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John Lennon · AuroraBy John & Nisha Whitehead “Nothing is real,” observed John Lennon, and that’s especially true of politics. Much like the fabricated universe in Peter Weir’s 1998 film The Truman Show, in which a man’s life is the basis for an elaborately-staged television show aimed at selling products and procuring ratings, the political scene in the… This content is for 30 Day Free Trial, 3 Months for 99 Cents, and One Year Subscription subscribers only. Visi…See the Story
When consumed with facts, we stop thinking
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Immigration · IllinoisThe Chicago City Council on Friday green-lit an extra $70 million for the care of illegal immigrants in the Windy City despite a massive backlash from residents that foreign nationals are being prioritized over native Chicagoans.
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Chicago City Council approves $70M for migrant care despite voter backlash
100% Right coverage: 1 sources
JB Pritzker · IllinoisIllinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) said Chicago is prepared to host the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in August, despite concerns about massive protests against the Biden administration’s response to the Israel-Hamas war.
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Pritzker says Chicago is prepared for DNC amid cease-fire protests
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Corruption · ChicagoThe FBI confirmed it was conducting a court-authorized action at Dolton Village Hall Friday.In a statement, an FBI spokesperson said agents were "conducting court-authorized law enforcement activity in that area." They declined to comment on the nature of the raid or any investigation they may be conducting, citing Department of Justice policy.See the Story
FBI investigates Dolton Village Hall amid corruption allegations about Mayor Tiffany Henyard
56% Right coverage: 9 sources
Books · IllinoisA battle over library books is dividing Metropolis, Illinois, which shares a name with Superman’s home. A pastor is framing the fight as a clash between good and evil.See the Story
In Superman’s 'hometown,' a pastor vows to fight Satan’s influence at the local library
100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Illinois Politics · IllinoisA Dallas pastor who took over leadership of the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s longtime civil rights organization resigned Tuesday after less than three months on the job.
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New leader of Jesse Jackson’s civil rights organization steps down less than 3 months on the job
68% Center coverage: 31 sources
Illinois Politics · IllinoisAbout 400 Democratic Party officials will meet in Chicago this week, beginning Tuesday, to learn more about the convention in August at the United Center and to name the members of the platform, rules and credentials committees.
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Democratic Party leaders meet in Chicago this week for pre-convention talks
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