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Home » Archives for Ted Kleine

Author Archives: Ted Kleine

Posted inNews & Politics

The Reader’s Guide to the 2004 Illinois Senate Primary

by Harold Henderson, Ben Joravsky, Ted Kleine, Tori Marlan, Michael Marsh, Michael Miner, Grant Pick, Kate Schmidt and Mike Sula March 11, 2004August 19, 2021

This isn’t just a Senate race. It’s the reality show of the year.

Posted inNews & Politics

How Much Benefit for Your Buck?

by Ted Kleine, Tori Marlan, Grant Pick and Kate Schmidt March 11, 2004August 19, 2021

Politicians are almost as bad as models–you’ve got to spend at least 50 bucks on them before they’ll even talk to you. But if you pony up, they’ll usually show […]

Posted inNews & Politics

Where the Boys Are

by Ted Kleine February 5, 2004August 19, 2021

Skokie still has one smoker’s paradise.

Posted inNews & Politics

Swimming With Sharks

by Ted Kleine January 1, 2004August 19, 2021

A contest at Hawthorne brings in some stiff competition for Bob the Brain.

Posted inNews & Politics

How to Avoid the Dog Food Factory

by Ted Kleine December 4, 2003August 19, 2021

An Alternative for Thoroughbreds Past Their Prime

Posted inNews & Politics

Tied to the Track

by Ted Kleine October 23, 2003August 19, 2021

Omar Razvi’s investment and his troubles run neck and neck.

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Buyer’s Remorse

by Ted Kleine September 25, 2003August 19, 2021

Omar Razvi’s investment and his troubles run neck and neck.

Posted inNews & Politics

Running Wild

by Ted Kleine August 21, 2003August 19, 2021

Confessions of a Gambling Addict

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Speed Reader

by Ted Kleine July 31, 2003August 19, 2021

Racing is about winning, and winning depends on how fast your horse runs. Scott McMannis has made a career out of the painstaking analysis of each horse in every race, and for a modest fee he’ll share some of what he’s learned.

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Speed Reader

by Ted Kleine July 24, 2003August 19, 2021

Racing is about winning, and winning depends on how fast your horse runs. Scott McMannis has made a career out of the painstaking analysis of each horse in every race, and for a modest fee he’ll share some of what he’s learned.

Posted inNews & Politics

Squirm ‘n’ Learn

by Ted Kleine July 3, 2003August 19, 2021

Worms, dirt, and the difference between nowhere to turn and somewhere to go.

Posted inNews & Politics

Mourning Show

by Ted Kleine July 3, 2003August 19, 2021

A radio show for cabdrivers lights up after a tragedy.

Posted inNews & Politics

They Stoop to Conquer

by Ted Kleine June 19, 2003August 19, 2021

Sifting through discarded tickets doesn’t pay well or often, but every once in a while you strike gold.

Posted inNews & Politics

Comic Relief

by Ted Kleine June 12, 2003August 19, 2021

African immigrants look back in laughter.

Posted inArts & Culture

Holding Hands in the Halls of Power

by Ted Kleine June 5, 2003August 19, 2021

These Parts–Matt Levin’s first novel is the headiest combination of politics and blow jobs since “The Starr Report.”

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