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- Alderman Tom Allen has been appointed a Cook County Judge, meaning he won't seek re-election. [Clout Street/Tribune]
- Suspensions have been recommended for two police officers involved in the alleged beating of a man last month. [Sun-Times]
- Strip club owner Michael Wellek pleads guilty to filing a false income tax return. [Chicago Breaking News]
- With subpoenas flying regarding grants he sponsored, Rickey Hendon pulled out of the mayoral race. [Clout Street/Tribune]
- PResident Obama leaves for a trip to Asia. [WBEZ]
- Illinois Commerce Commission staff have recommended giving ComEd only a portion of its proposed $400 million rate hike. [Crain's Chicago Business]
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