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The city of Chicago has demolished more than 250 vacant buildings this year in an effort to eliminate potential gang hangouts in high-crime neighborhoods.Mayor Rahm Emanuel said in a statement Thursday the demolitions are part of a joint initiative between Chicago police and the city's Departmen

Mayor's office has taken a step towards leasing Midway Airport. Emanuel says it will be different from Daley's failed deal in 2008. But the city can expect pushback from Chicagoans wary of privatization deals.

Chicago has inked an agreement with the local painters union to allow injured employees to return to work more quickly.

Chicago voters will decide whether to give City Hall the power to negotiate for cheaper power bills.  

Rahm strikes a blow for ethics, the post-debate spin cycle continues and ComEd is having a bad week. 

A new poll shows Illinois is ready for reform, the regular NFL refs are back and RIP Andy Williams.

Rahm's next round of negotiations, Rep. Joe Walsh justifies his bigotry and a man in Austin lynches a chair.