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A housing advocate weighs in on the sticky issue of encampments. Read more
Under Snelling’s watch, violent crime is down in Chicago. To understand his approach, you have to understand where he comes from — and the lessons he’s learned. Read more
The city's civil action against Glock shows how a municipal legal department can be deployed as a weapon for reform. Read more
Cook County’s longest-serving chief judge is also among its most storied politicians. As he leaves office after 24 years, where does his tenure leave the courts? Read more
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Not even 30, the Finnish conductor is already the buzziest name in classical music. Now he’s set to usher in a new era at the helm of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Read more
With ridership lagging and a fiscal reckoning looming, the L is in trouble. Here’s why our train is worth saving. Read more