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U.S. convention season is done — but here’s why the marquee political events, past and present, are critical

Given the days of political pageantry at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago have come to an end, it’s an opportune time to examine parallels to past conventions — particularly those in the Windy City, a locale that has long been the grounds for historic political coronations.

The Conversation

Democrats, via Chicago — Congressional Hits and Misses - Roll Call

CHICAGO — Democrats put on a massive show in the Windy City this past week. Here are some of the highlights from their whirlwind convention.

Roll Call

Hollywood in Chicago: Stars to hit up the Windy City amidst rumours of Taylor Swift and Beyonce

More than a dozen Hollywood stars are reportedly set to make an appearance

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Chicago residents fed up, consider switch to Republican Party

Chicago residents fed up with the city's issues are considering a shift towards Republican priorities. Find out why they want change in the Windy City.

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Has Chicago learned its lesson on corruption?

Former Ald. Ed Burke’s conviction should serve as a stark reminder that politics as usual in the Windy City is not a relic.

Chicago Sun-Times

’The Beginning Of A Love Affair’: As Kara Kilmer Prepares To Exit Chicago Fire, She Shares Sweet Memories Of Her First Days In The City

After it was announced that Kara Killmer will be leaving Chicago Fire, the actress is looking back on her first days in the Windy City with a series of photos.

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Sahith Theegala, Justin Rose just outside the top 30 for Tour Championship

It's crunch time near the Windy City.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Why the Bulls have the second-best odds to land James Harden via trade

The Chicago Bulls are currently a +600 to land James Harden, second only to the Los Angeles Clippers. Does Harden make sense in the Windy City?

USA Today Sports Media Group

MSU Football offers 2025 4-star Chicago DE Chris Burgess

Michigan State football has extended a scholarship offer to a big-time edge rusher from the Windy City

USA Today Sports Media Group

Tony Bennett left his heart in Chicago, too

Mention Chicago during the course of a conversation (or two or three) with Bennett, and his seemingly omnipresent smile would grow even larger. His love for the Windy City ran deep.

Chicago Sun-Times

Commentary: Chicago’s haze from wildfire smoke underscores the need for better forest management

As Canadian wildfire smoke blanketed Chicago on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Windy City earned the unwelcome distinction of having the “worst air quality of any major city in the world,” according to federal Air Quality Index readings. Authorities issued warnings instructing residents to stay indoors if possible or don masks…

Chicago Tribune

Haters can keep hating. Chicago tourists are back

In spite of its flaws and the babbling naysayers, there is no denying how much the Windy City is still loved. How do we know? A whopping 60% more tourists visited the city in 2022 compared to the year before, according to the tourism group Choose Chicago.

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