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We Wilt Chicago
A critique of Mayor Lightfoot’s “We Will Chicago.”
Clyde Stewart
August 3, 2022
Another Resignation Shakes the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
The Cook County State's Attorney's Office is on life support.
Florian Sohnke
August 1, 2022
Cook County Prosecutor Scolds Kim Foxx in Retirement Letter
James Murphy ends 25-year career with immense frustration.
Florian Sohnke
July 29, 2022
Is Obama’s Consent Decree Killing Chicago Citizens and Police?
Was there any doubt murders, police suicides, car jackings and chaos would follow Special Monitor Maggie Hickey’s appointment to oversee Chicago police?
Martin Preib
July 23, 2022
Empowering Chicago Students through School Choice
To help Chicago's pupils, Illinois should extend and broaden the Illinois Choice Act.
Jordan Powell V
July 20, 2022
Chicago’s Existential Kim Foxx Problem
Chicago is stuck with Foxx until she is no longer protected.
James Bosco
July 19, 2022
Down and Out in Paris and London
Chicago mayor crosses the pond: UK Dispatch.
Benjamin Blair
July 18, 2022
Does Illinois Torture Commission Signal End of the Constitution?
Contrary to orthodox history, the violent radicals of the 1960s never went away. They burrowed deeper into the Democratic Party in cities like Chicago.
Martin Preib
July 15, 2022
The Hollowing of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Everything is going according to plan for Kim Foxx.
Florian Sohnke
July 13, 2022
Ken Griffin Divorces Chicago
Mayor Lightfoot ignored hedge fund manager's pleas for reconciliation.
Clyde Stewart
July 11, 2022
Chicago Cancels July 4th
A “Fake News, White Supremacist Holiday.”
Benjamin Blair
July 4, 2022
Kim Foxx Under Fire Again In Police Murder Case
Once again, allegations raise the question: Who does Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx work for?
Martin Preib
June 24, 2022
Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Vision Thing
Under Lightfoot, Chicago is stumbling through the darkness.
Clyde Stewart
June 22, 2022
Juneteenth is Just the Beginning: Chicago’s New Holiday Calendar
Chicago releases city holiday calendar for 2023.
Benjamin Blair
June 20, 2022
Tina Wallace for the 19th District
It’s time to end the Lindsey LaPointe comedy act.
Florian Sohnke
June 18, 2022
Tribune to Chicago: Don’t Mess With Our Kim Foxx
Chicago media bringing the war back home after California prosecutor's recall.
Martin Preib
June 15, 2022
Man Who Shot Chicago Police Officers Dies a Free Man
Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn, who let Howard Morgan out of jail for shooting three cops, now wants to run for mayor of Chicago.
Martin Preib
June 3, 2022
Ethics Reform, Chicago City Council Style
Alderman Michele Smith’s proposal to reform City Council will hardly usher in a golden age of ethics in Chicago politics.
Florian Sohnke
May 30, 2022
Chicago’s Immersion in Anti-Police Movement Allows Predators to Roam Free
Fate of CPD Officers Coughlin and Torres reveal why the Tyshon Brownlees of Chicago run free.
Martin Preib
May 27, 2022
A Search For Better K-12 Chicago Area Schools Points to Northwest Indiana
Academic excellence, greater diversity and value exists across the border in Indiana.
Benjamin Blair
May 23, 2022
Chicago Jewish Day School “Course Corrects” Children’s Moral, Gender and Sexual Identities
Teacher and former DEI head at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School Johanna Thompson continues abusive taunts as religion takes a back seat to progressive ideology and bullying of students.
Michael Bernard
May 21, 2022
Chicago Mayor Cranks Up Incendiary Rhetoric on Twitter
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s “call to arms” on social media goes without rebuke.
Clyde Stewart
May 20, 2022
Chicago Should Pay Special Attention to the CTU Election
Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.
Florian Sohnke
May 18, 2022
For Whom Are Kwame Raoul and Kimberly Foxx Working?
Attorney launches broadsides against Illinois Attorney General and Cook County prosecutor over exoneration of convicted police killer Jackie Wilson.
Martin Preib
May 16, 2022
Sanity in Indiana Steel Country, Only 40 Miles From Chicago
Midget wrestling in Hobart.
Benjamin Blair
May 10, 2022
Kim Foxx Reverses Course, Allows Two Accused Killers to Skate
Shocking about face on behalf of two men accused of double murder could be the worst corruption under Foxx.
Martin Preib
November 21, 2022
Policing in Chicago Will Suffer After the SAFE-T Act
The new law is as dangerous as criminals themselves.
Florian Sohnke
November 16, 2022
Will Exoneration Movement Decide Chicago Mayoral Election?
A rare bright spot in Chicago journalism emerged.
Martin Preib
November 10, 2022
The Latin School of Chicago in Shambles
Depravity, “rules for thee and not for me” and bullying culture appear systemic at Chicago’s most elite private school.
Florian Sohnke
October 27, 2022
New Signs CBS, Dave Savini Shattered the Career of Chicago Police Officer?
After shameless coverage, CBS, Dave Savini, every institution in the city failed officer who almost gave her life in service to Chicago.
Martin Preib
October 26, 2022
Chicago's Sanctuary City Folly
Mayor Lori Lightfoot got exactly what she wished for.
Florian Sohnke
October 13, 2022
Another Chicago Media Figure Comes to the Aid of Kim Foxx
WGN’s Andrew Schroedter jumps on the Kim Foxx bandwagon.
Martin Preib
September 8, 2022
Can Chicago FOP Hold the Line?
New CDC guidelines for COVID-19 bolsters officers who rejected Chicago's mandates.
Martin Preib
August 23, 2022
Chicago Police Thrown to the Wolves
As rioters get a pass from Kim Foxx, Chicago hands down ludicrous penalties for officers who were victims of 2020 ambushes
Martin Preib
August 11, 2022
Another Resignation Shakes the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
The Cook County State's Attorney's Office is on life support.
Florian Sohnke
August 1, 2022
Cook County Prosecutor Scolds Kim Foxx in Retirement Letter
James Murphy ends 25-year career with immense frustration.
Florian Sohnke
July 29, 2022
Is Obama’s Consent Decree Killing Chicago Citizens and Police?
Was there any doubt murders, police suicides, car jackings and chaos would follow Special Monitor Maggie Hickey’s appointment to oversee Chicago police?
Martin Preib
July 23, 2022
Chicago’s Existential Kim Foxx Problem
Chicago is stuck with Foxx until she is no longer protected.
James Bosco
July 19, 2022
Does Illinois Torture Commission Signal End of the Constitution?
Contrary to orthodox history, the violent radicals of the 1960s never went away. They burrowed deeper into the Democratic Party in cities like Chicago.
Martin Preib
July 15, 2022
The Hollowing of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Everything is going according to plan for Kim Foxx.
Florian Sohnke
July 13, 2022
Kim Foxx Under Fire Again In Police Murder Case
Once again, allegations raise the question: Who does Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx work for?
Martin Preib
June 24, 2022
Tribune to Chicago: Don’t Mess With Our Kim Foxx
Chicago media bringing the war back home after California prosecutor's recall.
Martin Preib
June 15, 2022
Chicago’s Immersion in Anti-Police Movement Allows Predators to Roam Free
Fate of CPD Officers Coughlin and Torres reveal why the Tyshon Brownlees of Chicago run free.
Martin Preib
May 27, 2022
Chicago Mayor Cranks Up Incendiary Rhetoric on Twitter
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s “call to arms” on social media goes without rebuke.
Clyde Stewart
May 20, 2022
For Whom Are Kwame Raoul and Kimberly Foxx Working?
Attorney launches broadsides against Illinois Attorney General and Cook County prosecutor over exoneration of convicted police killer Jackie Wilson.
Martin Preib
May 16, 2022
Kim Foxx is Why Chicago is Doomed
The Cook County prosecutor and the bomb throwers.
Martin Preib
May 9, 2022
Kim Foxx Poisons the Well for Two Chicago Police Officers
Cook County State’s Attorney can never leave well enough alone.
Florian Sohnke
April 15, 2022
The Hijacking of the Illinois Governor's Office
By all means, Governor Pritzker, let’s look at everything that “has occurred” in the exoneration industry's takeover of the governor's office.
Martin Preib
April 12, 2022
What are Chicago’s Mission, Vision and Values?
George Shay
April 6, 2022
A Tale of Two Chicago Progressives
The differing treatment of Foxx and Lightfoot by Chicago media is telling.
Martin Preib
March 21, 2022
Power to the People: Chicago Tribune Reporter Dan Hinkel Returns
A marriage made in progressive heaven, former Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Hinkel joins the Better Government Association.
Martin Preib
March 9, 2022
Chicago Prepares to Hand over $1.67 Million for Diapers
It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.
Florian Sohnke
March 2, 2022
Is New Scandal Brewing for State Panel That Freed Man Convicted in Murder of Two Chicago Police?
With Jackie Wilson’s path to freedom through Torture Commission under fire in federal court, should Kim Foxx be prosecuting him on charges of beating woman?
Martin Preib
February 21, 2022
Man Exonerated in Murder of Two Chicago Police Officers Arrested for Beating Woman
Though Chicago’s biased media reliably reported on Jackie Wilson’s journey to freedom, it ignored his recent arrest.
Martin Preib
February 15, 2022
Illinois General Assembly Rigs the Game for Sheriff Tom Dart
Barring a miracle, it looks as if Cook County is stuck with Tom Dart for another term.
Florian Sohnke
February 3, 2022
Chicago Tribune on Trial?
Who do Tribune journalists Megan Crepeau and Jason Meisner really work for?
Martin Preib
February 1, 2022
The Coming Catastrophe for Chicago’s African Americans
Progressive laws, policies certain to create a hellish summer for Chicago’s black communities.
Martin Preib
January 20, 2022
Women’s Rights Ignored by Chicago’s Progressive Media?
Chicago an example of how crucial stories alleging misconduct against young women can be buried?
Martin Preib
January 10, 2022
On Chicago: Lightfoot Faces Her First Serious Reelection Challenge
An unqualified Obama apparatchik could pose a threat to Chicago's hapless mayor.
Second City Cop
January 7, 2022
Time for Chicago to Defund Broken Police Oversight Agency
Accountability for COPA is long overdue.
Patrick Dent
January 3, 2022
Chicago’s $2.9 Million Blunder
How a broken door transformed into a seismic event and a seven-figure settlement.
Florian Sohnke
December 27, 2021
Chicago’s Patron Saint of Gangs
Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.
Rafael de León
December 23, 2021
On Chicago: Merry Christmas and an Unhappy New Year
Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.
Second City Cop
December 22, 2021
Will COPA Ruling on Chicago Police Shooting Be Lightfoot’s Last Stand?
Does delayed ruling in fatal police shooting indicate another scandal is brewing at COPA?
Martin Preib
December 20, 2021
To Reduce Crime in Chicago, Alderwoman Michele Smith Needs a Mirror
It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.
Martin Preib
December 13, 2021
On Chicago: You Think It's Bad Now?
The worst has yet to come.
Second City Cop
December 1, 2021
Militant Media: Chicago Tribune Partners With Injustice Watch
A disgraced media tries to keep its doomed narratives alive.
Martin Preib
November 17, 2021
On Chicago: The Erosion of Rights
The Chicago Sun-Times advances Progressive disarmament.
Second City Cop
November 11, 2021
Sheriff Tom Dart: Chicagoland’s “Innovator”
WGN’s Ben Bradley serves as press secretary and reporter during webinar on crime in Cook County.
Alisa Rosenbaum
November 9, 2021
Chicago's Walter Jones: A Most Courageous Attorney
Walter Jones lived up to highest standards under immense pressure in key murder case.
Martin Preib
October 29, 2021
Federal Judge Rejects COPA’s Decision in Chicago Police Shooting
Courts defying city's, state's politically motivated police reform entities greeted with media silence.
Martin Preib
October 26, 2021
On Chicago: Lightfoot the Dictator
All hail Groot the fascist.
Second City Cop
October 25, 2021
Chicago Police Leadership Targets Officers One by One
Attempts to frighten officers into capitulating in battle for collective bargaining rights are likely illegal.
Patrick Dent
October 24, 2021
Chicago Attorney: Overturning Conviction in Police Murder Illegal
Attorney challenges legitimacy of state commission that paved way for release of Jackie Wilson for his role in 1982 murder of two Chicago police officers.
Martin Preib
October 18, 2021
To What Length Will Chicago’s Fawning Media Go to Protect Kim Foxx?
Chaos reigns in Cook County prosecutor’s office.
Martin Preib
October 13, 2021
On Chicago: Everyone's Leaving?!?!
Was it something I said?
Second City Cop
October 7, 2021
Federal Officials Grant Sweet Deal in Case of Threats against Chicago Police
Misdemeanor plea for offender who delivered threats to kill Chicago police on social media.
Martin Preib
October 6, 2021
Chicago Aldermen Must Aggressively Quiz Police Superintendent at Police Budget Hearing
The stakes of CPD budget hearing are too great for aldermen to wilt.
Patrick Dent
October 3, 2021
New Book Digs into Chicago’s Challenges
Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.
Florian Sohnke
September 29, 2021
Chicago Media Code of Silence Strikes Again
Chicago Tribune’s Jason Meisner heads up activist media seemingly aimed at poisoning the jury pool.
Martin Preib
September 20, 2021
Chicago Judge Ruling on Evidence or Politics?
Rulings by Judge James Obbish becoming more and more suspicious.
Martin Preib
September 14, 2021
On Chicago: Welcome to the Party, Mr. Kass
Well-known opinion columnist virtue signals his disgust.
Second City Cop
September 10, 2021
Chicago Police Commander's E-mail Rips Prosecutors, Media in Child Murder Case
Area 5 commander sets record straight on murder investigation, rebukes Kim Foxx, Sun-Times coverage of case.
Michael Bernard
September 8, 2021
On Chicago: Afghanistan Debacle Should Inspire Deep and Rigorous Thinking among Windy City Residents
Thinning police ranks, officers in retreat should have all Chicago residents uneasy.
Second City Cop
September 1, 2021
Release of Cop Killer Has Roots in Chicago
Cuomo’s release of Weather Underground member David Gilbert reveals radicalized Democratic Party.
Martin Preib
August 31, 2021
On Chicago: Policing After Officer Ella French's Death
Despite outpouring of grief for slain officer, some wounds persist and may be beyond healing.
Second City Cop
August 23, 2021
None in Chicago Dare Call It Treason
Despite slaughter of the innocent, Chicago’s unified progressives hold the party line.
Martin Preib
August 20, 2021
Illinois General Assembly Must Adopt a Mayoral Recall Election for Chicago
A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.
Florian Sohnke
August 19, 2021
Yes, Chicago, Kim Foxx is Lax on Crime
It is in the small things the rot starts
Florian Sohnke
August 13, 2021
On Chicago: And There it Goes
Chicago police officers are all alone.
Second City Cop
August 11, 2021
On Chicago: SCC Summarizes July Lawlessness, Media Fails, and Low Police Recruitment Numbers
That's an excess of misconceptions Kim.
Second City Cop
August 5, 2021
Chicago Must Attack Legality of the Illinois Torture Inquiry and Relief Commission
Evidence abounds commission that allowed for the release of Jackie Wilson for his role in murder of two officers is a constitutional travesty.
Martin Preib
August 3, 2021
David Brown Dehumanizes Members of the Chicago Police Department
On superintendent’s whim, another upstanding Chicago police officer loses his career.
Patrick Dent
July 29, 2021
On Chicago: "Misconception"
Are you going to believe Kim Foxx or your lying eyes Chicago?
Second City Cop
July 23, 2021
Chicago Tribune Stories Rejected in Federal Court
Conflicts between federal court cases and stories peddled by Tribune reporter Greg Pratt explain why so few trust media.
Martin Preib
July 22, 2021
On Chicago: Lightfoot Crafts Misleading Narrative on Guns
No "weapons of war" were seized, no "tragedy was averted" in incident at W Hotel.
Second City Cop
July 21, 2021
Criminalizing Police Becomes Law in Illinois
Legislation proves once again Chicago, Illinois, lead the revolt against the American Republic.
Martin Preib
July 9, 2021
On Chicago: The Windy City Hits the Century Mark
The first of many?
Second City Cop
July 8, 2021
Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown’s Poetic Justice
Chicago adrift amid David Brown's rudderless leadership.
Michael Bernard
July 6, 2021
On Chicago: SCC Asks: Had Enough Yet?
Reaping the whirlwind.
Second City Cop
June 29, 2021
Fairy Tales Claim Big Problem for Chicago Media?
WBEZ’s Chip Mitchell pens a bizarre article questioning city attorneys.
Martin Preib
June 25, 2021
On Chicago: Second City Cop Discusses the City's Perpetual Decline
Brownie: You're doing a heck of a job.
Second City Cop
June 17, 2021
Are Women and Children Sacrificed in Chicago’s Progressive Movement?
Women, children fodder for the militant anti-police movement?
Martin Preib
June 7, 2021
On Chicago: Second City Cop's Observations and Opinions
SCC cleans out the memory backlog.
Second City Cop
June 2, 2021
Lori Lightfoot and David Brown Proudly Announce Chicago's Summer of Anarchy
Chicago's new foot-chase policy certain to usher in a new crime wave.
Patrick Dent
May 28, 2021
Chicago's Descent into Chaos
Mismanaging the Chicago Police Department.
Second City Cop
May 27, 2021
City of Chicago Attorneys: Prosecutors Didn’t Believe Men Innocent of Murder
Eric Zorn, Gregory Pratt, Chicago Tribune’s coverage of murder and rape case challenged in federal court, again.
Martin Preib
May 26, 2021
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot at Mid-Term
The face of failure.
Florian Sohnke
May 24, 2021
Lawmakers Always Target Chicago Police, Never Federal Law Enforcement
Why do federal authorities always get a pass?
Martin Preib
May 13, 2021
Mayor Lightfoot: Save Chicago!
Chicago needs bold and principled leadership.
Second City Cop
May 12, 2021
What if Chicago Cops Stop Caring?
What if Officers already have?
Second City Cop
May 6, 2021
Chicago Attorney Who Filed Lawsuits Against Officers Suspended
Sanctions imposed on Chicago attorney by state disciplinary commission go unnoticed by Chicago media.
Martin Preib
May 5, 2021
Here We Go Again, Chicago
Chicago cops cannot win.
Second City Cop
May 3, 2021
Kim Foxx's Chicago Exposed
Chicago Contrarian’s Marty Preib appears on Fox Nation’s Tucker Carlson Originals.
Florian Sohnke
April 26, 2021
Second City Cop Addresses Chicago
Administrators of popular Chicago blog emerge to deliver some great thoughts and observations.
Florian Sohnke
April 21, 2021
Where is Chicago’s Procedural Justice Now?
Mayor leaves police, city attorneys at the mercy of smear merchants.
Martin Preib
April 20, 2021
Chicago's Non-Judgmental Mayor
It is fair to pass judgment on Adam Toledo’s death.
Florian Sohnke
April 12, 2021
Mayor Lightfoot, Superintendent Brown to Chicago Police: Stop Arresting Criminals
New foot pursuit policy signals the end of proactive policing and the beginning of terminations for justifiable uses of force.
Patrick Dent
April 8, 2021
Sun-Times, Chicago Media Stirring Civil Unrest?
Reporting on Shooting of 13-year-old follows tired, baseless script.
Martin Preib
April 4, 2021
The Chicago Tribune Remains Curiously Mum
As the future of the paper remains uncertain, a window of opportunity for atonement by Tribune reporters is closing.
Martin Preib
March 31, 2021
Chicago’s Failed Experiment with Bail Reform
Loyola University study reveals crime actually increased in the Windy City after bail reform was enacted.
Florian Sohnke
March 29, 2021
New Policing Strategy Certain to Wreak Havoc on Chicago's Streets
Brown and Carter seek numbers crunching as replacement for vigilant policing.
Michael Bernard
March 26, 2021
Living and Working in Chicago no Longer Manageable for Police
Should residency now be a human rights issue for Chicago Police?
Martin Preib
March 21, 2021
The Factors Driving Flight From Chicago
It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.
Alisa Rosenbaum
March 19, 2021
Did CBS Chicago's Fake Warrant Story Drive Weak Politicos?
Elected officials cringe before blowhard newsreader Dave Savini.
Martin Preib
March 10, 2021
Policing in Chicago Will Suffer After the SAFE-T Act
The new law is as dangerous as criminals themselves.
Florian Sohnke
November 16, 2022
Transportation Justice, Chicago Mayor Lightfoot Style
Looting a special TIF district to pay for equity.
Rafael de León
November 14, 2022
Will Exoneration Movement Decide Chicago Mayoral Election?
A rare bright spot in Chicago journalism emerged.
Martin Preib
November 10, 2022
Chicago’s Newest Giveaway: Paid Parental Leave
Competitively bidding out city services would best serve Chicago residents.
Florian Sohnke
November 2, 2022
New Signs CBS, Dave Savini Shattered the Career of Chicago Police Officer?
After shameless coverage, CBS, Dave Savini, every institution in the city failed officer who almost gave her life in service to Chicago.
Martin Preib
October 26, 2022
Chicago Police Board President Spurns Crucial Role in Adam Toledo Case.
Fearful of backlash from anti-police activists, Ghian Foreman bungles key decision.
Rafael de León
October 24, 2022
Chicago's Sanctuary City Folly
Mayor Lori Lightfoot got exactly what she wished for.
Florian Sohnke
October 13, 2022
Chicago’s Ministry of Propaganda Gets a Massive Boost
Activist media gets a cash infusion, Eric Zorn targets CWB Chicago.
Martin Preib
October 11, 2022
Chicago Landlords Brace for a Further Erosion of Their Rights
A step toward the state taking over private property, HB 2775 will only hurt those in the greatest need of affordable housing.
Florian Sohnke
October 10, 2022
Another Chicago Media Figure Comes to the Aid of Kim Foxx
WGN’s Andrew Schroedter jumps on the Kim Foxx bandwagon.
Martin Preib
September 8, 2022
Vote for Lori: Welcoming Texas Border Crossing Sanctuary Voters to Chicago
Si Se, Puede!
Benjamin Blair
September 6, 2022
Every Teacher a Social Justice Warrior: Pronouns in Chicago Classrooms
CPS preaches pronouns and the 72 genders, as Chicago kids make non-binary ninja jokes.
Benjamin Blair
September 5, 2022
Welcome to Another Great Year at Chicago Public Schools
CPS shared a welcome letter with parents but neglected to share that all kids will have an opportunity to learn radical gender ideology and Critical Race Theory.
Alisa Rosenbaum
August 25, 2022
Can Chicago FOP Hold the Line?
New CDC guidelines for COVID-19 bolsters officers who rejected Chicago's mandates.
Martin Preib
August 23, 2022
Chicago Police Department Cajoles Bubble Tea Drinkers to Join the Force in Chinatown
‍A failed pitch highlights the inability to recruit new officers in Chicago.
Benjamin Blair
August 17, 2022
Alderman’s Neutral Stance in Chicago Mayoral Contest a Disservice to 19th Ward
Assert yourself, Alderman O'Shea.
Florian Sohnke
August 16, 2022
Chicago Police Thrown to the Wolves
As rioters get a pass from Kim Foxx, Chicago hands down ludicrous penalties for officers who were victims of 2020 ambushes
Martin Preib
August 11, 2022
What it Will Take to Keep Companies in Sweet Home Chicago
It's not just large corporations leaving the Windy City.
Alisa Rosenbaum
August 9, 2022
Fake Lori: Et Tu, Tunney?
Northside alderperson to challenge ME? Nah!
Benjamin Blair
August 8, 2022
Did Prosecutor’s Exit from CCSAO Expose Secret Handshake between Kim Foxx, Chicago Media?
For top prosecutor and a club of reporters at the Chicago Tribune, one hand seems to wash the other.
Martin Preib
August 4, 2022
We Wilt Chicago
A critique of Mayor Lightfoot’s “We Will Chicago.”
Clyde Stewart
August 3, 2022
Another Resignation Shakes the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
The Cook County State's Attorney's Office is on life support.
Florian Sohnke
August 1, 2022
Cook County Prosecutor Scolds Kim Foxx in Retirement Letter
James Murphy ends 25-year career with immense frustration.
Florian Sohnke
July 29, 2022
Is Obama’s Consent Decree Killing Chicago Citizens and Police?
Was there any doubt murders, police suicides, car jackings and chaos would follow Special Monitor Maggie Hickey’s appointment to oversee Chicago police?
Martin Preib
July 23, 2022
Chicago’s Existential Kim Foxx Problem
Chicago is stuck with Foxx until she is no longer protected.
James Bosco
July 19, 2022
Down and Out in Paris and London
Chicago mayor crosses the pond: UK Dispatch.
Benjamin Blair
July 18, 2022
Does Illinois Torture Commission Signal End of the Constitution?
Contrary to orthodox history, the violent radicals of the 1960s never went away. They burrowed deeper into the Democratic Party in cities like Chicago.
Martin Preib
July 15, 2022
The Hollowing of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office
Everything is going according to plan for Kim Foxx.
Florian Sohnke
July 13, 2022
Ken Griffin Divorces Chicago
Mayor Lightfoot ignored hedge fund manager's pleas for reconciliation.
Clyde Stewart
July 11, 2022
Chicago Cancels July 4th
A “Fake News, White Supremacist Holiday.”
Benjamin Blair
July 4, 2022
Kim Foxx Under Fire Again In Police Murder Case
Once again, allegations raise the question: Who does Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx work for?
Martin Preib
June 24, 2022
Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Vision Thing
Under Lightfoot, Chicago is stumbling through the darkness.
Clyde Stewart
June 22, 2022
Juneteenth is Just the Beginning: Chicago’s New Holiday Calendar
Chicago releases city holiday calendar for 2023.
Benjamin Blair
June 20, 2022
Tina Wallace for the 19th District
It’s time to end the Lindsey LaPointe comedy act.
Florian Sohnke
June 18, 2022
Tribune to Chicago: Don’t Mess With Our Kim Foxx
Chicago media bringing the war back home after California prosecutor's recall.
Martin Preib
June 15, 2022
Man Who Shot Chicago Police Officers Dies a Free Man
Former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn, who let Howard Morgan out of jail for shooting three cops, now wants to run for mayor of Chicago.
Martin Preib
June 3, 2022
Ethics Reform, Chicago City Council Style
Alderman Michele Smith’s proposal to reform City Council will hardly usher in a golden age of ethics in Chicago politics.
Florian Sohnke
May 30, 2022
Chicago’s Immersion in Anti-Police Movement Allows Predators to Roam Free
Fate of CPD Officers Coughlin and Torres reveal why the Tyshon Brownlees of Chicago run free.
Martin Preib
May 27, 2022
A Search For Better K-12 Chicago Area Schools Points to Northwest Indiana
Academic excellence, greater diversity and value exists across the border in Indiana.
Benjamin Blair
May 23, 2022
Chicago Jewish Day School “Course Corrects” Children’s Moral, Gender and Sexual Identities
Teacher and former DEI head at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School Johanna Thompson continues abusive taunts as religion takes a back seat to progressive ideology and bullying of students.
Michael Bernard
May 21, 2022
Chicago Mayor Cranks Up Incendiary Rhetoric on Twitter
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s “call to arms” on social media goes without rebuke.
Clyde Stewart
May 20, 2022
Chicago Should Pay Special Attention to the CTU Election
Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.
Florian Sohnke
May 18, 2022
For Whom Are Kwame Raoul and Kimberly Foxx Working?
Attorney launches broadsides against Illinois Attorney General and Cook County prosecutor over exoneration of convicted police killer Jackie Wilson.
Martin Preib
May 16, 2022
Sanity in Indiana Steel Country, Only 40 Miles From Chicago
Midget wrestling in Hobart.
Benjamin Blair
May 10, 2022
Kim Foxx is Why Chicago is Doomed
The Cook County prosecutor and the bomb throwers.
Martin Preib
May 9, 2022
Chicago Reality Television
A modest proposal to finance vote buying.
George Shay
May 6, 2022
Stinky Politics: Free Gas Becomes Centerpiece of Chicago’s Mayoral Race
Fake Lori goes to school on Willie Wilson’s gas programs on the South and West Sides.
Benjamin Blair
May 3, 2022
Let the Chicago Reader Rot
Did the demise of American media start in Chicago’s pretentious alternative press?
Martin Preib
April 26, 2022
Kim Foxx Poisons the Well for Two Chicago Police Officers
Cook County State’s Attorney can never leave well enough alone.
Florian Sohnke
April 15, 2022
Chicago’s Best High Schools: Select Enrollment, Not So Select
New CPS proposal will further peck away at Select Enrollment admissions standards in the 2023-2024 school year to further “equity.”
Alisa Rosenbaum
April 13, 2022
The Hijacking of the Illinois Governor's Office
By all means, Governor Pritzker, let’s look at everything that “has occurred” in the exoneration industry's takeover of the governor's office.
Martin Preib
April 12, 2022
What Alderman Raymond Lopez Brings to the Chicago Mayoral Race
The contrasts separating Mayor Lightfoot and Alderman Lopez are stark.
Clyde Stewart
April 11, 2022
What are Chicago’s Mission, Vision and Values?
George Shay
April 6, 2022
The Sad Drama of the Chicago City Council
The Chicago City Council was once an ideas shop. Today, it's a theatrical stage.
Florian Sohnke
April 5, 2022
Statement of Chicago Principles
"All great changes are proceeded by chaos" - Deepak Chopra.
George Shay
April 4, 2022
Chicago Police: One Percent For Lori
The size of Mayor Lightfoot’s “Command Post” comes under scrutiny.
Benjamin Blair
March 30, 2022
A Tale of Two Chicago Progressives
The differing treatment of Foxx and Lightfoot by Chicago media is telling.
Martin Preib
March 21, 2022
Chicago Alderman Roderick Sawyer Looks Out for the Little Guy
Chicago's 6th Ward alderman abhors capitalism, unless it’s crony capitalism.
Florian Sohnke
March 15, 2022
Booth Bobbles: Chicago’s Destructive Mayor Featured at Premier U of C Event
Lori Lightfoot’s appearance at Management Conference triggers cognitive dissonance.
Clyde Stewart
March 14, 2022
Power to the People: Chicago Tribune Reporter Dan Hinkel Returns
A marriage made in progressive heaven, former Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Hinkel joins the Better Government Association.
Martin Preib
March 9, 2022
Lori Lightfoot: The Sausage King of Chicago
Mayor defends the size of her Columbus.
Benjamin Blair
March 4, 2022
Susan Sadlowski Garza: The Face of White Supremacy in Chicago
The haters start piling on Team Lori.
Benjamin Blair
March 3, 2022
Chicago Prepares to Hand over $1.67 Million for Diapers
It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.
Florian Sohnke
March 2, 2022
White Supremacists Take Millennium Park
An affront to the people’s revolution, blue and yellow flags popping up across Chicago.
Benjamin Blair
February 28, 2022
Art Institute of Chicago: Firing of Docents is 'Misinformation'
Institution sends e-mail to lapsed member, denying it fired docents in the spirit of equity.
Benjamin Blair
February 22, 2022
Is New Scandal Brewing for State Panel That Freed Man Convicted in Murder of Two Chicago Police?
With Jackie Wilson’s path to freedom through Torture Commission under fire in federal court, should Kim Foxx be prosecuting him on charges of beating woman?
Martin Preib
February 21, 2022
Politics Trumps Public Safety for Two Chicago Aldermen
With vote of support for scandal-ridden head of police oversight agency, Aldermen Osterman and Smith ensure decline of their wards and Chicago.
Martin Preib
February 15, 2022
Man Exonerated in Murder of Two Chicago Police Officers Arrested for Beating Woman
Though Chicago’s biased media reliably reported on Jackie Wilson’s journey to freedom, it ignored his recent arrest.
Martin Preib
February 15, 2022
What is the Next Step for the Chicago Teachers Union?
CORE’s shadowy past should cast doubt its next slating will be a democratic exercise.
Florian Sohnke
February 7, 2022
Illinois General Assembly Rigs the Game for Sheriff Tom Dart
Barring a miracle, it looks as if Cook County is stuck with Tom Dart for another term.
Florian Sohnke
February 3, 2022
Chicago Tribune on Trial?
Who do Tribune journalists Megan Crepeau and Jason Meisner really work for?
Martin Preib
February 1, 2022
Can the GOP Make a Comeback in Chicago?
With Mayor Lightfoot on the ropes, will the Republican Party or Chicago's GOP donors influence the 2023 mayoral election?
Florian Sohnke
January 26, 2022
The Coming Catastrophe for Chicago’s African Americans
Progressive laws, policies certain to create a hellish summer for Chicago’s black communities.
Martin Preib
January 20, 2022
Internal Politics Spurred Chicago Teachers Union Walkout
Much is at stake for Sharkey, Davis Gates in May CTU elections.
Rafael de León
January 14, 2022
Smaller & Taller: Place-Based Governance in Chicago
Emergent social norms and polycentric governance strengthen civility.
Joseph Lambke
January 11, 2022
Women’s Rights Ignored by Chicago’s Progressive Media?
Chicago an example of how crucial stories alleging misconduct against young women can be buried?
Martin Preib
January 10, 2022
It’s Time to Hold CTU Responsible for the Violence Tearing Apart Chicago’s Streets
Chicago Contrarian analysis links rising violent crime with the Chicago Teachers Union.
Alisa Rosenbaum
January 9, 2022
On Chicago: Lightfoot Faces Her First Serious Reelection Challenge
An unqualified Obama apparatchik could pose a threat to Chicago's hapless mayor.
Second City Cop
January 7, 2022
Escape from the Northside of Chicago
Northside business executives plot their strategies for escape and evasion in 2022.
Benjamin Blair
January 6, 2022
Smaller & Taller: Governance and Levels of Communities in Chicago
Did you say charter city?
Joseph Lambke
January 5, 2022
Time for Chicago to Defund Broken Police Oversight Agency
Accountability for COPA is long overdue.
Patrick Dent
January 3, 2022
The Communist Next Door
Hyper local social media site Nextdoor censors Chicago users on education, crime, and political commentary.
Alisa Rosenbaum
December 30, 2021
Chicago’s $2.9 Million Blunder
How a broken door transformed into a seismic event and a seven-figure settlement.
Florian Sohnke
December 27, 2021
Chicago’s Patron Saint of Gangs
Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.
Rafael de León
December 23, 2021
On Chicago: Merry Christmas and an Unhappy New Year
Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.
Second City Cop
December 22, 2021
Chicago's Latin School Screens Jewish Families for Wokeness
Progressive litmus test rattles elite Chicago school admissions
Michael Bernard
December 21, 2021
Will COPA Ruling on Chicago Police Shooting Be Lightfoot’s Last Stand?
Does delayed ruling in fatal police shooting indicate another scandal is brewing at COPA?
Martin Preib
December 20, 2021
Chicago Experiments with a Universal Basic Income
Though noble, UBI is part of a problem rather than a solution.
Florian Sohnke
December 17, 2021
To Reduce Crime in Chicago, Alderwoman Michele Smith Needs a Mirror
It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.
Martin Preib
December 13, 2021
Crain’s Chicago Business Fangirls Kim Foxx
The death of the political interview.
Florian Sohnke
December 9, 2021
On Chicago: You Think It's Bad Now?
The worst has yet to come.
Second City Cop
December 1, 2021
Chicago Police Captain's Retirement Message Warns of Dire State of Affairs at the top of CPD
Melvin Roman's exit leaves an immense void at CPD.
Florian Sohnke
December 1, 2021
Chicago First In Nation to Announce Equitable Incarceration Mandate
Defined jail population ratios to dismantle systemic racism.
Benjamin Blair
November 29, 2021
Chicago Elite Schools Channel Progressive McCarthyism in Admissions, Curriculum
Are you now or have you ever been against Critical Race Theory?
Benjamin Blair
November 24, 2021
Radical Left-Wing Activists Consuming Chicago Neighborhood
Progressive madness engulfs Jefferson Park.
Florian Sohnke
November 19, 2021
Cynical Race Theory: Chicago Parents Wake Up to What CRT Really Is
Racism in schools: From the Virginia governor’s election to Latin and Francis Parker.
Don Stater
November 16, 2021
On Chicago: The Erosion of Rights
The Chicago Sun-Times advances Progressive disarmament.
Second City Cop
November 11, 2021
Chicago Mayor's New Antiracist Magic 8 Ball Points Fingers at the Haters
Chicago Wokeness: Shaken, not stirred.
Benjamin Blair
November 10, 2021
Sheriff Tom Dart: Chicagoland’s “Innovator”
WGN’s Ben Bradley serves as press secretary and reporter during webinar on crime in Cook County.
Alisa Rosenbaum
November 9, 2021
Chicago's Walter Jones: A Most Courageous Attorney
Walter Jones lived up to highest standards under immense pressure in key murder case.
Martin Preib
October 29, 2021
Kim Foxx Reverses Course, Allows Two Accused Killers to Skate
Shocking about face on behalf of two men accused of double murder could be the worst corruption under Foxx.
Martin Preib
November 21, 2022
Will Exoneration Movement Decide Chicago Mayoral Election?
A rare bright spot in Chicago journalism emerged.
Martin Preib
November 10, 2022
New Signs CBS, Dave Savini Shattered the Career of Chicago Police Officer?
After shameless coverage, CBS, Dave Savini, every institution in the city failed officer who almost gave her life in service to Chicago.
Martin Preib
October 26, 2022
Chicago’s Ministry of Propaganda Gets a Massive Boost
Activist media gets a cash infusion, Eric Zorn targets CWB Chicago.
Martin Preib
October 11, 2022
Another Chicago Media Figure Comes to the Aid of Kim Foxx
WGN’s Andrew Schroedter jumps on the Kim Foxx bandwagon.
Martin Preib
September 8, 2022
Chicago Police Thrown to the Wolves
As rioters get a pass from Kim Foxx, Chicago hands down ludicrous penalties for officers who were victims of 2020 ambushes
Martin Preib
August 11, 2022
Did Prosecutor’s Exit from CCSAO Expose Secret Handshake between Kim Foxx, Chicago Media?
For top prosecutor and a club of reporters at the Chicago Tribune, one hand seems to wash the other.
Martin Preib
August 4, 2022
Kim Foxx Under Fire Again In Police Murder Case
Once again, allegations raise the question: Who does Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx work for?
Martin Preib
June 24, 2022
Tribune to Chicago: Don’t Mess With Our Kim Foxx
Chicago media bringing the war back home after California prosecutor's recall.
Martin Preib
June 15, 2022
Chicago’s Immersion in Anti-Police Movement Allows Predators to Roam Free
Fate of CPD Officers Coughlin and Torres reveal why the Tyshon Brownlees of Chicago run free.
Martin Preib
May 27, 2022
For Whom Are Kwame Raoul and Kimberly Foxx Working?
Attorney launches broadsides against Illinois Attorney General and Cook County prosecutor over exoneration of convicted police killer Jackie Wilson.
Martin Preib
May 16, 2022
Kim Foxx is Why Chicago is Doomed
The Cook County prosecutor and the bomb throwers.
Martin Preib
May 9, 2022
Chicago Reality Television
A modest proposal to finance vote buying.
George Shay
May 6, 2022
Let the Chicago Reader Rot
Did the demise of American media start in Chicago’s pretentious alternative press?
Martin Preib
April 26, 2022
The Hijacking of the Illinois Governor's Office
By all means, Governor Pritzker, let’s look at everything that “has occurred” in the exoneration industry's takeover of the governor's office.
Martin Preib
April 12, 2022
Chicago Police: One Percent For Lori
The size of Mayor Lightfoot’s “Command Post” comes under scrutiny.
Benjamin Blair
March 30, 2022
Power to the People: Chicago Tribune Reporter Dan Hinkel Returns
A marriage made in progressive heaven, former Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Hinkel joins the Better Government Association.
Martin Preib
March 9, 2022
Is New Scandal Brewing for State Panel That Freed Man Convicted in Murder of Two Chicago Police?
With Jackie Wilson’s path to freedom through Torture Commission under fire in federal court, should Kim Foxx be prosecuting him on charges of beating woman?
Martin Preib
February 21, 2022
Man Exonerated in Murder of Two Chicago Police Officers Arrested for Beating Woman
Though Chicago’s biased media reliably reported on Jackie Wilson’s journey to freedom, it ignored his recent arrest.
Martin Preib
February 15, 2022
Chicago Tribune on Trial?
Who do Tribune journalists Megan Crepeau and Jason Meisner really work for?
Martin Preib
February 1, 2022
The Coming Catastrophe for Chicago’s African Americans
Progressive laws, policies certain to create a hellish summer for Chicago’s black communities.
Martin Preib
January 20, 2022
Women’s Rights Ignored by Chicago’s Progressive Media?
Chicago an example of how crucial stories alleging misconduct against young women can be buried?
Martin Preib
January 10, 2022
Chicago's Worst in Media 2021
As Chicago explodes in violence, Chicago’s media continues to spoon feed residents pure fantasy.
Florian Sohnke
December 31, 2021
The Communist Next Door
Hyper local social media site Nextdoor censors Chicago users on education, crime, and political commentary.
Alisa Rosenbaum
December 30, 2021
Chicago’s $2.9 Million Blunder
How a broken door transformed into a seismic event and a seven-figure settlement.
Florian Sohnke
December 27, 2021
On Chicago: Merry Christmas and an Unhappy New Year
Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.
Second City Cop
December 22, 2021
Will COPA Ruling on Chicago Police Shooting Be Lightfoot’s Last Stand?
Does delayed ruling in fatal police shooting indicate another scandal is brewing at COPA?
Martin Preib
December 20, 2021
To Reduce Crime in Chicago, Alderwoman Michele Smith Needs a Mirror
It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.
Martin Preib
December 13, 2021
Crain’s Chicago Business Fangirls Kim Foxx
The death of the political interview.
Florian Sohnke
December 9, 2021
On Chicago: You Think It's Bad Now?
The worst has yet to come.
Second City Cop
December 1, 2021
Radical Left-Wing Activists Consuming Chicago Neighborhood
Progressive madness engulfs Jefferson Park.
Florian Sohnke
November 19, 2021
Militant Media: Chicago Tribune Partners With Injustice Watch
A disgraced media tries to keep its doomed narratives alive.
Martin Preib
November 17, 2021
On Chicago: The Erosion of Rights
The Chicago Sun-Times advances Progressive disarmament.
Second City Cop
November 11, 2021
Sheriff Tom Dart: Chicagoland’s “Innovator”
WGN’s Ben Bradley serves as press secretary and reporter during webinar on crime in Cook County.
Alisa Rosenbaum
November 9, 2021
Chicago's Walter Jones: A Most Courageous Attorney
Walter Jones lived up to highest standards under immense pressure in key murder case.
Martin Preib
October 29, 2021
Federal Judge Rejects COPA’s Decision in Chicago Police Shooting
Courts defying city's, state's politically motivated police reform entities greeted with media silence.
Martin Preib
October 26, 2021
Chicago Attorney: Overturning Conviction in Police Murder Illegal
Attorney challenges legitimacy of state commission that paved way for release of Jackie Wilson for his role in 1982 murder of two Chicago police officers.
Martin Preib
October 18, 2021
To What Length Will Chicago’s Fawning Media Go to Protect Kim Foxx?
Chaos reigns in Cook County prosecutor’s office.
Martin Preib
October 13, 2021
New Book Digs into Chicago’s Challenges
Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.
Florian Sohnke
September 29, 2021
Chicago Tribune Reporter Megan Crepeau and Her Dirty Little Secrets
To overcome a final legal hurdle, Jackie Wilson's lawsuit requires support from activist journalists like Megan Crepeau ‍ ‍
Martin Preib
September 28, 2021
On Chicago: Big Tech, Guns, and COVID
Silence on destructive behavior and the bullying of city employees into compliance.
Second City Cop
September 24, 2021
Chicago Media Code of Silence Strikes Again
Chicago Tribune’s Jason Meisner heads up activist media seemingly aimed at poisoning the jury pool.
Martin Preib
September 20, 2021
Chicago Judge Ruling on Evidence or Politics?
Rulings by Judge James Obbish becoming more and more suspicious.
Martin Preib
September 14, 2021
More Chicago Sun-Times Bias Delivered Straight to Your Front Door
Matthew Hendrickson's article on Cook County prosecutors facing off with police in Serenity Broughton murder case leaves many unanswered questions.
Florian Sohnke
September 13, 2021
On Chicago: Welcome to the Party, Mr. Kass
Well-known opinion columnist virtue signals his disgust.
Second City Cop
September 10, 2021
Chicago Police Commander's E-mail Rips Prosecutors, Media in Child Murder Case
Area 5 commander sets record straight on murder investigation, rebukes Kim Foxx, Sun-Times coverage of case.
Michael Bernard
September 8, 2021
Can a New Top Editor Bring Accountability to the Chicago Tribune?
Will new leadership at the Tribune plot a new tack or stick with a failing strategy?
Martin Preib
September 6, 2021
Release of Cop Killer Has Roots in Chicago
Cuomo’s release of Weather Underground member David Gilbert reveals radicalized Democratic Party.
Martin Preib
August 31, 2021
On Chicago: Policing After Officer Ella French's Death
Despite outpouring of grief for slain officer, some wounds persist and may be beyond healing.
Second City Cop
August 23, 2021
None in Chicago Dare Call It Treason
Despite slaughter of the innocent, Chicago’s unified progressives hold the party line.
Martin Preib
August 20, 2021
On Chicago: And There it Goes
Chicago police officers are all alone.
Second City Cop
August 11, 2021
On Chicago: SCC Summarizes July Lawlessness, Media Fails, and Low Police Recruitment Numbers
That's an excess of misconceptions Kim.
Second City Cop
August 5, 2021
Chicago Tribune Stories Rejected in Federal Court
Conflicts between federal court cases and stories peddled by Tribune reporter Greg Pratt explain why so few trust media.
Martin Preib
July 22, 2021
Chicago Speech Free Zones™ + the “All Access” Anti-Racist Pass to see Lori
“The choice for Chicago lies between freedom and happiness and for Northsiders, happiness is better.”
Benjamin Blair
July 20, 2021
On Chicago: The Windy City Hits the Century Mark
The first of many?
Second City Cop
July 8, 2021
On Chicago: Second City Cop Discusses the City's Perpetual Decline
Brownie: You're doing a heck of a job.
Second City Cop
June 17, 2021
Chicago Neighborhood May Implode Under Radical Alderwoman
Can Rogers Park Survive Maria Hadden?
Martin Preib
June 9, 2021
Are Women and Children Sacrificed in Chicago’s Progressive Movement?
Women, children fodder for the militant anti-police movement?
Martin Preib
June 7, 2021
On Chicago: Second City Cop's Observations and Opinions
SCC cleans out the memory backlog.
Second City Cop
June 2, 2021
Chicago's Descent into Chaos
Mismanaging the Chicago Police Department.
Second City Cop
May 27, 2021
City of Chicago Attorneys: Prosecutors Didn’t Believe Men Innocent of Murder
Eric Zorn, Gregory Pratt, Chicago Tribune’s coverage of murder and rape case challenged in federal court, again.
Martin Preib
May 26, 2021
Let the Hedge Fund Vulture Pick at the Chicago Tribune Carcass
Shareholders' vote places Tribune's future in Alden's hands.
Alisa Rosenbaum
May 21, 2021
Chicago Tribune's Suicide Offers a Glimmer of Hope
The Tribune perfected the model of agenda journalism.
Martin Preib
May 20, 2021
Mayor Lightfoot: Save Chicago!
Chicago needs bold and principled leadership.
Second City Cop
May 12, 2021
Chicago’s Unscrupulous Media Cooks up Another Fiction
The Windy City’s liberal media had a tale to tell about a fake anti-Asian hate crime.
Patrick Dent
May 7, 2021
Here We Go Again, Chicago
Chicago cops cannot win.
Second City Cop
May 3, 2021
Kim Foxx's Chicago Exposed
Chicago Contrarian’s Marty Preib appears on Fox Nation’s Tucker Carlson Originals.
Florian Sohnke
April 26, 2021
Chicago Alderman’s Stunt Merits Impeachment
Alderman Sigcho-Lopez’s hijinks at police station a national embarrassment.
Martin Preib
April 23, 2021
Second City Cop Addresses Chicago
Administrators of popular Chicago blog emerge to deliver some great thoughts and observations.
Florian Sohnke
April 21, 2021
Where is Chicago’s Procedural Justice Now?
Mayor leaves police, city attorneys at the mercy of smear merchants.
Martin Preib
April 20, 2021
Who Is to Blame In Chicago Police Shooting?
Adam Toledo shooting is likely legitimate, but Chicago media has overcome more obvious truths.
Martin Preib
April 13, 2021
Sun-Times, Chicago Media Stirring Civil Unrest?
Reporting on Shooting of 13-year-old follows tired, baseless script.
Martin Preib
April 4, 2021
The Chicago Tribune Remains Curiously Mum
As the future of the paper remains uncertain, a window of opportunity for atonement by Tribune reporters is closing.
Martin Preib
March 31, 2021
New Policing Strategy Certain to Wreak Havoc on Chicago's Streets
Brown and Carter seek numbers crunching as replacement for vigilant policing.
Michael Bernard
March 26, 2021
Is the Chicago Tribune’s Divided House Crumbling?
Unapologetic reporter Gregory Pratt maintains attacks on columnist John Kass.
Martin Preib
March 16, 2021
Did CBS Chicago's Fake Warrant Story Drive Weak Politicos?
Elected officials cringe before blowhard newsreader Dave Savini.
Martin Preib
March 10, 2021
Governor J.B. Pritzker Joins Illinois' Hall of Shame
Like his predecessors, Pritzker sells out his office to radical overlords.
Martin Preib
March 5, 2021
Alden Publishing’s Takeover of the Chicago Tribune No Cause for Tears
Few will miss the Tribune's biased reporting.
Martin Preib
February 26, 2021
Is COPA Conducting Illegal Investigations?
Review of records finds COPA hasn’t notified prosecutors of false allegations in the last three years.
Martin Preib
February 17, 2021
What Crain’s Won’t Publish: What Executives Really Think About The Future of Chicago
Hint: Mayor Lightfoot and the city will need to think long and hard about business retention strategies.
Benjamin Blair
February 9, 2021
Send in the Clowns
Is Chicago's corrupt media ruling Mayor Lightfoot as it did Rahm Emanuel?
Martin Preib
January 25, 2021
Statement from Second City Cop
Administrators of popular blog explain decision to shutter website.
Florian Sohnke
January 12, 2021
Media Claims in Wrong Warrant Case Continue to Implode
Is Tom Dart's Sheriff's Office responsible for warrant served on wrong house?
Patrick Dent
January 5, 2021
The Naked Truth About the Search Warrant
Hearing in the Chicago City Council began badly and ended as a nightmare.
Patrick Dent
January 2, 2021
Was the City of Chicago Justified in its Battle Against WBBM, Savini, and Media?
Media influence drives honest man from public office to keep anti-police narrative alive.
Martin Preib
December 29, 2020
Another Media Mob Action
Tribune columnist Eric Zorn’s name surfaces yet again.
Martin Preib
December 20, 2020
Are Chicago's Judges Fed Up with Foxx and the Media?
Judges' rulings poke holes in Foxx's treasured exonerations, expose media bias.
Martin Preib
December 10, 2020
Chicago, Special Monitor Arm the Anti-Police Movement
So much for constitutional policing.
Martin Preib
December 1, 2020
Is America’s Future Rooted in Chicago’s Past?
Chicago provides progressives with model to pursue President Trump on baseless charges.
Martin Preib
November 23, 2020
Chicago Media Tied to Election Corruption?
Tribune columnist Eric Zorn attacks reek of desperation.
Martin Preib
November 16, 2020
Heroic Judge Diane Cannon Passes
Highly respected by her peers, Chicago media waged unfair war on legendary jurist.
Martin Preib
November 6, 2020
Chicago Tribune Under Fire, Again
New legal motions contend Foxx prosecutors bowed to Tribune pressure in anti-police claims.
Martin Preib
October 20, 2020
Chicago’s Deep State Revealed in Home Invasion?
Media Silence Deafening, and Condemning.
Martin Preib
October 7, 2020
Kim Foxx's Latest Disgrace Greeted with Media Silence
Man released on murder conviction by Foxx arrested for home invasion, kidnapping.
Martin Preib
September 28, 2020
Good Riddance, Carol Marin
Journalist contributed to the demise of journalism.
Martin Preib
September 18, 2020
Chicago Reader Sells Out, Again
Yet another sign of no functioning media in Chicago.
Martin Preib
September 2, 2020
Foxx, Media Hiding Behind Smollett Scandal?
City attorneys suggest sinister moves in double murder case with Foxx’s name all over it.
Martin Preib
August 25, 2020
The Latin School of Chicago in Shambles
Depravity, “rules for thee and not for me” and bullying culture appear systemic at Chicago’s most elite private school.
Florian Sohnke
October 27, 2022
Every Teacher a Social Justice Warrior: Pronouns in Chicago Classrooms
CPS preaches pronouns and the 72 genders, as Chicago kids make non-binary ninja jokes.
Benjamin Blair
September 5, 2022
Welcome to Another Great Year at Chicago Public Schools
CPS shared a welcome letter with parents but neglected to share that all kids will have an opportunity to learn radical gender ideology and Critical Race Theory.
Alisa Rosenbaum
August 25, 2022
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School: Go Woke, Lose Students
After embracing progressive ideology, Chicago private school suffers 23 percent drop in enrollment.
Florian Sohnke
August 10, 2022
A Search For Better K-12 Chicago Area Schools Points to Northwest Indiana
Academic excellence, greater diversity and value exists across the border in Indiana.
Benjamin Blair
May 23, 2022
Chicago Jewish Day School “Course Corrects” Children’s Moral, Gender and Sexual Identities
Teacher and former DEI head at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School Johanna Thompson continues abusive taunts as religion takes a back seat to progressive ideology and bullying of students.
Michael Bernard
May 21, 2022
Chicago Should Pay Special Attention to the CTU Election
Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.
Florian Sohnke
May 18, 2022
Latin School of Chicago: Bullying of a Jewish Student Leads to Suicide, $100M Lawsuit
Identity politics, selective bullying enforcement and DEI-based anti-Semitism may be to blame for the lack of response to a child’s pleas for help.
Michael Bernard
May 4, 2022
Chicago’s Best High Schools: Select Enrollment, Not So Select
New CPS proposal will further peck away at Select Enrollment admissions standards in the 2023-2024 school year to further “equity.”
Alisa Rosenbaum
April 13, 2022
What is the Next Step for the Chicago Teachers Union?
CORE’s shadowy past should cast doubt its next slating will be a democratic exercise.
Florian Sohnke
February 7, 2022
Internal Politics Spurred Chicago Teachers Union Walkout
Much is at stake for Sharkey, Davis Gates in May CTU elections.
Rafael de León
January 14, 2022
It’s Time to Hold CTU Responsible for the Violence Tearing Apart Chicago’s Streets
Chicago Contrarian analysis links rising violent crime with the Chicago Teachers Union.
Alisa Rosenbaum
January 9, 2022
Chicago's Latin School Screens Jewish Families for Wokeness
Progressive litmus test rattles elite Chicago school admissions
Michael Bernard
December 21, 2021
Chicago Public School Goes From Low to No Standards
Making it impossible to fail in Chicago Public Schools.
Florian Sohnke
November 30, 2021
Chicago Elite Schools Channel Progressive McCarthyism in Admissions, Curriculum
Are you now or have you ever been against Critical Race Theory?
Benjamin Blair
November 24, 2021
Cynical Race Theory: Chicago Parents Wake Up to What CRT Really Is
Racism in schools: From the Virginia governor’s election to Latin and Francis Parker.
Don Stater
November 16, 2021
Saving Chicago's Catholic Schools
Can Chicago's Catholic schools be saved from extinction?
Florian Sohnke
November 12, 2021
New Book Digs into Chicago’s Challenges
Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.
Florian Sohnke
September 29, 2021
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School “Replaces Maimonides with Marx”
Progressive politics is the new religion at a “Chicagoland Jewish institution.”
Michael Bernard
September 7, 2021
Illinois General Assembly Must Adopt a Mayoral Recall Election for Chicago
A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.
Florian Sohnke
August 19, 2021
Just Like the Cubs, the City of Chicago Needs a Turnaround Strategy
Chicago must stop the bleed, stabilize itself and implement a growth strategy.
Alisa Rosenbaum
August 10, 2021
Chicago's Education Nightmare Begins
The CTU is living its dream.
Florian Sohnke
July 19, 2021
Even “Loving” Chicago Private Schools Tolerate Intolerance by Woke Faculty
As critical race theory makes inroads, Chicago schools condone bigotry by progressive educators.
Michael Bernard
June 21, 2021
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot at Mid-Term
The face of failure.
Florian Sohnke
May 24, 2021
Chicago Does Away With Educational Standards: Failing Students Pushed Along, Comparative Testing Abolished
The CTU has hijacked education and CPS has allowed it to happen.
Alisa Rosenbaum
April 19, 2021
How to Respond When Your Child is Canceled in Chicago Schools
Parents’ experience showcases lessons on addressing harassment which are relevant nationwide.
Benjamin Blair
March 23, 2021
The Factors Driving Flight From Chicago
It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.
Alisa Rosenbaum
March 19, 2021
The Chicago Public Schools’ Enrollment Racket
Does the CPS verify residency?
Florian Sohnke
February 25, 2021
Illinois General Assembly, Governor Pritzker Poised to Empower the Chicago Teachers Union
A win for the CTU is always a loss for Chicago public school students.
Florian Sohnke
January 26, 2021
Political Activism in Chicago Schools: Contrasting Trump’s and Biden’s Inaugurations
Non-partisanship is DOA (dead on arrival) at Chicago schools.
Alisa Rosenbaum
January 22, 2021
UIC Social Justice Warriors Confuse Causation with Correlation, But Many Parents Even at Elite Chicago Schools Don’t Know the Difference 
University of Illinois at Chicago research fails to analyze and interpret basic statistical data.
Benjamin Blair
January 21, 2021
Amy Campanelli Bandwagons with Cook County’s Social Justice Troupe
Up for reappointment, Cook County Public Defender embraces corrosive immigration policies.
James Sutton
January 20, 2021
Politics in Chicago Schools: A Parent’s Perspective
The free exchange of ideas in schools is a relic of a bygone era.
Alisa Rosenbaum
January 12, 2021
The Chicago Teachers Union Resorts to Name Calling, Smears in Latest Attack on School Reopenings
The CTU plays the race, sexism cards and loses.
Florian Sohnke
December 27, 2020
The Chicago Teachers Union Yields to a Biden Victory
Pure coincidence, right? Hardly.
Florian Sohnke
November 17, 2020
Taft High School Lowers the Academic Bar
Pupils need to lift themselves from their own predicaments.
Florian Sohnke
October 15, 2020
Teaching as a Part-Time Gig
The Chicago Teachers Union focuses on everything but teaching and learning.
Florian Sohnke
October 12, 2020
The Chicago Teachers Union's Dirty Game
The line between CTU member and political activist has become shadowy.
Florian Sohnke
August 11, 2020
Fabrication as Fact: The CPS Introduces the 1619 Project to Classrooms
Journalism as history exposes the goal of education in the CPS is Left-wing indoctrination.
Florian Sohnke
August 7, 2020
Discord Over Grading System Should Compel CPS to Re-Think Technology in Classrooms
Perhaps a return to pen and paper should be considered.
Florian Sohnke
May 11, 2020
Lightfoot Anti-Poverty Plan Contains Marvelous Gift for Chicago's Students
Chicago should sing on news of the expansion of vocational training to the CPS.
Florian Sohnke
February 21, 2020
The Cost of the Chicago Teachers Union Strike
But it was done for the kids!
Florian Sohnke
November 6, 2019
Chicago Public School Educator Affirms Anti-Police Bias in Jon Burge Curriculum
What should sound alarms and force a resignation is just another ordinary day in the organized chaos of the CPS.
Florian Sohnke
September 12, 2017
Transportation Justice, Chicago Mayor Lightfoot Style
Looting a special TIF district to pay for equity.
Rafael de León
November 14, 2022
Chicago Landlords Brace for a Further Erosion of Their Rights
A step toward the state taking over private property, HB 2775 will only hurt those in the greatest need of affordable housing.
Florian Sohnke
October 10, 2022
Alderman’s Neutral Stance in Chicago Mayoral Contest a Disservice to 19th Ward
Assert yourself, Alderman O'Shea.
Florian Sohnke
August 16, 2022
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School: Go Woke, Lose Students
After embracing progressive ideology, Chicago private school suffers 23 percent drop in enrollment.
Florian Sohnke
August 10, 2022
Chicago Neighborhoods Close Ranks to Comfort Injured Officer, Family
Beverly, Mount Greenwood neighborhoods fight for Danny Golden.
Florian Sohnke
August 6, 2022
Tina Wallace for the 19th District
It’s time to end the Lindsey LaPointe comedy act.
Florian Sohnke
June 18, 2022
Chicago Jewish Day School “Course Corrects” Children’s Moral, Gender and Sexual Identities
Teacher and former DEI head at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School Johanna Thompson continues abusive taunts as religion takes a back seat to progressive ideology and bullying of students.
Michael Bernard
May 21, 2022
Chicago Should Pay Special Attention to the CTU Election
Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.
Florian Sohnke
May 18, 2022
Sanity in Indiana Steel Country, Only 40 Miles From Chicago
Midget wrestling in Hobart.
Benjamin Blair
May 10, 2022
Latin School of Chicago: Bullying of a Jewish Student Leads to Suicide, $100M Lawsuit
Identity politics, selective bullying enforcement and DEI-based anti-Semitism may be to blame for the lack of response to a child’s pleas for help.
Michael Bernard
May 4, 2022
What are Chicago’s Mission, Vision and Values?
George Shay
April 6, 2022
Chicago Prepares to Hand over $1.67 Million for Diapers
It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.
Florian Sohnke
March 2, 2022
Art Institute of Chicago: Firing of Docents is 'Misinformation'
Institution sends e-mail to lapsed member, denying it fired docents in the spirit of equity.
Benjamin Blair
February 22, 2022
Politics Trumps Public Safety for Two Chicago Aldermen
With vote of support for scandal-ridden head of police oversight agency, Aldermen Osterman and Smith ensure decline of their wards and Chicago.
Martin Preib
February 15, 2022
Smaller & Taller: Place-Based Governance in Chicago
Emergent social norms and polycentric governance strengthen civility.
Joseph Lambke
January 11, 2022
Smaller & Taller: Governance and Levels of Communities in Chicago
Did you say charter city?
Joseph Lambke
January 5, 2022
Dear Mom and Dad: A Resolution for 2022
Wishes for a Chicago family to reunite with the grandparents.
Benjamin Blair
January 4, 2022
The Communist Next Door
Hyper local social media site Nextdoor censors Chicago users on education, crime, and political commentary.
Alisa Rosenbaum
December 30, 2021
Chicago’s Patron Saint of Gangs
Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.
Rafael de León
December 23, 2021
On Chicago: Merry Christmas and an Unhappy New Year
Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.
Second City Cop
December 22, 2021
To Reduce Crime in Chicago, Alderwoman Michele Smith Needs a Mirror
It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.
Martin Preib
December 13, 2021
On Chicago: You Think It's Bad Now?
The worst has yet to come.
Second City Cop
December 1, 2021
Radical Left-Wing Activists Consuming Chicago Neighborhood
Progressive madness engulfs Jefferson Park.
Florian Sohnke
November 19, 2021
Cynical Race Theory: Chicago Parents Wake Up to What CRT Really Is
Racism in schools: From the Virginia governor’s election to Latin and Francis Parker.
Don Stater
November 16, 2021
Saving Chicago's Catholic Schools
Can Chicago's Catholic schools be saved from extinction?
Florian Sohnke
November 12, 2021
“Ghost Homes” in Chicago Are a Ticking Time Bomb for the Residential Real Estate Market
Families and retirees are leaving Chicago with empty, unlisted homes behind.
Alisa Rosenbaum
October 19, 2021
New Book Digs into Chicago’s Challenges
Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.
Florian Sohnke
September 29, 2021
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School “Replaces Maimonides with Marx”
Progressive politics is the new religion at a “Chicagoland Jewish institution.”
Michael Bernard
September 7, 2021
Illinois General Assembly Must Adopt a Mayoral Recall Election for Chicago
A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.
Florian Sohnke
August 19, 2021
On Chicago: And There it Goes
Chicago police officers are all alone.
Second City Cop
August 11, 2021
Even “Loving” Chicago Private Schools Tolerate Intolerance by Woke Faculty
As critical race theory makes inroads, Chicago schools condone bigotry by progressive educators.
Michael Bernard
June 21, 2021
Chicago Police Leaders' Truth Problem
David Brown's damn statistics and Eric Carter's stolen valor.
Michael Bernard
June 12, 2021
Chicago Neighborhood May Implode Under Radical Alderwoman
Can Rogers Park Survive Maria Hadden?
Martin Preib
June 9, 2021
Chicago's Descent into Chaos
Mismanaging the Chicago Police Department.
Second City Cop
May 27, 2021
What if Chicago Cops Stop Caring?
What if Officers already have?
Second City Cop
May 6, 2021
Chicago’s Most Popular New Social Media Platform: Citizen
Is crime app Kim Foxx’s worst nightmare?
Benjamin Blair
May 4, 2021
Chicago Alderman’s Stunt Merits Impeachment
Alderman Sigcho-Lopez’s hijinks at police station a national embarrassment.
Martin Preib
April 23, 2021
Chicago Does Away With Educational Standards: Failing Students Pushed Along, Comparative Testing Abolished
The CTU has hijacked education and CPS has allowed it to happen.
Alisa Rosenbaum
April 19, 2021
Taller and Smaller: Pandemic Exposes Chicago's Zoning Obsolescence
It's time for Chicago to re-think urban planning.
Joseph Lambke
March 22, 2021
The Factors Driving Flight From Chicago
It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.
Alisa Rosenbaum
March 19, 2021
Saint Patrick's Day: A Celebration of the Greatness of the Irish in Chicago
Who is Saint Patrick and why is he celebrated in Chicago?
Florian Sohnke
March 15, 2021
The Chicago Public Schools’ Enrollment Racket
Does the CPS verify residency?
Florian Sohnke
February 25, 2021
David Brown's Follies
Lawsuit exposes fumbled safety plan.
Michael Bernard
February 4, 2021
Statement from Second City Cop
Administrators of popular blog explain decision to shutter website.
Florian Sohnke
January 12, 2021
The Profit in Chicago's Non-Profit Housing Industry
Lawmakers giving away the store at the expense of taxpayers.
Florian Sohnke
October 16, 2020
Transportation Justice, Chicago Mayor Lightfoot Style
Looting a special TIF district to pay for equity.
Rafael de León
November 14, 2022
The Business of Chicago is No Longer Business
Chicago area executives shun downtown as violent crime climbs 37 percent year-over-year.
Benjamin Blair
October 17, 2022
What it Will Take to Keep Companies in Sweet Home Chicago
It's not just large corporations leaving the Windy City.
Alisa Rosenbaum
August 9, 2022
We Wilt Chicago
A critique of Mayor Lightfoot’s “We Will Chicago.”
Clyde Stewart
August 3, 2022
Ken Griffin Divorces Chicago
Mayor Lightfoot ignored hedge fund manager's pleas for reconciliation.
Clyde Stewart
July 11, 2022
Chicago Alderman Roderick Sawyer Looks Out for the Little Guy
Chicago's 6th Ward alderman abhors capitalism, unless it’s crony capitalism.
Florian Sohnke
March 15, 2022
Booth Bobbles: Chicago’s Destructive Mayor Featured at Premier U of C Event
Lori Lightfoot’s appearance at Management Conference triggers cognitive dissonance.
Clyde Stewart
March 14, 2022
Chicago Prepares to Hand over $1.67 Million for Diapers
It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.
Florian Sohnke
March 2, 2022
Politics Trumps Public Safety for Two Chicago Aldermen
With vote of support for scandal-ridden head of police oversight agency, Aldermen Osterman and Smith ensure decline of their wards and Chicago.
Martin Preib
February 15, 2022
Escape from the Northside of Chicago
Northside business executives plot their strategies for escape and evasion in 2022.
Benjamin Blair
January 6, 2022
Chicago’s Patron Saint of Gangs
Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.
Rafael de León
December 23, 2021
Chicago Experiments with a Universal Basic Income
Though noble, UBI is part of a problem rather than a solution.
Florian Sohnke
December 17, 2021
“Ghost Homes” in Chicago Are a Ticking Time Bomb for the Residential Real Estate Market
Families and retirees are leaving Chicago with empty, unlisted homes behind.
Alisa Rosenbaum
October 19, 2021
On Chicago: Big Tech, Guns, and COVID
Silence on destructive behavior and the bullying of city employees into compliance.
Second City Cop
September 24, 2021
Illinois General Assembly Must Adopt a Mayoral Recall Election for Chicago
A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.
Florian Sohnke
August 19, 2021
Just Like the Cubs, the City of Chicago Needs a Turnaround Strategy
Chicago must stop the bleed, stabilize itself and implement a growth strategy.
Alisa Rosenbaum
August 10, 2021
The Magnificent Mile: Building the First Chicago Retail Equity Zone
“Being the mayor of the third largest city in the country, that's humbling, but it also gives me incredible hope.”
Benjamin Blair
July 12, 2021
How Chicago Lost Dominance Over the Convention Industry
What will fill McCormick Place's space?
Florian Sohnke
July 7, 2021
As Politicians Look to Reopen Chicago in July, Will White Collar Workers Return?
Changing office routines and crime are two of the major headwinds for the commercial real estate market in Chicago, even with fully lifted state and city restrictions.
Benjamin Blair
June 1, 2021
Smaller & Taller: Transportation in Chicago's Metropolis
Evolving civility: an opportunity to contribute to the global challenge of building better cities, right here in Chicago.
Joseph Lambke
April 14, 2021
The Factors Driving Flight From Chicago
It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.
Alisa Rosenbaum
March 19, 2021
The Rise of Anti-Merit: Objective Criteria Goes by the Wayside in Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives at Chicago Companies
Executives are worried about the legality and business impacts of “woke” discrimination in hiring and promotion.
Alisa Rosenbaum
February 16, 2021

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