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Academic excellence, greater diversity and value exists across the border in Indiana.

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.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s “call to arms” on social media goes without rebuke.

Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.

Attorney launches broadsides against Illinois Attorney General and Cook County prosecutor over exoneration of convicted police killer Jackie Wilson.

Midget wrestling in Hobart.

The Cook County prosecutor and the bomb throwers.

A modest proposal to finance vote buying.

Fake Lori goes to school on Willie Wilson’s gas programs on the South and West Sides.

Did the demise of American media start in Chicago’s pretentious alternative press?

Cook County State’s Attorney can never leave well enough alone.

New CPS proposal will further peck away at Select Enrollment admissions standards in the 2023-2024 school year to further “equity.”

By all means, Governor Pritzker, let’s look at everything that “has occurred” in the exoneration industry's takeover of the governor's office.

The contrasts separating Mayor Lightfoot and Alderman Lopez are stark.

The Chicago City Council was once an ideas shop. Today, it's a theatrical stage.

"All great changes are proceeded by chaos" - Deepak Chopra.

The size of Mayor Lightfoot’s “Command Post” comes under scrutiny.

The differing treatment of Foxx and Lightfoot by Chicago media is telling.

Chicago's 6th Ward alderman abhors capitalism, unless it’s crony capitalism.

Lori Lightfoot’s appearance at Management Conference triggers cognitive dissonance.

A marriage made in progressive heaven, former Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Hinkel joins the Better Government Association.

Mayor defends the size of her Columbus.

The haters start piling on Team Lori.

It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.

An affront to the people’s revolution, blue and yellow flags popping up across Chicago.

Institution sends e-mail to lapsed member, denying it fired docents in the spirit of equity.

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?

With vote of support for scandal-ridden head of police oversight agency, Aldermen Osterman and Smith ensure decline of their wards and Chicago.

Though Chicago’s biased media reliably reported on Jackie Wilson’s journey to freedom, it ignored his recent arrest.

CORE’s shadowy past should cast doubt its next slating will be a democratic exercise.

Barring a miracle, it looks as if Cook County is stuck with Tom Dart for another term.

Who do Tribune journalists Megan Crepeau and Jason Meisner really work for?

With Mayor Lightfoot on the ropes, will the Republican Party or Chicago's GOP donors influence the 2023 mayoral election?

Progressive laws, policies certain to create a hellish summer for Chicago’s black communities.

Much is at stake for Sharkey, Davis Gates in May CTU elections.

Emergent social norms and polycentric governance strengthen civility.

Chicago an example of how crucial stories alleging misconduct against young women can be buried?

Chicago Contrarian analysis links rising violent crime with the Chicago Teachers Union.

An unqualified Obama apparatchik could pose a threat to Chicago's hapless mayor.

Northside business executives plot their strategies for escape and evasion in 2022.

Did you say charter city?

Accountability for COPA is long overdue.

Hyper local social media site Nextdoor censors Chicago users on education, crime, and political commentary.

How a broken door transformed into a seismic event and a seven-figure settlement.

Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.

Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.

Progressive litmus test rattles elite Chicago school admissions

Does delayed ruling in fatal police shooting indicate another scandal is brewing at COPA?

Though noble, UBI is part of a problem rather than a solution.

It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.

The death of the political interview.

The worst has yet to come.

Melvin Roman's exit leaves an immense void at CPD.

Defined jail population ratios to dismantle systemic racism.

Are you now or have you ever been against Critical Race Theory?

Progressive madness engulfs Jefferson Park.

Racism in schools: From the Virginia governor’s election to Latin and Francis Parker.

The Chicago Sun-Times advances Progressive disarmament.

Chicago Wokeness: Shaken, not stirred.

WGN’s Ben Bradley serves as press secretary and reporter during webinar on crime in Cook County.

Walter Jones lived up to highest standards under immense pressure in key murder case.

Courts defying city's, state's politically motivated police reform entities greeted with media silence.

All hail Groot the fascist.

Attempts to frighten officers into capitulating in battle for collective bargaining rights are likely 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.

Chaos reigns in Cook County prosecutor’s office.

Was it something I said?

Misdemeanor plea for offender who delivered threats to kill Chicago police on social media.

The stakes of CPD budget hearing are too great for aldermen to wilt.

Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.

To overcome a final legal hurdle, Jackie Wilson's lawsuit requires support from activist journalists like Megan Crepeau ‍ ‍

Silence on destructive behavior and the bullying of city employees into compliance.

Rulings by Judge James Obbish becoming more and more suspicious.

Well-known opinion columnist virtue signals his disgust.

Progressive politics is the new religion at a “Chicagoland Jewish institution.”

Thinning police ranks, officers in retreat should have all Chicago residents uneasy.

Cuomo’s release of Weather Underground member David Gilbert reveals radicalized Democratic Party.

Despite outpouring of grief for slain officer, some wounds persist and may be beyond healing.

Despite slaughter of the innocent, Chicago’s unified progressives hold the party line.

A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.

It is in the small things the rot starts

Chicago police officers are all alone.

Chicago must stop the bleed, stabilize itself and implement a growth strategy.

That's an excess of misconceptions Kim.

Evidence abounds commission that allowed for the release of Jackie Wilson for his role in murder of two officers is a constitutional travesty.

Sharpening the narrative on crime.

On superintendent’s whim, another upstanding Chicago police officer loses his career.

Are you going to believe Kim Foxx or your lying eyes Chicago?

Conflicts between federal court cases and stories peddled by Tribune reporter Greg Pratt explain why so few trust media.

No "weapons of war" were seized, no "tragedy was averted" in incident at W Hotel.

“The choice for Chicago lies between freedom and happiness and for Northsiders, happiness is better.”

The CTU is living its dream.

Amid staggering rise in monthly homicides, Chicago's hapless mayor implores for all the help she can get.

Chicago cannot afford another Inspector General like Joe Ferguson.

“Being the mayor of the third largest city in the country, that's humbling, but it also gives me incredible hope.”

Legislation proves once again Chicago, Illinois, lead the revolt against the American Republic.

The first of many?

What will fill McCormick Place's space?

Chicago adrift amid David Brown's rudderless leadership.

Attorney launches broadsides against Illinois Attorney General and Cook County prosecutor over exoneration of convicted police killer Jackie Wilson.

The Cook County prosecutor and the bomb throwers.

A modest proposal to finance vote buying.

Did the demise of American media start in Chicago’s pretentious alternative press?

By all means, Governor Pritzker, let’s look at everything that “has occurred” in the exoneration industry's takeover of the governor's office.

The size of Mayor Lightfoot’s “Command Post” comes under scrutiny.

A marriage made in progressive heaven, former Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Hinkel joins the Better Government Association.

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?

Though Chicago’s biased media reliably reported on Jackie Wilson’s journey to freedom, it ignored his recent arrest.

Who do Tribune journalists Megan Crepeau and Jason Meisner really work for?

Progressive laws, policies certain to create a hellish summer for Chicago’s black communities.

Chicago an example of how crucial stories alleging misconduct against young women can be buried?

As Chicago explodes in violence, Chicago’s media continues to spoon feed residents pure fantasy.

Hyper local social media site Nextdoor censors Chicago users on education, crime, and political commentary.

How a broken door transformed into a seismic event and a seven-figure settlement.

Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.

Does delayed ruling in fatal police shooting indicate another scandal is brewing at COPA?

It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.

The death of the political interview.

The worst has yet to come.

Progressive madness engulfs Jefferson Park.

A disgraced media tries to keep its doomed narratives alive.

The Chicago Sun-Times advances Progressive disarmament.

WGN’s Ben Bradley serves as press secretary and reporter during webinar on crime in Cook County.

Walter Jones lived up to highest standards under immense pressure in key murder case.

Courts defying city's, state's politically motivated police reform entities greeted with media silence.

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.

Chaos reigns in Cook County prosecutor’s office.

Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.

To overcome a final legal hurdle, Jackie Wilson's lawsuit requires support from activist journalists like Megan Crepeau ‍ ‍

Silence on destructive behavior and the bullying of city employees into compliance.

Chicago Tribune’s Jason Meisner heads up activist media seemingly aimed at poisoning the jury pool.

Rulings by Judge James Obbish becoming more and more suspicious.

Matthew Hendrickson's article on Cook County prosecutors facing off with police in Serenity Broughton murder case leaves many unanswered questions.

Well-known opinion columnist virtue signals his disgust.

Area 5 commander sets record straight on murder investigation, rebukes Kim Foxx, Sun-Times coverage of case.

Will new leadership at the Tribune plot a new tack or stick with a failing strategy?

Cuomo’s release of Weather Underground member David Gilbert reveals radicalized Democratic Party.

Despite outpouring of grief for slain officer, some wounds persist and may be beyond healing.

Despite slaughter of the innocent, Chicago’s unified progressives hold the party line.

Chicago police officers are all alone.

That's an excess of misconceptions Kim.

Conflicts between federal court cases and stories peddled by Tribune reporter Greg Pratt explain why so few trust media.

“The choice for Chicago lies between freedom and happiness and for Northsiders, happiness is better.”

The first of many?

Brownie: You're doing a heck of a job.

Can Rogers Park Survive Maria Hadden?

Women, children fodder for the militant anti-police movement?

SCC cleans out the memory backlog.

Mismanaging the Chicago Police Department.

Eric Zorn, Gregory Pratt, Chicago Tribune’s coverage of murder and rape case challenged in federal court, again.

Shareholders' vote places Tribune's future in Alden's hands.

The Tribune perfected the model of agenda journalism.

Chicago needs bold and principled leadership.

The Windy City’s liberal media had a tale to tell about a fake anti-Asian hate crime.

Chicago cops cannot win.

Chicago Contrarian’s Marty Preib appears on Fox Nation’s Tucker Carlson Originals.

Alderman Sigcho-Lopez’s hijinks at police station a national embarrassment.

Administrators of popular Chicago blog emerge to deliver some great thoughts and observations.

Mayor leaves police, city attorneys at the mercy of smear merchants.

Adam Toledo shooting is likely legitimate, but Chicago media has overcome more obvious truths.

Reporting on Shooting of 13-year-old follows tired, baseless script.

As the future of the paper remains uncertain, a window of opportunity for atonement by Tribune reporters is closing.

Brown and Carter seek numbers crunching as replacement for vigilant policing.

Unapologetic reporter Gregory Pratt maintains attacks on columnist John Kass.

Elected officials cringe before blowhard newsreader Dave Savini.

Like his predecessors, Pritzker sells out his office to radical overlords.

Few will miss the Tribune's biased reporting.

Review of records finds COPA hasn’t notified prosecutors of false allegations in the last three years.

Hint: Mayor Lightfoot and the city will need to think long and hard about business retention strategies.

Is Chicago's corrupt media ruling Mayor Lightfoot as it did Rahm Emanuel?

Administrators of popular blog explain decision to shutter website.

Is Tom Dart's Sheriff's Office responsible for warrant served on wrong house?

Hearing in the Chicago City Council began badly and ended as a nightmare.

Media influence drives honest man from public office to keep anti-police narrative alive.

Tribune columnist Eric Zorn’s name surfaces yet again.

Judges' rulings poke holes in Foxx's treasured exonerations, expose media bias.

So much for constitutional policing.

Chicago provides progressives with model to pursue President Trump on baseless charges.

Tribune columnist Eric Zorn attacks reek of desperation.

Highly respected by her peers, Chicago media waged unfair war on legendary jurist.

New legal motions contend Foxx prosecutors bowed to Tribune pressure in anti-police claims.

Media Silence Deafening, and Condemning.

Man released on murder conviction by Foxx arrested for home invasion, kidnapping.

Journalist contributed to the demise of journalism.

Yet another sign of no functioning media in Chicago.

City attorneys suggest sinister moves in double murder case with Foxx’s name all over it.

Academic excellence, greater diversity and value exists across the border in Indiana.

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.

Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.

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.

New CPS proposal will further peck away at Select Enrollment admissions standards in the 2023-2024 school year to further “equity.”

CORE’s shadowy past should cast doubt its next slating will be a democratic exercise.

Much is at stake for Sharkey, Davis Gates in May CTU elections.

Chicago Contrarian analysis links rising violent crime with the Chicago Teachers Union.

Progressive litmus test rattles elite Chicago school admissions

Making it impossible to fail in Chicago Public Schools.

Are you now or have you ever been against Critical Race Theory?

Racism in schools: From the Virginia governor’s election to Latin and Francis Parker.

Can Chicago's Catholic schools be saved from extinction?

Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.

Progressive politics is the new religion at a “Chicagoland Jewish institution.”

A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.

Chicago must stop the bleed, stabilize itself and implement a growth strategy.

The CTU is living its dream.

As critical race theory makes inroads, Chicago schools condone bigotry by progressive educators.

The face of failure.

The CTU has hijacked education and CPS has allowed it to happen.

Parents’ experience showcases lessons on addressing harassment which are relevant nationwide.

It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.

Does the CPS verify residency?

A win for the CTU is always a loss for Chicago public school students.

Non-partisanship is DOA (dead on arrival) at Chicago schools.

University of Illinois at Chicago research fails to analyze and interpret basic statistical data.

Up for reappointment, Cook County Public Defender embraces corrosive immigration policies.

The free exchange of ideas in schools is a relic of a bygone era.

The CTU plays the race, sexism cards and loses.

Pure coincidence, right? Hardly.

Pupils need to lift themselves from their own predicaments.

The Chicago Teachers Union focuses on everything but teaching and learning.

The line between CTU member and political activist has become shadowy.

Journalism as history exposes the goal of education in the CPS is Left-wing indoctrination.

Perhaps a return to pen and paper should be considered.

Chicago should sing on news of the expansion of vocational training to the CPS.

But it was done for the kids!

What should sound alarms and force a resignation is just another ordinary day in the organized chaos of the CPS.

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.

Returning CORE to power at the Chicago Teachers Union will deepen CTU's descent into radicalism.

Midget wrestling in Hobart.

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.

It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.

Institution sends e-mail to lapsed member, denying it fired docents in the spirit of equity.

With vote of support for scandal-ridden head of police oversight agency, Aldermen Osterman and Smith ensure decline of their wards and Chicago.

Emergent social norms and polycentric governance strengthen civility.

Did you say charter city?

Wishes for a Chicago family to reunite with the grandparents.

Hyper local social media site Nextdoor censors Chicago users on education, crime, and political commentary.

Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.

Let's hold off on popping open the bubbly and swinging from the chandeliers.

It's time for the 43rd Ward Alderwoman to take a moment for introspection.

The worst has yet to come.

Progressive madness engulfs Jefferson Park.

Racism in schools: From the Virginia governor’s election to Latin and Francis Parker.

Can Chicago's Catholic schools be saved from extinction?

Families and retirees are leaving Chicago with empty, unlisted homes behind.

Despite problems, Matt Rosenberg's book asserts there is a glimmer of hope for the Windy City.

Progressive politics is the new religion at a “Chicagoland Jewish institution.”

A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.

Chicago police officers are all alone.

As critical race theory makes inroads, Chicago schools condone bigotry by progressive educators.

David Brown's damn statistics and Eric Carter's stolen valor.

Can Rogers Park Survive Maria Hadden?

Mismanaging the Chicago Police Department.

What if Officers already have?

Is crime app Kim Foxx’s worst nightmare?

Alderman Sigcho-Lopez’s hijinks at police station a national embarrassment.

The CTU has hijacked education and CPS has allowed it to happen.

It's time for Chicago to re-think urban planning.

It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.

Who is Saint Patrick and why is he celebrated in Chicago?

Does the CPS verify residency?

Lawsuit exposes fumbled safety plan.

Administrators of popular blog explain decision to shutter website.

Lawmakers giving away the store at the expense of taxpayers.

Chicago's 6th Ward alderman abhors capitalism, unless it’s crony capitalism.

Lori Lightfoot’s appearance at Management Conference triggers cognitive dissonance.

It’s time to put the brakes on shakedown settlements in Chicago.

With vote of support for scandal-ridden head of police oversight agency, Aldermen Osterman and Smith ensure decline of their wards and Chicago.

Northside business executives plot their strategies for escape and evasion in 2022.

Few aldermen are as disconnected from constituents or reality than Democratic Socialist Rossana Rodriguez-Sanchez.

Though noble, UBI is part of a problem rather than a solution.

Families and retirees are leaving Chicago with empty, unlisted homes behind.

Silence on destructive behavior and the bullying of city employees into compliance.

A recall election is the emergency break Chicago requires.

Chicago must stop the bleed, stabilize itself and implement a growth strategy.

“Being the mayor of the third largest city in the country, that's humbling, but it also gives me incredible hope.”

What will fill McCormick Place's space?

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.

Evolving civility: an opportunity to contribute to the global challenge of building better cities, right here in Chicago.

It's not white flight. It's more complex than the last time and it's just beginning.

Executives are worried about the legality and business impacts of “woke” discrimination in hiring and promotion.