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Richard M. Daley, 80, hospitalized but ‘alert’

SNEED: The former mayor was feeling “out of sorts” when he was taken in for medical care Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Dick Simpson’s latest book looks at democracy through a Chicago lens. He shares thoughts on corruption and making our democracy better.

CHICAGO — University of Illinois Chicago professor Dick Simpson has lived a life in Chicago’s political and academic spheres for more than 50 years: 44th Ward alderman from 1971-1979; executive board member of the Illinois Political Science Association, a former congressional candidate, political consultant, author and has served on transition…

Chicago Tribune

1950 Census records made public, offering ‘unique peek into our nation’s past’ — and into the homes of Grandma and Grandpa

The records - contained in a free database - will help genealogists, historians and anyone interested in learning more about their own family ancestry.

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Tempestuous tenure of ‘Jane Byrne’

New WTTW documentary, airing Friday, a reminder that the problems of the past are still with us.

Chicago Sun-Times

A new era rises in Chicago’s 11th Ward with Nicole Lee

The old 11th Ward was a bonanza of power for the Daley family for decades. With Lee’s appointment, the new 11th Ward will hopefully be a bonanza of power for her community.

Chicago Sun-Times

Daughter of convicted Daley aide picked to replace Patrick Daley Thompson in 11th Ward

United Airlines executive Nicole Lee is the daughter of Gene Lee, deputy chief of staff under former Mayor Richard M. Daley. In 2014, Gene Lee was convicted of stealing thousands of dollars from two Chinatown charities.

Chicago Sun-Times

Selection committee recommends two 11th Ward finalists to replace Patrick Daley Thompson, but Lightfoot delays appointment

Lightfoot had wanted a replacement seated in time for Wednesday’s City Council meeting. The Rules Committee was to meet Tuesday to confirm the mayor’s choice, but the meeting was canceled at Lightfoot’s behest.

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