- Who Will Be the New Mayor of Chicago?With the news of Mayor Daley not running for another term, Chicago is left wondering who will take his place. Some names have been tossed around. This is a look at who might replace Mayor Daley in 2011
Ald. Brendan Reilly Joins Chicago's Mayoral RaceChicago Alderman Brendan Reilly becomes an official mayoral contender to succeed Richard M. Daley.- Chicago Execs in a Quandary Over Daley's Announcement Not to RunDaley's decision to vacate Chicago's highest post is sending waves through the local business world.
Mayor Daley Delivers Stunning Announcement He Won't Seek Re-electionMayor Richard M. Daley shocked Chicagoans with his announcement that he will not run for re-election.- Guilty of Living in ChicagoThe citizens of Chicago are in an untenable situation, they have to violate the law in order to meet the city's budget shortfall.
- Another Daley is GoneThirty four years ago Richard J. Daley left Chicago with a pork chop on it's plate now Richard M. leaves us with a tree on the roof of city hall.
- Daley, a Chicago Icon, Still Working to Get "things Done for Chicago" During Economic CrisisIn this time of economic distress, some of the efforts of Mayor Daley of Chicago is to propose new programs of privatization, cut back city official salaries, implementing city parking meters & cut back on taxes to city residents & more. . .
- It's Time to Put America FirstIf anything Chicago's bid for the Olympics should teach us is that it's time to make America a priority again and stop worrying about the rest of the world for awhile.
- The Trial of the Chicago Seven/EightHere is an overview of the events leading to the arrest of the Chicago Eight and coverage of the subsequent trial.
Ne-Yo Saves KidsWhat happens when an artist uses thier talent for more than just singing and money? Besides the cloths, jewelry, and women, Ne-Yo can be known for helping others succeed.
Chicago Traffic: Chicago's 5 Least Congested Roads Built for SpeedChicago Traffic: Chicago Roads Built for Speed. That is, if speeding were legal! The 5 Least Congested Chicago Roads. South Shore Drive, Sheridan Road, Chicago Avenue, Tri-State, Kennedy Reversibles, Northwest Tollway.
Chicago's Greatest Political BlundersI love this city, but Chicago's made a few gaffes over the years.- Who's Your Alderman? a Guide to Chicago GovernmentWith almost three million people living in Chicago, it stands to reason that city government plays a huge role in everyday life. After all, someone's got to run the show.
- Corruption in Chicago, What's New?As Mayor Daley announces huge property tax hikes, another scandal unfolds...
- Mayor Richard M. Daley Reelected in ChicagoMayor Richard M. Daley has won his bid for a sixth term of office in today's mayoral race. The City of Chicago reelected Mayor Richard M. Daley with 71% of the vote, per NBC News
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year to Visit ChicagoThis article discusses some of the holiday happenings in the city of Chicago, and include both indoor and outdoor activities for all ages.- You Have to Know How to Speak Chicagoan If You Want to Visit ChicagoWe have a unique way of speaking around these parts. It's not the correct way to speak, but it is the Chicago way.
