CTA to use ride-sharing tax to upgrade security
Brian Pearlman, Copy Editor
March 12, 2018
The CTA is getting a new set of security upgrades funded in part from the city’s ride-hailing service fee, according to an announcement made Feb. 27. The $33 million worth of improvements include upgrading more than 3,800 older security cameras to new high-definition versions, as well as adding 1,00...
Private security guards hired to patrol State Street
Timothy Duke, Staff Writer
March 12, 2018
In response to panhandling, graffiti and shoplifting in the Loop, the Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) has hired two private armed security guards to assist in the prevention and catching of such crimes and their perpetrators. Retail workers along State Street are glad to have additional assistance in dea...
Candidates for Governor still slinging mud
Jonathan Ballew, Assistant News Editor
March 5, 2018
As the clock winds down on the gubernatorial primary, the candidates came out swinging on Thursday at the University of Chicago. The Democratic gubernatorial forum was sponsored by WBEZ, Politico and the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics. Although six candidates were on stage, three have emerged as ...
The Nazi next door
Brian Pearlman, Copy Editor
February 26, 2018
Arthur Jones of Lyons, Illinois, is set to become the GOP nominee for Illinois’ 3rd congressional district, despite disapproval from Illinois Republicans, including Gov. Bruce Rauner. “There is no room for neo-Nazis in American politics. I condemn this man in the strongest possible terms,” Rauner said ...
Chuy chomps the machine
Sahi Padmanabhan, Contributing Writer
February 26, 2018
The historic Apollo’s 2000 banquet hall in Little Village was lined with monitors. The entire room seemed to be buzzing with anticipation of not only Bernie Sanders, but the Southwest Side’s own Jesús “Chuy” Garcia. Garcia made another push forward in his congressional campaign with a rally on ...
DePaul alum challenges incumbent for Northwest suburban district
April Lane, Assistant Online Editor
February 26, 2018
Since graduating from DePaul in 2013, Kevin B. Morrison has put his studies in political and environmental science into action, gaining years of experience as a community activist and organizer for Chicagoland area politicians, including Ald. Mary O’Connor, State Rep. Robert Martwick and Hillary...
Photo gallery: Chicago mourns the death of Commander Paul Bauer
Benjamin Conboy and The Associated Press
February 19, 2018
On Feb. 13, Chicago Police Commander Paul Bauer was at the Thompson Center at 100 West Randolph Street for training when he heard officers call for assistance in apprehending a fleeing suspect. Noticing the subject running by his squad car, the commander gave chase. Bauer, 53, chased the suspect, Shomari Leggh...
Photo of the week: Dibs!
Jonathan Ballew, Assistant News Editor
February 19, 2018
Commentary: Around DePaul, everyone knows DIBS as that weird, creepy blue monster that roams the Student Center and makes everyone feel just a little uncomfortable. But when it snows in Chicago, residents respect a different kind of dibs — the art of shoveling out a parking spot and saving it with...
Chicago runners undeterred by record lows
Jonathan Ballew, Assistant News Editor
January 8, 2018
With record low temperatures sweeping the nation, Chicagoans prepare for business as usual. Millions of residents will bundle up with scarves, hats and mittens ready to face the arctic temperatures on their daily commute. Although those from warmer climates may think Chicagoans are crazy for braving th...
Kennedy, Biss and Pritzker leading the Democratic pack in governor’s race
October 23, 2017
The Illinois gubernatorial campaign is in full swing heading into primary season. Read More »...
Sophomore candidate for Cook County Board denies PAC funds
October 9, 2017
Bushra Amiwala will not be bought. Read More »...
DePaul alum prepares for race to 10th District State Representative seat
October 9, 2017
When Edward Ward was a student at DePaul, he made sure that his voice was heard. Now, about a year and one half after his graduation, Ward is still extremely involved in his community as he looks to fill the 10th Representative District as State Representative seat in the in 2018. Read More »...
