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Hyde Park alderman wrestles with TIFs, schools
Alderman Leslie Hairston says city decisions on tax-increment funds have deprived her ward of the improvements it needs. She's also got a few choice words for those who call Hyde Park elitist.
1 month ago | By Martin Miller
Police: Victim stabbed would-be muggers
A 16-year-old, suffering from a stab wound to the chest, was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. A second teen was in serious condition.
3 months ago | By Kwame Shorter
Judge rules against local school councils
The ruling means two South Side schools will not hold local school council elections next week. A parent-led challenge had sought a court order requiring elected LSCs at the schools.
4 months ago | By Paul D. Bowker
CHA chief: No plan to limit time in public housing
Agency head Lewis Jordan says residents may be required to work or attend school. A crowd of about 350 turned out to hear about new plans at the CHA.
4 months ago | By Claire Bushey
Wanted: New school proposals
The Renaissance 2010 plan calls for more new schools in 2009 and 2010. Former NBA star Kevin Johnson, who founded a school in California, is likely to be among the applicants.
4 months ago | By Paul D. Bowker
Man accused of strangling his mother
Suspect claims he was abused
8 months ago | By Carrie Topolinski
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