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Tollway executive director: We’re 12 to 18 months away from a definitive plan for more I-PASS interoperability

Greg Bedalov speaks at the City Club of Chicago (Video Parachute)

While speaking at the City Club of Chicago on Thursday, Illinois Tollway Executive Director Greg Bedalov said his agency is working on expanding the interoperability of the I-PASS system to allow consumers to use their transponders to pay for more than just tolls.

05/19/2017 - 12:00pm

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Duncan discusses efforts to reduce Chicago violence by providing economic opportunities for the city’s young men

Arne Duncan speaks at the City Club of Chicago (Video Parachute)

Former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said his latest endeavor, Chicago CRED, is working to reduce violence in Chicago by providing alternative economic opportunities for young men in the city’s most dangerous communities.

05/04/2017 - 3:12pm

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IHDA executive director says her organization’s investments created 7,400 jobs in 2016

Audra Hamernik speaks at the City Club of Chicago (Video Parachute)

Illinois Housing Development Authority Executive Director Audra Hamernik spoke about her organization’s efforts to expand affordable housing opportunities for Illinois residents during a City Club of Chicago luncheon on Wednesday.

05/03/2017 - 11:50am

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Q&A with David Marzahl, President & CEO of the Center for Economic Progress

The arrival of tax day can be a stressful time for many individuals. It can be particularly troublesome for low-income families who struggle to pay the high fees associated with have their tax returns prepared by paid tax professionals and seek advances on anticipated returns. David Marzahl and the Center for Economic Progress (CEP) seek to solve those problems by providing low-income and working families with free trusted tax and financial services.

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Rauner threatens to reject 911 funding bill over fee increases

Rauner threatens to reject 911 funding bill over fee increases
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Rahm says public art 'makes Chicago great,' but not all his donors got the memo

Rahm says public art 'makes Chicago great,' but not all his donors got the memo
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Median condo price in Chicago climbs to $331,000 in tight market

Median condo price in Chicago climbs to $331,000 in tight market
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Live Asian carp discovered near Lake Michigan

Live Asian carp discovered near Lake Michigan
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White House sends Durbin, Duckworth a name for Chicago U.S. Attorney

White House sends Durbin, Duckworth a name for Chicago U.S. Attorney
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Blackhawks give sneak peak of new $55 million practice center

Blackhawks give sneak peak of new $55 million practice center
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Pride Parade takes to Chicago streets on Sunday; what you need to know

Pride Parade takes to Chicago streets on Sunday; what you need to know
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New Chicago IRS criminal investigations chief took on Hells Angels

New Chicago IRS criminal investigations chief took on Hells Angels
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571 dead in Chicago since 2014 from fentanyl, hero officer one of them

571 dead in Chicago since 2014 from fentanyl, hero officer one of them
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Rauner will sign gun crime proposal favored by mayor

Rauner will sign gun crime proposal favored by mayor
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Chicago City Council poised to approve $1.3M settlement in fatal police chase

Chicago City Council poised to approve $1.3M settlement in fatal police chase
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Democratic gov candidates upbraid Rauner for 'racist' campaign tactics

Democratic gov candidates upbraid Rauner for 'racist' campaign tactics
06/22/2017 - 3:43pm

Jackson Park redevelopment would require more road closures

Jackson Park redevelopment would require more road closures
06/22/2017 - 3:42pm

Rauner has made the budget impasse his favorite campaign weapon

Rauner has made the budget impasse his favorite campaign weapon
06/22/2017 - 3:41pm

WTTW CEO Dan Schmidt announces retirement

WTTW CEO Dan Schmidt announces retirement
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Lawsuit: Leaning Tower Y lifeguards didn’t notice submerged swimmer

Lawsuit: Leaning Tower Y lifeguards didn’t notice submerged swimmer
06/22/2017 - 3:39pm

World’s Largest Block Party back on original block — at Old St. Pat’s

World’s Largest Block Party back on original block — at Old St. Pat’s
06/22/2017 - 3:39pm

Judges in Chicago affirm ‘Making a Murderer’ confession was coerced

Judges in Chicago affirm ‘Making a Murderer’ confession was coerced
06/22/2017 - 3:38pm

586-Unit project at H2O site in West Loop approved by Zoning Commission

586-Unit project at H2O site in West Loop approved by Zoning Commission
06/22/2017 - 3:37pm

Kellogg's leaves Woodridge, cuts 258 area jobs

Kellogg's leaves Woodridge, cuts 258 area jobs
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Metra begins to modernize seats, adding armrests, large cupholders

Metra begins to modernize seats, adding armrests, large cupholders
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Latest cab medallion sale shows need for relief, cabbies’ union says

Latest cab medallion sale shows need for relief, cabbies’ union says
06/22/2017 - 3:28pm

Ex-alderman's Sun-Times bid hits a speed bump

Ex-alderman's Sun-Times bid hits a speed bump
06/22/2017 - 3:28pm

Chicago's new Apple Store looks like a giant laptop

Chicago's new Apple Store looks like a giant laptop
06/22/2017 - 3:27pm

Kennedy to Democratic leaders: Don't endorse in governor primary

Kennedy to Democratic leaders: Don't endorse in governor primary
06/22/2017 - 3:26pm

Preckwinkle says no new taxes next year, even as soda tax begins July 1

Preckwinkle says no new taxes next year, even as soda tax begins July 1
06/22/2017 - 3:24pm

Emanuel: Rauner nixed plan to help end stalemate, sell Thompson Center

Emanuel: Rauner nixed plan to help end stalemate, sell Thompson Center
06/22/2017 - 3:23pm

Cook County can fill its budget hole—unless Obamacare goes

Cook County can fill its budget hole—unless Obamacare goes
06/22/2017 - 3:18pm

iPhone maker dangles $10B investment in U.S.—and Illinois is in the running

iPhone maker dangles $10B investment in U.S.—and Illinois is in the running
06/22/2017 - 3:17pm

Cubs owners face legal hurdle on naming rights to Wrigley Plaza pub

Cubs owners face legal hurdle on naming rights to Wrigley Plaza pub

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Benefit Chicago announces $12 million in loans for six Chicago-area organizations

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Benefit Chicago on Wednesday announced the recipients of its first round of loans, which total $12 million. The six organizations receiving loans are: AutonomyWorks, Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives...
So. Ill. Democratic County Chairmen’s Assoc. endorses Kennedy for governor

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Illinois gubernatorial candidate Chris Kennedy on Wednesday announced he had received the endorsement of the Southern Illinois Democratic County Chairman’s Association. A press release from the...
Meister reappointed Illinois Finance Authority executive director

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The Illinois Finance Authority board this week reappointed Chis Meister as the IFA’s executive director.Meister has worked for the authority since 2007 and has served as its executive director since...
BGA panel addresses Laquan McDonald legacy

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A year ago this week, the Chicago Police Department, under a court order, released a video that showed 17-year-old Laquan McDonald being shot 16 times by a Chicago police officer as the teen moved...
ForeverCar.com secures $10 million funding round, receives innovation award

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ForeverCar.com, a company that operates an online marketplace that allows consumers to compare and purchase vehicle service protection plans, had a lot to celebrate Tuesday.ForeverCar.com announced...

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Wednesday, June 28, 2017 - 10:00am

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Wednesday, June 28, 2017 - 10:30am

CPS Loop Office 42 W. Madison Street, Board Room Chicago, IL

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Wednesday, June 28, 2017 - 11:00am

118 N. Clark Street, 5th Floor Chicago, IL

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