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CPS Chief Threatens Lawsuit Over Education Funding

School officials also dismiss a boycott planned for the first day of school.

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Lost Cat Reunited with Family after Cross-Country Adventure

A cat's cross-country adventure is over.

Posted on 8.21.2008 by Stephanie Lecci

Northern Illinois Sheriff Jails Himself

Lake County's sheriff is in jail...voluntarily.

Posted on 8.21.2008 by Stephanie Lecci

American Airlines Defends Its Security Practices

American defends its security check after an inspector made a mistake.

Posted on 8.21.2008 by Susie An

CHA Releases Data on Residents

Agency says more tenants are working.

Posted on 8.21.2008 by Natalie Moore

Amtrak Wants More Funding to Meet Rising Demand for Rail

Amtrak says it could double in size over the next decade if ridership continues to grow.

Posted on 8.21.2008 by City Room

The Chicago Teachers Union Expels Its Vice President

For the first time, the union kicks out a office holding member.

Posted on 8.20.2008 by Susie An

Report: Dropout Rates Linked to Violence

Law enforcement officials push early education.

Posted on 8.20.2008 by Natalie Moore

EPA: Several Midwestern Counties Don't Meet New Soot Standards

The EPA warns several counties in Illinois and other Midwestern states aren't meeting new air quality standards.

Posted on 8.20.2008 by Stephanie Lecci

District Urges Chicago Students to Attend School

Chicago Public Schools continues to rally against a student boycott on the first day of school.

Posted on 8.20.2008 by Mike Rhee

Lake Shore Drive Resurfacing Begins

Potholes will soon be banished from a stretch of Lake Shore Drive.

Posted on 8.20.2008 by City Room

CTA Presents Orange Line Extension Options

Several plans to increase service in southwest Chicago are on the table.

Posted on 8.19.2008 by City Room

CHA Donates Space for National Public Housing Museum

It would be the first of its kind in the country.

Posted on 8.19.2008 by Natalie Moore

Bears' Orton to Start As Opening Day QB

The Bears choose an opening day starting QB.

Posted on 8.19.2008 by Stephanie Lecci

Senators Jockey to Replace Jones

We hear from a couple state senators vying for the Senate presidency, plus get reaction from Congressman Rahm Emanuel and U.S. Senator Barack Obama.

Posted on 8.18.2008 by City Room

CME Group Snatches Up NYMEX

The CME Group wins the go-ahead to grow.

Posted on 8.18.2008 by Adriene Hill

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Obama says he's decided on a running mate

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