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Midday News Links: Emanuel's Approval Rating Falls

By Chuck Sudo in News on May 10, 2013 6:40PM

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  • A new poll shows Mayor Rahm Emanuel faces rising voter disenchantment, especially among blacks. Most residents, however, still view him as trustworthy. [Tribune]
  • The Music Box Theatre announced an upcoming renovation to their second, smaller screening room. [Music Box Theatre blog]
  • The New York Times published several letters to the editor criticizing Rachel Shteir's recent book reviews where she went off on the city, including one from CSO musical director Riccardo Muti. [New York Times]
  • A newly revealed light sculpture project on Congress Parkway cost taxpayers $3.4 million. [CBS Chicago]
  • Taj Gibson's profanity-laced tirade at the referees during Wednesday's Bulls-Heat game cost him $25,000. [Tribune]