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    Feb 16, 2009 |Blog| Chicago Tribune

  1. Obama: Wheels-up from Chicago

    The Swamp
    by John McCormick President Barack Obama departed O'Hare International Airport at 10 a.m. CST today, ending his first visit to Chicago as the nation's chief executive. Air Force One took off to the west on a chilly, but sunny President's......

    Tags: Democratic National Conventions, Travel, Transportation, Defense, National Government

    2. May 1, 2013 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  2. Rosenthal: Rejuvenation of South Side the fair thing to do

    President Grover Cleveland pressed an electric switch, powering the pumps for massive fountains. The jets of water in turn cued the unfurling of flags. What was described as "profound silence" gave way to a cacophony, and the World's Columbian Exposition officially opened a few minutes past noon on May 1, 1893.
    President Grover Cleveland pressed an electric switch, powering the pumps for massive fountains. The jets of water in turn cued the unfurling of flags. What was described as "profound silence" gave way to a cacophony, and the World's Columbian...

    Tags: DuSable Museum of African-American History, Colleges and Universities, Hospitals and Clinics, Grover Cleveland, Architecture

    3. Oct 19, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  3. New Cultural Plan a nice wish list, but city should focus on must-haves

    Give the city's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events this much: It listened to what Chicagoans said they wanted in a Cultural Plan and wrote it down.
    Give the city's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events this much: It listened to what Chicagoans said they wanted in a Cultural Plan and wrote it down. And then wrote some more. And more. Released Monday, the Cultural Plan's 48 pages...

    Tags: DuSable Museum of African-American History, Culture, Health Insurance, Fine Artists, Arts and Culture

    4. Mar 28, 2013 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  4. 'Mr. Selfridge': The man who invented retail therapy

    Until recently, the Vera Wang bridal shop in Singapore imposed a non-refundable $482 fee to try on dresses. And last month a health food retailer in Australia posted this notice on its door: “As of the first of February, this store will be charging people a $5 fee per person for ’just looking.’ The $5 fee will be deducted when goods are purchased.”
    Until recently, the Vera Wang bridal shop in Singapore imposed a non-refundable $482 fee to try on dresses. And last month a health food retailer in Australia posted this notice on its door: “As of the first of February, this store will be...

    Tags: Seth Rogen, Ike Barinholtz, Entourage (tv program), Celebrities, Dick Wolf

    5. Dec 17, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  5. CTA's plan to relieve overcrowding goes into full swing

    <em>"Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in hope and work." &mdash; Daniel Hudson Burnham</em><em> (1846-1912)</em>
    "Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in hope and work." — Daniel Hudson Burnham (1846-1912) Those inspired words by the architect who created urban...

    Tags: Career and Workplace, Forrest Claypool, Travel, Commuting, Trips and Vacations

    6. Oct 18, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  6. Obama lacks vision? Good thing

    Barack Obama was more assertive and combative in the second presidential debate Tuesday, but the inspiring orator of 2008 still had trouble painting a vivid picture of what his second term will look like. He wants to strengthen manufacturing and promote energy independence, but it's hard to find a grand theme or a sweeping vision.
    Barack Obama was more assertive and combative in the second presidential debate Tuesday, but the inspiring orator of 2008 still had trouble painting a vivid picture of what his second term will look like. He wants to strengthen manufacturing and promote...

    Tags: Elections, Allergies, Health Insurance, Republican Party, Private Health Care

    7. May 12, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  7. A daily Chicago Journal about the buildings and urban spaces that shape our lives

    Tags: House Building, Travel, Architecture, Arts and Culture, Gardens and Parks

    8. May 15, 2012 | Chicago Tribune

  8. Plaque to be dedicated at historic Glenview home

    TribLocal - Glenview » News
    Glenview officials on Saturday will dedicate a plaque to commemorate the village’s first home to be designated a local historic landmark. Laurie Weber, who owns …...
    9. Dec 28, 2011 | Chicago Tribune

  9. Historic $1 home in Glenview could face demolition soon, village says

    TribLocal - Glenview » News
    The home of Glenview’s first village president and Daniel Burnham’s nephew might have a dim future after Jan. 1 — unless a buyer comes along. …...
    10. Jan 3, 2012 | Chicago Tribune

  10. Honoring Maggie -- new school a better tribute than an old building

    Change of Subject
    It would not be fitting to rename the Chicago Cultural Center for Maggie Daley. Though that seems to be the sentimental choice around town, the late, widely admired wife of former Mayor Richard M. Daley is, at best, third on......
    11. Mar 8, 2012 | Chicago Tribune

  11. Frances Coleman Powell, 1909–2012

    TribLocal - Evanston
    Frances Coleman Powell traveled widely during her long life, bringing back fond memories of places that remain well off the beaten path. “When we talked …...
    12. Jul 12, 2011 | Chicago Tribune

  12. Chandler to remain as rec center

    TribLocal - Evanston
    A packed council chambers erupted with applause this week as Evanston aldermen told the city manager to drop any plans to explore the sale or …...
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