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Rahm Emanuel
Rahm Emanuel Occupation: Mayor, City of Chicago Age: 55 Five reasons Rahmbo almost lost this year’s top spot … 1 Two Chicagos. While he regularly touts the city’s improved economy—rising...
Michael Madigan Is the King of Illinois
The Democrat has ruled the statehouse for decades. At age 71, he's as powerful as ever. But his latest moves make you wonder: What does Madigan really want?
Mayor Daley's Bucket List: Ten Suggestions for How to Use the Remainder of His Term
EDITOR'S NOTE: On September 7th, Mayor Richard Daley announced in a brief news conference at City Hall that he will not seek re-election in 2011. The story below appears in...
Under the Radar
The media-shy Yusef Jackson, third son of the famous reverend, takes a curious venture into publishing by pumping money into Radar, the on-again, off-again celebrity-driven magazine
The Making of Jeff Fort
The most feared man in Chicago was once a shining figure of hope. But the road to jail is paved with good intentions.