CPS legally leaves door open to keeping the lights on at 10 of 50 schools set to close

For now, Chicago Public Schools has legally left the door open to the possibility of halting 10 of its 50 historic school closings, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. Read More

On eve of Stanley Cup series, authorities warn of counterfeit memorabilia

With Chicago hockey mania at a fever pitch on the eve of the Blackhawks' opening Stanley Cup game against the Boston Bruins, federal authorities are urging fans to take a deep breath and exercise Read More

Cook County's top watchdog suing Berrios for ignoring subpoena

Cook County Inspector General Patrick Blanchard says Joe Berrios has been dodging a subpoena for nearly a year. Read More

Emanuel looking at raising property taxes for schools

Look out! Mayor Rahm Emanuel may be angling to raise property taxes for schools even higher than the limit. Read More

Obama: Bipartisan immigration reform bill is our best chance

President Barack Obama spoke in the East Room of the White House Tuesday morning, urging Congress to consider the bipartisan bill before them this week. Read More

Daley's announcement has little effect on Madigan

So, what effect does Bill Daley's announcement for governor have on his potential rival Attorney General Lisa Madigan? Read More

Gov. Quinn announces Stanley Cup wager with Mass. Gov. Patrick

Governor Pat Quinn has announced the wager he made with Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick concerning the Stanley Cup Final. Read More

Emanuel: Daley is a friend but focus is on being mayor

So where is Mayor Emanuel on Bill Daley's candidacy for governor? Read More

Emanuel: Daley is a friend but focus is on being mayor

So where is Mayor Emanuel on Bill Daley's candidacy for governor? Read More

Blackhawks fan grows 'playoff lawn'

Hockey fans have heard of playoff beards, but a playoff lawn? One Blackhawks fan in Park Ridge decided to be the first to grow his front lawn in support of his hometown team. Read More