Barrack, Michelle, and The Big O aren't the only Chicagoans in Denmark for the big IOC love-in this week. According to a press release from No Games Chicago, a "delegation of Martin Macias, Jr., Tom Tresser and Rhoda Whitehorse" are in Copenhagen to "deliver our message on behalf of the people of Chicago that we do not want the 2016 Olympics." more ›

Facing criticism for not having true community involvement, Chicago's Olympic planners have announced a new "Outreach Advisory Council", focused on engaging interests such as affordable housing, contract procurement and affordable housing. more ›