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Mayor Rahm Emanuel, right, shakes hands with Earvin "Magic" Johnson after an announcement of a $10 million investment for a summer jobs program for at-risk youth during a press conference at Phalanx Family Services in Chicago.

CPS group rips ‘Magic’ custodian deal, contributions to Emanuel campaign

May 25, 2019 at 12:55 p.m.

The head of a Chicago Public Schools principals' group again condemned privatized school custodian contracts Thursday, including an $80 million deal connected to NBA Hall of Famer Earvin "Magic" Johnson,...

Mayor Rahm Emanuel, left, and challenger Jesus "Chuy" Garcia were low key Tuesday, a day after their first debate, shown.

Emanuel approaches $20 million raised for re-election bid

May 25, 2019 at 12:55 p.m.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel is approaching $20 million raised for his re-election effort after reporting another $1.1 million in contributions from 42 well-heeled donors Tuesday evening. The latest political donations pushed...

Arne Duncan, the U.S. secretary of education, walks through a small group of protestors on his way to Ariel Community Academy in Chicago on Thursday, March 12, 2015.

PARCC testing launches with some pushback, confusion

August 18, 2019 at 6:55 p.m.

The launch of new state exams in most school districts this week signaled a historic shift in how and when Illinois public school students are tested. It also spurred rebellion...

Wilson cites Garcia opposition to red light cameras in endorsement

May 25, 2019 at 12:54 p.m.

Former mayoral candidate Willie Wilson on Thursday formally endorsed Jesus "Chuy" Garcia, citing the challenger's pledge to get rid of red light cameras and bring fairness to city contracting. Wilson...

Mayor Rahm Emanuel speaks with Glen Fulton, executive director of the Greater Englewood Community Development Association, at a forum Wednesday, March 11, 2015, at Cedar Concepts Chemical Manufacturer in Chicago.

Rahm Emanuel’s plan for tax-free zones offers business, political benefits

May 15, 2019 at 2:34 p.m.

Facing criticism from his challenger that he has not done enough to create jobs in Chicago's neighborhoods, Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Wednesday offered a vague concept to create tax-free zones...

Mayoral candidate Jesus "Chuy" Garcia meets supporter Alix Guevera and her daughter Rosa in front of Darwin Elementary School in Chicago on April 3, 2015. Garcia met with parents and children before making a speech focused on funding for public education.

Garcia suggests Emanuel should focus on city finances instead of attack ads

May 15, 2019 at 2:34 p.m.

Mayoral challenger Jesus "Chuy" Garcia on Wednesday sought to strike back against a new Rahm Emanuel negative ad, suggesting the mayor should focus on fixing the city's finances instead of...

Emanuel attack ad on Garcia takes liberties

May 25, 2019 at 12:54 p.m.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel went on the attack Tuesday against Jesus "Chuy" Garcia, airing a TV ad criticizing his challenger on city financial issues. The mayor, fighting for his political life...

Chicago mayoral candidate Jesus "Chuy" Garcia, surrounded by the Rev. Jesse Jackson, elected officials, religious leaders and other supporters, speaks Monday at a news conference in Chicago.

Jesse Jackson backs Garcia over Emanuel for Chicago mayor

May 25, 2019 at 12:54 p.m.

Mayoral candidate Jesus "Chuy" Garcia got the endorsement of the Rev. Jesse Jackson on Monday as both the challenger and Mayor Rahm Emanuel compete for the crucial African-American vote ahead...

Garcia promises to remove red light cameras on first day in office

May 15, 2019 at 2:32 p.m.

Mayoral challenger Jesus "Chuy" Garcia promised to remove the city's controversial red light cameras on his first day in office, casting the automated ticketing program as a "rip-off" effort from...

Mayor Rahm Emanuel holds a news conference at a Chicago Fire Department facility March 4, 2015. The mayor spoke about how a proposed state budget could negatively impact agencies servicing families and children.

Emanuel tries to score points with Rauner attack

May 25, 2019 at 12:54 p.m.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel offered up a double serving of political theater Wednesday, attacking his friend Gov. Bruce Rauner's attempt to slash state spending and airing a TV ad in which...

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