My 40 favorite albums of 2008, continued: number 20 through number 11.
Tag: Vol. 38 No. 13
Issue of Dec. 18 – 24, 2008
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My Blagojevich problem…
Does Rod Blagojevich really look like someone Tom Cruise ought to play in the movie? What about Steve Carell?
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Lists that keep on giving, part 2
A farewell selection of favorite films from the last two decades.
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On sustainability and politics
A Q & A about the green economy and politics with alderman Manny Flores.
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Illinois Supreme Court rejects motion questioning its impartiality
Four Illinois Supreme Court justices reject a motion to recuse themselves from the appeal of a suit against prominent Chicago law firm Corboy & Demetrio.
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Watch your step, and your dog’s too
A reader believes his dog is the latest victim of stray voltage in Chicago.
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Best of 2008, part two
My 40 favorite albums of 2008, continued: number 30 through number 21.
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TIFs and Casinos
What offers the best odds for taxpayers: the city’s TIF program or the blackjack tables at the forthcoming Des Plaines casino?
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Last-minute holiday-shopping opportunity, tonight at the Hideout
The Hideout’s annual holiday sale is tonight from 6 till 9 PM.
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Let’s give a hand to The Boys in the Band
The pioneering gay play, The Boys in the Band, at 40.
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1/2-16 — Free access to Chicago fitness centers
1/2-16: Free access to Chicago Park District fitness centers
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People I’m grateful to
Alex Brown not only saved the Bears’ season, he saved Adrian Peterson from complete infamy.