Plans for redeveloping Atrium Village now call for segregating affordable housing into a separate, aging building
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Preliminary landmark approval won’t save a historic Old Town three-flat
The Commission on Chicago Landmarks has approved preliminary landmark status for West Burton Place, but can’t rescind a recent demolition permit.
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Alderman Robert Fioretti says he’s just listening—but it sure looks like he’s running for mayor
It sure looks like Alderman Fioretti is running for mayor.
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Chicago decriminalized marijuana possession—but not for everyone
Two years ago Chicago decriminalized pot possession—but not for everyone.
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Best Former Paratrooper and Cubs Prospect Running a State Office
A wily Chicago politician with the clout that comes from controlling hundreds of public-sector jobs
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Thoughts of an ex-Republican turned ex-Democrat
How Todd Akin could help an indicted state rep get his seat back
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The making of an alderman
To understand how Chicago works, you need to understand Walter Burnett Jr.
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Where TIF Dollars Go and Where They Don’t
Chicago’s tax increment financing program money isn’t reaching many of the neediest parts of the city. In fact, Chicago’s economic disparities may even be widened by the program. Here are some images from neighborhoods that have benefited from the program—and from those that have missed out.
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The Shadow Budget: Who Wins in Daley’s TIF Game
The economic development funds are supposed to go to neighborhoods that need it. Guess where they’re really going. For the first time ever: how the city spends TIF funds, ward by ward
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50 Aldermen, 50 Artists, and a Favorite
The Chicago Aldermen Project: 50 Aldermen/50 Artists closes Friday, April 2 at Johalla Projects