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Yesterday, we mentioned a group Iranian-Americans who planned to protest the recent controversial election (which is being understated about it) with a rally downtown. But this morning comes a report from CBS 2 that the group had a parade permit denied by the city. No reason was given for the denial. The New York Times has a good running update on the situation in Iran.

If you live in the area's Fifth U.S. Congressional District, Precinct 36 in the 19th Ward, or any of the many suburbs with elections going on today, don't forget to vote on the way home tonight. Many eyes will be on the Fifth CD race with County Commissioner Mike Quigley the expectant winner in a race with an expected low turnout. Polls will be open until 7 p.m. for both city and county elections.

Mayoral and municipal primaries are being held in some Chicago 'burbs today. Don't forget to vote if you live in Cicero, Berwyn, Calumet City, Waukegan, North Chicago, Elgin and Dolton. Polls are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

“If I fight on in my campaign, all the way to the convention… I forestall the launch of a national campaign, and frankly I would be making it easier for Sen. Clinton or Obama to win... Frankly, in this time of war, I simply cannot let my campaign be a part of aiding a surrender to terror.

It wasn't just Presidential candidates that were running for nominations in yesterday's vote. A handful of local Democrats and Republicans also ran for their party's spot on the November ballot as well.

Getting ready for tomorrow's big election action, we can't help but notice how much Obama-inspired art, design and crafting we've been seeing.

favorite candidate in the February 5 primary here in Illinois? Forgot to register to vote yesterday? It's not too late!