The powerful 14th Ward Alderman gets into semantics when asked who he'd endorse for mayor. more ›

Opponents of Chicago's handgun ban - who have taken their battle to the U.S. Supreme Court - are finding themselves gaining support from all around the country. In fact, 38 states have shown support for the repeal. [Tribune] more ›

Mayor Daley has tossed around the number $22.5 billion as the value of the economic boost the city of Chicago would receive if it hosts the 2016 Olympics. But some experts are saying that number is more Olympian dream than reality. Crain's talked to several experts about MayDay's projected boon for the city and the answers they came away with leave us a bit cold about hosting the games. more ›