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The Changing Media Policy in the Obama Administration

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Obama Advisor Jarrett Not Closing Any Doors

We check in with a friend and top advisor to President-elect Barack Obama.

Posted on 11.11.2008
Getting Ready for the Biggest Job in the World

Chicagoan and former Bush cabinet member Sam Skinner talks about the process and challenges of transitioning into the presidency.

Posted on 11.10.2008
White House Win Opens Jobs for Illinois Pols

Ben Calhoun tells us what more to expect as Obama’s win leaves open political positions.

Posted on 11.10.2008
Obama Tackles Economy

Business contributor David Greising discusses the challenges ahead for President-elect Barack Obama and his economic team—and how we can expect them to address the continuing economic crisis, from Chicago to around the world.

Posted on 11.10.2008
Obama Aide Robert Gibbs Comments on Plans for the Next Few Months

Listen to the full availability with reporters.

Posted on 11.7.2008
Immigrant Advocates OK with Obama’s Choice

Rep. Rahm Emanuel, named chief of staff, has angered them in the past.

Posted on 11.7.2008
Obama: Senate Pick Not My Decision

Possible replacements for Obama's Senate seat are talking publicly.

Posted on 11.7.2008
Obama Holds First Post-Election Press Conference

Obama says he appreciates President Bush's help.

Posted on 11.7.2008
Comedy a Tool in the Wait for Black President

Several black comedians have taken on the the role on the big and small screens.

Posted on 11.7.2008
Comedy a Tool in the Wait for Black President

Several black comedians have taken on the the role on the big and small screens.

Posted on 11.7.2008
Con-Con Could Go to State Supreme Court

The campaign for a do-over of an Illinois referendum on Tuesday's ballot continues.

Posted on 11.6.2008
Blagojevich: Special Election for Emanuel Vacancy 'Sooner Rather than Later'

Emanuel's new White House job means voters must pick a new representative.

Posted on 11.6.2008
Emanuel's Constituents React to Congressman's New Job

Emanuel's congressional district reacts to his new White House job.

Posted on 11.6.2008
You Can't Be President

Harper’s publisher Rick MacArthur talks about the thesis of his new book, You Can't Be President: The Outrageous Barriers to Democracy in America.

Posted on 11.6.2008
Democratic Officials: Rahm Emanuel Accepts White House Post

Illinois Congressman Emanuel agrees to be Obama's Chief of Staff.

Posted on 11.6.2008
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Local News
Radogno Says Quinn is Playing Political Games with Budget Proposal

Some Chicago Aldermen Blast Obama, Democrats for "Betrayal" of Latino Community

Daley Supports Art Turner for Lt. Gov

Undocumented Youths Adopt Risky Tactic

Quinn Tries to Merge Youth Prison System With DCFS

Brady Calls Quinn's Budget Proposal a "Disaster"

Daley Criticizes Grade Fixing



National News
Pelosi: Dems close on health care agreement

House GOP leaders press earmark moratorium

Foreclosure rates up by smallest amount in 4 years

US-Israel row highlights quandary over settlements

Female WWII aviators honored with gold medal

Spike in Prius complaints may not be all it seems

Pa. suspect: Caretaker by day, 'Jihad Jane' online



International News
Mexico's Slim becomes 'world's richest' person

Brazil leader rapped for stance on Cuba dissidents

Law bars Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi from elections

US-Israel row highlights quandary over settlements

Disaster experts praise Chile quake response

Church abuse scandal reaches pope's brother

Britain confronts debt of Greek proportions

Lost in the ruins: Haiti's best and brightest

Arab League calls for ending support for talks

Swedish artist has no regrets over prophet drawing