Got an hour? Local cewebrities, print journos, and fellow regular air-breathers discuss the much despised proposed Chicago Promoters Ordinance. Remember, just because it's been tabled doesn't mean it's gone. Learn why it would kill your music scene. more ›

City council hearings began yesterday on Mayor Daley's newly-released 2009 city budget, and our aldermen don't seem to be very happy about many of its proposals. Daley's plan to slash police force hiring was a hotly contested item, as well as the scheme to boot cars after two tickets instead of three - a projected $48 million revenue generator. more ›