I have a message for those of us that live in the city and suburbs of Chicago– We can handle this folks!!
I've been very surprised in the general reaction to the major NATO conference that will happen here in Chicago this weekend. It's somewhere between the sky is falling and Armageddon is approaching!!
What is all the fuss?? We have a very well trained police department and the security around the visiting dignitaries will be airtight.
If Chicago wants to be a major player on the world stage then we have to able to handle a conference that is only scheduled to last for two days – New York would consider this NATO event and the potential demonstrations and traffic disruptions just a little blip on the screen. Where's the confident city that was a serious contender for the 2016 Olympics?? Did we not face potential security concerns and traffic nightmares in planning for that bid??
I support the Mayor and the many businesses who look at this NATO meeting as a tremendous opportunity to showcase Chicago to the world. We can show the world that we can deal with demonstrations and security issues and massive crowds and do so in a very professional and organized way – I think most of us would agree that our city is a great place to live and work!!
I would think we would want the people of the world to think it is a great place to visit as well!!
I do agree that we all should be very prudent in taking the necessary security precautions and insure the safety of our employees and residents.
But let's enjoy this great opportunity to show off our great city and not let the protestors and a few rabble- rousers dictate the course of events this weekend!
Governor Pat Quinn’s latest report on the state of Illinois finances seems like the movie “Groundhog Day” – we just keep waking up to the same old story.
Governor Pat Quinn’s latest report on the state of Illinois finances seems like the movie “Groundhog Day” – we just keep waking up to the same old story.
For many of us who reside in the Greater Chicago area, the thought of the approaching holidays makes us think of parties and family events with plenty to eat and drink.
For many of us who reside in the Greater Chicago area, the thought of the approaching holidays makes us think of parties and family events with plenty to eat and drink.
Last week’s city budget announcement by the Emanuel administration was met with an emotional response from aldermen and residents alike about proposed cuts and changes to city services. But the strongest negative response...
Last week’s city budget announcement by the Emanuel administration was met with an emotional response from aldermen and residents alike about proposed cuts and changes to city services. But the strongest negative response...
FOX Chicago News first broke the story in August and it has since been amplified by the Chicago Tribune: union officials receive huge pension windfalls in an outrageous manipulation of Illinois pension law.
FOX Chicago News first broke the story in August and it has since been amplified by the Chicago Tribune: union officials receive huge pension windfalls in an outrageous manipulation of Illinois pension law.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and School Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard have not wasted any time in their first 100 days in office pushing forward major reform initiatives for the Chicago Public schools, including:
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and School Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard have not wasted any time in their first 100 days in office pushing forward major reform initiatives for the Chicago Public schools, including:
NBC Sports opened its final round coverage of the U.S. Open golf tournament with a montage that showed children reciting the Pledge of Allegiance in a classroom to capture the patriotism of the day.
NBC Sports opened its final round coverage of the U.S. Open golf tournament with a montage that showed children reciting the Pledge of Allegiance in a classroom to capture the patriotism of the day.
The Illinois legislature has passed historic school reform legislation and it’s now on to Governor Quinn’s desk for signature. FOX Chicago’s General Manager Mike Renda has a request: Sign it.
The Illinois legislature has passed historic school reform legislation and it’s now on to Governor Quinn’s desk for signature. FOX Chicago’s General Manager Mike Renda has a request: Sign it.
In a recent op-ed piece in the Chicago Tribune, Jeb Bush -- former governor of Florida and now Chairman of the Foundation for Excellence in Education -- praised the major reforms the Florida legislature enacted upon the...
In a recent op-ed piece in the Chicago Tribune, Jeb Bush -- former governor of Florida and now Chairman of the Foundation for Excellence in Education -- praised the major reforms the Florida legislature enacted upon the...
It's been 16 years since the Mayor's Office took control of the Chicago Public Schools. And while reforms have been enacted, they haven't gone far enough. Polls suggest that the voters want action and they want it fast.
It's been 16 years since the Mayor's Office took control of the Chicago Public Schools. And while reforms have been enacted, they haven't gone far enough. Polls suggest that the voters want action and they want it fast.
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The Bronx Zoo has unveiled its animatronics dinosaur exhibit. The exhibit, called Dinosaur Safari, is something different from the zoo, which is better known for its exhibits of living animals. The ride
The Bronx Zoo has unveiled its exhibit of animatronics. The exhibit, called Dinosaur Safari, is something different from the zoo, which is better known for its exhibits of living animals.
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Former Rep. Anthony Weiner launched his campaign for mayor of New York City this week, but his website seems to indicate he is running for office in Pittsburgh. The stylized and colorized image used in
Former Rep. Anthony Weiner launched his campaign for mayor of New York City this week, but his website seems to indicate he is running for office in Pittsburgh. The stylized and colorized image used in
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Authorities say two New York City men and a New Jersey man kidnapped another man off a Queens street in broad daylight and held him for over a month, demanding $3 million from his family.
Authorities say two New York City men and a New Jersey man kidnapped another man off a Queens street in broad daylight and held him for over a month, demanding $3 million from his family.
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Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in Manhattan.
Kerry Kennedy has joined farmworkers protesting outside Wendy's shareholder meeting in Manhattan. The protesters said Thursday they want Wendy's to sign an agreement to safeguard working conditions for Florida tomato pickers.
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A $1,000 reward has been posted for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two men seen running to and away from a homicide scene Tuesday night in Camden.
A $1,000 reward has been posted for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two men seen running to and away from a homicide scene Tuesday night in Camden.
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:07 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:07:03 GMT
The NYPD arrested a suspect in the latest anti-gay attack in the city, said police.
The NYPD arrested a suspect in the latest anti-gay attack in the city, said police. The incident Monday night involved two men, who police say, had met at the Bowery Mission and went out drinking together in the East Village. Roman Gornell, 39, was arrested on Wednesday.
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Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt made a trip to the birthplace of Frank Sinatra on Wednesday night to promote his new movie, "World War Z."
Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt made a trip to the birthplace of Frank Sinatra on Wednesday night to promote his new movie, "World War Z." Pitt stunned the crowd at the Clearview Cinemas when he walked in just before the start of the special screening.
