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Ray Chin’s Chinese New Year bash draws a who’s who

Published on February 13th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

"Everyone who's anyone in the transportation world is here," gushed Mae Whiteside, a local CEO.... Read More →

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Was that a dig at Trump–or Rauner?

Published on February 6th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

When Diana Rauner referred to turbulent politics, some wondered what (who) she was talking about.... Read More →

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Equality Illinois, Planned Parenthood get a boost

Published on February 6th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Call it the Trump effect. Equality Illinois and Planned Parenthood in Illinois say changes in the political climate in Washington, D.C., have given their organizations a boost.

“(It’s) put our community on notice that we have … Read the rest

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Pinterest CEO’s jab at Trump draws cheers in Chicago

Published on January 31st, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

After Ben Silbermann talked about his company, Chicago executives dish on how they use Pinterest.... Read More →

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Kavi Gupta stars at Halcyon party

Published on January 30th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Halcyon's Denise Hoeflich and gallery ownr Kavi Gupta shared the stage. They have much in common.... Read More →

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Axelrod’s deeply personal connection to Affordable Care Act

Published on January 11th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

Political analyst David Axelrod talks about his White House years during a City Club luncheon.... Read More →

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Obama disciple gets support from Chicago friends

Published on January 8th, 2017 | by Shia Kapos

New York Assemblyman and Northwestern grad Michael Blake is running for vice chair of the DNC.... Read More →

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Head-turners at Sean Conlon’s holiday parties

Published on December 20th, 2016 | by Shia Kapos

The Chicago real-estate exec has much to celebrate--a gig co-hosting "The Deed," a reality TV show.... Read More →

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Youth summit sees a post-election spike

Published on December 13th, 2016 | by Shia Kapos

Organizers say election results and a desire to help their community prompted a jump in attendance.... Read More →

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WINGS holiday party raises $1 million–and good cheer

Published on December 11th, 2016 | by Shia Kapos

The nonprofit that helps domestic-violence victims raised $1 million from the holiday party.... Read More →