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Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down as U.S. Attorney

suntimes.com — Updated: Patrick J. Fitzgerald, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois for more than a decade, today announced that he is stepping down as U.S. Attorney effective June 30, 2012. © 2012 Sun-Times Media, LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be copied or distributed without permission.
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
RT @Suntimes: U.S. Attorney Patrick J. Fitzgerald is stepping down effective June 30, 2012. http://t.co/EEItJ6Uh
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
RT @Suntimes: RT @natashakorecki: U.S. Attorney #PatrickFitzgerald has no career plans yet that he's announced.http://suntm.es/JnFinG
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @suntimes: U.S. Attorney Patrick J. Fitzgerald is stepping down effective June 30, 2012. http://t.co/DCDGv695 via @natashakorecki
Abdon M. Pallasch Political Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @cst_pallasch
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Carl Lavin Lead Homepage Editor, CNN.com, CNN @FromCarl
Patrick J. Fitzgerald, who oversaw prosecutions that led to convictions of two Illinois governors, is stepping down http://t.co/ZHSedSjR
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President Obama official schedule and guidance, May 23, 2012. California, Iowa

blogs.suntimes.com — THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2012 DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, MAY 24, 2012 In the morning, the President will attend a campaign event at the Fairmont Hotel in San Jose, California. This event is closed press.
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog President Obama official schedule and guidance, May 23, 2012. California, Iowa http://t.co/XbPFof9J

Rahm's May 24, 2012 Public Schedule. Opening Morgan St. L

blogs.suntimes.com — The Public Schedule for Mayor Emanuel May 24, 2012 Mayor Emanuel will announce the grand opening of the Morgan Street L station, which will provide Pink and Green Line service to the Near West side, and discuss the importance of investing in Chicago's infrastructure to facilitate economic development in Chicago's neighborhoods.
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog Rahm's May 24, 2012 Public Schedule. Opening Morgan St. L http://t.co/O9AMej6F

Replacing Patrick Fitzgerald: What are Durbin, Kirk next moves?

blogs.suntimes.com — By Lynn Sweet and Abdon M. Pallasch Speculation about potential successors to U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald started as soon as he announced Wednesday he was stepping down. But an initial hurdle is for the Illinois senators -- one Democrat, one Republican -- to agree on a nominee or risk never getting a confirmation vote in the Senate.
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog Replacing Patrick Fitzgerald: What are Durbin, Kirk next moves? http://t.co/I6f2F2p6

Mitt Romney new ad: Day One agenda

Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog Mitt Romney new ad: Day One agenda http://t.co/TNCbbrO8

Obama Air Force Academy Graduation Speech. Transcript

blogs.suntimes.com — THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 23, 2012 REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AT COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY FOR THE AIR FORCE ACADEMY Air Force Academy Colorado Springs, Colorado 10:29 A.M. MDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. (Applause.) Please be seated. Good morning, everybody!
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog Obama Air Force Academy Graduation Speech. Transcript http://t.co/o1SnCXgC

Parking meter company wants nearly $50 million from taxpayers

suntimes.com — BY CHRIS FUSCO Staff Reporter cfusco@suntimes.com Updated: The private company that runs Chicago's parking meter system has sent City Hall another bill, bringing the total amount of money it's demanding from taxpayers to nearly $50 million. The Chicago Sun-Times reported May 4 that Chicago Parking Meters LLC had sent two parking-reimbursement bills to the city totaling more than $27 million.
Anna Tarkov Freelance Journalist @AnnaTarkov
If you thought the parking meter deal couldn't get any worse, you were wrong: http://t.co/CRuabB53 Privatization FTW!

Chicago Sun-Times owner Wrapports buys the Reader

suntimes.com — BY DAVID ROEDER Business Reporter Wrapports Inc., the owners the Chicago Sun-Times, announced that it has acquired the Reader, an alternative weekly publication. The owners of the Chicago Sun-Times said Wednesday that they have acquired the Chicago Reader, bringing an enduring part of the alternative press under the same corporate umbrella as daily and weekly papers that span the Chicago region.
Michael Nagrant Food Writer @MichaelNagrant
RT @ebertchicago: The Sun-Times buys The Reader. http://t.co/RQOTLo5t
Kady O'Malley Reporter, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation @kady
OMG you guys they took the last one! @ebertchicago: The Sun-Times buys The Reader. http://t.co/6yEluYA9
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
The Sun-Times buys The Reader. http://t.co/RQOTLo5t
Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
RT @Chicago_Reader: And here's our new colleagues on the sale: http://t.co/yA0eTxs3
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Sun-Times buys @chicago_reader RT @saduros: I get a good feeling about this. It feels like a very good fit. http://t.co/ZG3kmOi5

Dems pick Lance Tyson to run against indicted state Rep. Derrick Smith

suntimes.com — West and Northwest Side Democratic Ward committeemen have settled on a candidate to take on incumbent State Rep. Derrick Smith, who is charged with taking a $7,000 bribe. Lance Tyson, 40, a municipal bond lawyer who served as Cook County Board President Todd Stroger's first chief of staff, emerged from a group of three finalists Wednesday to get the nod.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
RT @davemckinney123: Dems pick Lance Tyson to run against indicted state Rep. Derrick Smith - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/h6pc7DSP
David McKinney Springfield Bureau Chief, Chicago Sun-Times @davemckinney123
Dems pick Lance Tyson to run against indicted state Rep. Derrick Smith - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/h6pc7DSP

U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down June 30

blogs.suntimes.com — below, release from Fitzgerald office.... U.S. ATTORNEY PATRICK J. FITZGERALD TO STEP DOWN Chicago's longest-serving U.S. Attorney leaving office June 30 CHICAGO -- Patrick J. Fitzgerald, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois for more than a decade, today announced that he is stepping down as U.S.
Jack Shafer Columnist, Slate @jackshafer
RT @LATimesrainey: RT @globeglen: RT @lynnsweet: Sweet blog U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down June 30 http://t.co/uIdzVmNm
James Rainey Media Columnist, LA Times @LATimesrainey
RT @globeglen: RT @lynnsweet: Sweet blog U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down June 30 http://t.co/wUd4gODo
Glen Johnson Politics Editor, Boston Globe @globeglen
RT @lynnsweet: Sweet blog U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down June 30 http://t.co/MWGO1B7F

Angry teachers rally despite Mayor Emanuel saying they deserve raise

suntimes.com — BY ROSALIND ROSSI AND FRAN SPIELMAN Staff Reporters Chicago Teachers Union members rally inside the Auditorium Theatre. Wednesday, May 22, 2012. | Scott Stewart~Chicago Sun-Times. Updated: Screaming "Strike!"
Ben Greenberg Freelance Journalist @minorjive
1000 cheers for the Chicago Teachers Union (big sis is on the bargaining team), fighting for much more than just raises http://t.co/4qrm3fhs

Who’s next for U.S. attorney? May the speculation begin

suntimes.com — BY LYNN SWEET AND ABDON M. PALLASCH Staff Reporters Updated: Speculation about potential successors to U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald started as soon as he announced Wednesday he was stepping down. But an initial hurdle is for the Illinois senators - one Democrat, one Republican - to agree on a nominee - or risk never getting a confirmation vote in the Senate.
Craig Wall Reporter, Fox Chicago @craigrwall
Big shoes to fill RT @Suntimes: Who will succeed Patrick Fitzgerald for U.S. Attorney? Let the speculation begin... http://t.co/goyDroZ4

House passes bill allowing Chicago casino - but vote not veto-proof

heraldnews.suntimes.com — BY DAVE MCKINNEY AND ANDREW MALONEY Staff reporters Updated: SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois House passed a slightly scaled back version of a casino-expansion package, but the effort fell two votes shy of the supermajority needed to fend off a likely veto if it reaches Gov. Pat Quinn.
David McKinney Springfield Bureau Chief, Chicago Sun-Times @davemckinney123
House passes bill allowing Chicago casino — but vote not veto-proof - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/xFfGihEL

Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down as U.S. Attorney

suntimes.com — Updated: Patrick J. Fitzgerald, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois for more than a decade, today announced that he is stepping down as U.S. Attorney effective June 30, 2012. © 2012 Sun-Times Media, LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be copied or distributed without permission.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
MT @natashakorecki: #PatrickFitzgerald: "A great office when I arrived ... it will continue to be a great office" http://t.co/KlrbePQB
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
#PatrickFitzgerald: "This was a great office when I arrived ... it will continue to be a great office" - Sun-Times: http://t.co/OL6OZFGJ
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
Those close to #Patrick Fitzgerald said they didn't officially know of his decision until this morning - Sun-Times: http://t.co/OL6OZFGJ

Groupon’s Mason shares tales of early failures

suntimes.com — BY SANDRA GUY Business Reporter sguy@suntimes.com Groupon CEO and founder Andrew Mason returned to his alma mater Wednesday to tell upcoming entrepreneurs how it's done - and not done - while sharing that the company plans to continue growing in Chicago.
Sandra Guy Business Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @sandraguy
#Groupon’s #Mason shares tales of early failures - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/NqmP4IjT

Rahm Emanuel laughs, walks out of press conference when asked about Cubs’ Ricketts

suntimes.com — BY FRAN SPIELMAN City Hall Reporter fspielman@suntimes.com The Ricketts family, Joe Ricketts (from left), Pete, Todd, Laura, Marlene and Tom, on Oct. 30, 2009, at Wrigley Field. Mayor Rahm Emanuel (inset) was "livid" after reading that Joe Ricketts was tied to an ad campaign launching an attack on President Obama.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
That's a "no comment" then? Mayor laughs, walks out of press conf. when asked about Cubs’ Ricketts - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/Pd5ZGCBt

Ferrara Pan Candy merges with Farley’s & Sathers

suntimes.com — sun-times staff Forest Park-based Ferrara Pan Candy - maker of Lemonheads and Atomic FireBalls - and Farley's & Sathers Candy Co. of Minnesota announced Wednesday the two will merge. The combined company will maintain the century-old Ferrara name and will be led by Salvatore Ferrara II, the chairman and CEO of Ferrara Pan.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Nice reference MT @chicagosmusic: It's a shame about they. RT @Suntimes: Ferrara Pan, Farley’s & Sathers merging. http://t.co/5XfHorOm
Thomas Conner Pop Music Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @chicagosmusic
It's a shame about they. RT @Suntimes: Lemonheads-maker Ferrara Pan Candy and Farley’s & Sathers are merging. http://t.co/IfxnKK2t

A symphony of voices

blogs.suntimes.com — The video essay is the first in a series about critics by Kevin B. Lee, who is editor of the Press Play video essays at Indiewire.com--which he and Matt Zoller Seitz have built into the best video essay source on the web. Kevin was a special correspondent for our TV show, "Ebert Presents at the Movies."
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
Overwhelming. The contributors to my site conspired at Ebertfest to produce this magnificent video. http://t.co/ErRKse1K

Northwest Indiana official getting heat for comment about ‘fruits’ in jail

suntimes.com — By Amy Lavalley Sun-Times Media Jim Polarek. | Provided Photo~Sun-Times Media Updated: An official in Porter County, Ind., said Wednesday he will not apologize for a remark he made at Tuesday's council meeting that some of his colleagues have interpreted to be a slur against gays and lesbians.
Jacqui Cheng Senior Apple Editor, Ars Technica @ejacqui
Stay classy, Indiana officials. http://t.co/dwyBs7NM

Brandon Marshall in awe of former Broncos’ reunion with Bears

Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
MT @seankjensen: WR @BMarshall explains to me what it was like to wear #Bears jersey for 1st time, how "surreal" it is http://t.co/NMpex786
Sean Jensen NFL Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @seankjensen
WR @BMarshall explains to me what it was like to wear #Bears jersey for 1st time Tuesday and how "surreal" it still is http://t.co/glSY02Iu
Sean Jensen NFL Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @seankjensen
And Brandon Marshall explains that during the first OTA session Tuesday, Jay Cutler had to tell everyone, "Relax." http://t.co/glSY02Iu

Patrick Fitzgerald’s Greatest Hits in Chicago

suntimes.com — Gov. Rod Blagojevich. Illinois' governor when arrested at home and charged with a "political corruption crime spree," including trying to sell the about-to-be-vacant Senate seat of incoming President Barack Obama. * Gov. George Ryan. The former governor was convicted of political corruption that happened
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
Patrick Fitzgerald’s Greatest Hits in Chicago - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/ZyAeDNne

‘American Idol’: Phillip Phillips better than Jessica Sanchez

suntimes.com — BY LORI RACKL TV Critic/lrackl@suntimes.com Updated: Phillip Phillips can't touch Jessica Sanchez's singing ability, but he proved once again on Tuesday that he can touch something more important: the audience. The 21-year-old pawn shop worker from Georgia widened what was likely an already sizeable gap between him and Jessica when the two "American Idol" hopefuls squared off in season 11's last performance show.
Lori Rackl TV Critic and Travel Writer, Chicago Sun-Times @lorirackl
#TiVo data says @PPhillipsAI11 had the two most watched performances on #Idol last night (1. "Home" & 2. "Stand by Me") http://t.co/FUYgiUGh

‘Transformers 3’ extra receives $18.5 million settlement in accident

suntimes.com — Gabriella Cedillo, 26, was working on the set of the third installment in the popular movie franchise on Sept. 1, 2010, when a cable on a stunt vehicle broke loose, sending the vehicle airborne. It struck the woman in the head. Cedillo suffered severe head trauma that her lawyers say left her impaired.
Richard Roeper Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @richardroeper
"Transformers 3" extra receives $18.5 settlement. Suffered horrific injuries. http://t.co/w6MU4piO

BP to pay $400 million to reduce pollution at Whiting refinery

suntimes.com — THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Updated: The government has announced a settlement requiring BP North America Inc. to spend more than $400 million to reduce pollution at its refinery in Whiting, Ind. The agreement is designed to reduce harmful air pollution by more than 4,000 tons annually at the facility just over the state line from Chicago.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
BP to pay $400 million to reduce pollution at Whiting refinery - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/5XWMj6c8

NATO threat suspect ‘maybe had a little bit too much to drink’: lawyer

suntimes.com — BY RUMMANA HUSSAIN Criminal Courts Reporter rhussain@suntimes.com Urszula Mounts, mother of Sebastian Senakiewicz. | Rummana Hussain~Sun-Times Updated: The mother of an anti-NATO protester accused of threatening to blow up a train overpass defended her son Wednesday and described him as a "good boy."
Rummana Hussain Criminal Courts Reporter and Metro Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @rummanahussain
RT @Suntimes: Suspect 'maybe had a little bit too much to drink' when threatened to blow up overpass: lawyer. http://t.co/hlpuWzzX #NATO

NATO threat suspect ‘maybe had a little bit too much to drink’: lawyer

suntimes.com — BY RUMMANA HUSSAIN Criminal Courts Reporter rhussain@suntimes.com Urszula Mounts, mother of Sebastian Senakiewicz. | Rummana Hussain~Sun-Times Updated: The mother of an anti-NATO protester accused of threatening to blow up a train overpass defended her son Wednesday and described him as a "good boy."
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
NATO threat suspect ‘maybe had a little bit too much to drink’: lawyer - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/EPFXY5gf

NATO threat suspect ‘maybe had a little bit too much to drink’: lawyer

suntimes.com — BY RUMMANA HUSSAIN Criminal Courts Reporter rhussain@suntimes.com Urszula Mounts, mother of Sebastian Senakiewicz. | Rummana Hussain~Sun-Times Updated: The mother of an anti-NATO protester accused of threatening to blow up a train overpass defended her son Wednesday and described him as a "good boy."
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
NATO threat suspect ‘maybe had a little bit too much to drink’: lawyer - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/DzauUOf3

Rahm Emanuel laughs, walks out of press conference when asked about Cubs’ Ricketts

suntimes.com — BY FRAN SPIELMAN City Hall Reporter fspielman@suntimes.com The Ricketts family, Joe Ricketts (from left), Pete, Todd, Laura, Marlene and Tom, on Oct. 30, 2009, at Wrigley Field. Mayor Rahm Emanuel (inset) was "livid" after reading that Joe Ricketts was tied to an ad campaign launching an attack on President Obama.
Richard Roeper Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @richardroeper
Earlier today, Mayor Emanuel walked out of a press conf. when asked about Ricketts. http://t.co/R1u3BQWR

Luol Deng named to All-Defensive Second Team

blogs.suntimes.com — Bulls forward Loul Deng didn't have the season he wanted to have. His individual game suffered after he tore a ligament in his left wrist. The team's fortunes were severely undercut when Derrick Rose tore the ACL in his knee in Game 1 of a first-round playoff series, which all-but ended the team's hopes of winning an NBA title.
Neil Hayes Sportswriter, Chicago Sun-Times @bynhayes
Luol Deng accomplishes one season-long goal. See: http://t.co/w3ponHOi #Bulls

LMFAO wants to get you ROTFL, ASAP

blogs.suntimes.com — Pop music and comedy have been friends with benefits since Stan Freberg lampooned culture via song in the 1950s. Their occasionally legitimate offspring has included a motley crew of court jesters from Sheb Wooley ("Purple People Eater") to "Weird Al" Yankovic's parodies to the wink-wink schlock of Tenacious D.
Thomas Conner Pop Music Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @chicagosmusic
LMFAO this weekend: funny ha-ha or funny strange? http://t.co/Bdlq8wQA

Cutler-Marshall connection highlights Bears' first OTA

blogs.suntimes.com — Quarterback Jay Cutler completed ''several'' passes to Brandon Marshall against the first-team defense as the Bears opened their on-field preparation for the 2012 season with ''spirited'' 11-on-11 and 7-on-7 work at their opening offseason practice Tuesday at Halas Hall.
Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
Cutler-Marshall connection highlights #Bears' first OTA http://t.co/vMa3W3ID

Prosecutors: Woman admitted smoking pot before crash that killed 8-year-old in Skokie

suntimes.com — SUN-TIMES MEDIA Carter Vo, 8, was killed Monday afternoon while riding his bicycle. The boy, who lived on the 4600 block of Madison Street in Skokie, was dead at the scene, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office. A 23-year-old Skokie woman has been charged with felony driving under the influence in the case, police said Wednesday morning.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Prosecutors: Woman admitted smoking pot before crash that killed 8-year-old in Skokie - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/dzupKYxx

President Obama official schedule and guidance, May 23, 2012. Colorado, California fund-raising

blogs.suntimes.com — THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2012 DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2012 In the morning, the President will travel to Colorado Springs, Colorado. The departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at Peterson Air Force Base are open press.
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog President Obama official schedule and guidance, May 23, 2012. Colorado, California fund-raising http://t.co/Ziq6OLJk

Patrick Fitzgerald quits U.S. attorney post after nearly 11 years

suntimes.com — Patrick Fitzgerald quits U.S. attorney post after nearly 11 years U.S. Attorney Patrick J. Fitzgerald - who toppled two Illinois governors and a top aide to the former vice president, and also went after the Chicago mob, a notorious police commander accused of torture and even international terrorists - is stepping down.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Patrick Fitzgerald quits U.S. attorney post after nearly 11 years - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/jEusnGX8

Patrick Fitzgerald’s Greatest Hits in Chicago

suntimes.com — Gov. Rod Blagojevich. Illinois' governor when arrested at home and charged with a "political corruption crime spree," including trying to sell the about-to-be-vacant Senate seat of incoming President Barack Obama. * Gov. George Ryan. The former governor was convicted of political corruption that happened
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
RT @Suntimes: PHOTOS: Some of Patrick Fitzgerald's most prominent convictions. http://t.co/73c9QmBJ

Patrick Fitzgerald stepping down as U.S. Attorney

suntimes.com — Updated: Patrick J. Fitzgerald, the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois for more than a decade, today announced that he is stepping down as U.S. Attorney effective June 30, 2012. © 2012 Sun-Times Media, LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be copied or distributed without permission.
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
#PatrickFitzgerald's most famous utterance? “The conduct would make Lincoln roll over in his grave.” http://t.co/TAVLPPhe

A South Korean "Zodiac"

blogs.suntimes.com — But comparing Bong Joon-ho's "Memories of Murder" (2003) to "Zodiac" is akin to comparing tangerine to grape fruit. While both share some common elements, they are different from each other in many aspects.
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
*Free* Daily Streamer: "Memories of Murder" (2003), the South Korean classic about a serial killer. Download or stream: http://t.co/0bLMPQEB
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
A South Korean "Zodiac," about the country's first serial killer. Easily streamable. Seongyong Cho's vivid review: http://t.co/0bLMPQEB
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
A South Korean "Zodiak," about the country's first serial killer. Easily streamable. Seongyong Cho's vivid review: http://t.co/0bLMPQEB

Groupon offers settlement for gift-card lawsuits

suntimes.com — BY SANDRA GUY Business Reporter sguy@suntimes.com Updated: Daily deals site Groupon has offered a settlement to customers who filed lawsuits claiming that their Groupons had unlawful and undisclosed expiration dates or restrictions on when the deals could be redeemed. The 17 lawsuits were consolidated and certified as a class action by a California judge last year.
Sandra Guy Business Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @sandraguy
#Groupon offers settlement for #gift-card lawsuits - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/RYQweGCs

Rahm Emanuel: Chicago teachers ‘deserve a pay raise’

suntimes.com — BY FRAN SPIELMAN City Hall Reporter fspielman@suntimes.com As Chicago Public Schools teachers prepare for an afternoon rally, Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Wednesday said they should get a pay raise. "Chicago teachers deserve a pay raise," Emanuel said. "They work very hard. Chicago schoolchildren do not deserve a strike.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Rahm Emanuel: Chicago teachers ‘deserve a pay raise’ - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/HBZlbkgT

Chicago Sun-Times owner Wrapports buys the Reader

suntimes.com — BY DAVID ROEDER Business Reporter Wrapports Inc., the owners the Chicago Sun-Times, announced that it has acquired the Reader, an alternative weekly publication. The owners of the Chicago Sun-Times said Wednesday that they have acquired the Chicago Reader, bringing an enduring part of the alternative press under the same corporate umbrella as daily and weekly papers that span the Chicago region.
Sandra Guy Business Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @sandraguy
It's official - #Chicago Sun-Times owner Wrapports buys the #Reader - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/o146V9XO

Macy’s partners with Chinese online retailer

suntimes.com — ASSOCIATED PRESS Macy's Inc. said Wednesday that it acquired a stake in the operator of a Chinese online retailer, which will start selling some of the department store chain's private label merchandise next spring. Macy's said it had invested $15 million in VIPStore Co., which operates omei.com, a newly established online retailer in China.
Sandra Guy Business Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @sandraguy
#Macy’s partners with #Chinese online retailer - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/BvuxUONN

Gangsters, renegades and rebels

blogs.suntimes.com — Today looks to be a day of renegades and gangsters from the start, with "Killing Them Softly" by Andrew Dominik, the second American film to premier in competition, first thing in the morning. The all-male cast is headlined by Brad Pitt, who also starred in the director's Oscar-nominated "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford.
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
Big day at Cannes. Gangster movie with Brad Pitt and Ray Liotta. Berlolucci's first film in 10 years. Barb Scharres: http://t.co/S8VeHFRc

Postal Service ranks Chicago No. 11 for dog attacks

suntimes.com — Los Angeles topped the list with 83 dog attacks on postal workers last year. Chicago tied with Philadelphia. Chicago Postmaster Karen Schenck says letter carriers often hear,"Don't worry. My dog won't bite" - right before they are attacked.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
L.A. is worse? - Postal Service ranks Chicago No. 11 for dog attacks http://t.co/HVd9amVq

Chicago the nation’s fifth-friendliest to bicyclists

suntimes.com — BY FRANCINE KNOWLES Business Reporter fknowles@suntimes.com Traffic moves eastbound along the new bike path on Kinzie St. between Orleans and Wells during morning rush hour Thursday, June 23, 2011. | Ernie Torres~Sun-Times Updated: Chicago ranks fifth among the 50 most bike-friendly cities in the country and has jumped five rungs from its last ranking, according to Bicycling magazine's 2012 list.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Chicago's bike friendly, sure. http://t.co/KRfIJTck But @carolmarin notes cyclists, peds, drivers are crummy playmates. http://t.co/7zecxKPi
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Chicago may be bike friendly, http://t.co/KRfIJTck but Marin notes that cyclists, peds and drivers don't play welll.http://bit.ly/Jm1w9q

Maxim’s Hot 100 list has sports flavor

suntimes.com — 95. Layla El (WWE Diva) Updated: Kate Upton may have been No. 1 on this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition cover, but to Maxim readers, she's only No. 39. Upton came in 39th in Maxim's Hot 100 list. Check out the "sports" figures on Maxim's hot list, including No.
Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
RT @Suntimes: Maxim's Hot 100 list has a distinct sports flavor. And, the No. 1 choice might surprise you. http://t.co/BRIeRccV

‘Extraordinary job’ for summit by host committee executive director

suntimes.com — Lori Healey knows what it's like to fall off a horse, dust herself off, get back in the saddle and ride to glory. She has done it - literally ­ - falling off her sneezing horse during an equestrian competition a few years ago.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
She led the city's Olympic bid and lost. As local NATO Summit chief she won. But fmr.Daleyite Healey not talking..http://bit.ly/KO4EHr

Cubs’ young arms have chance to prove they belong on 2013 club

Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
#Cubs’ young arms have chance to prove they belong on 2013 club : http://t.co/2ZhMqem2

Bryan LaHair doesn’t get much of a day off

Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
#Cubs 1B Bryan LaHair doesn’t get much of a day off : http://t.co/HiC25dgt

White Sox 3B Brent Morel hopes to escape fate of Joe Crede

suntimes.com — BY JOE COWLEY jcowley@suntimes.com Joe Crede's back ruined him, and Brent Morel (above) already is having issues. | Tom Cruze~Sun-Times Updated: At this point last season, young White Sox third baseman Brent Morel would have embraced the comparisons to Joe Crede and worn them like a badge.
Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
Joe Cowley: #WhiteSox 3B Brent Morel hopes to escape fate of Joe Crede : http://t.co/riV73tJu

Cubs Tom Ricketts on defense over dad’s anti-Obama plan

suntimes.com — BY FRAN SPIELMAN City Hall Reporter/fspielman@suntimes.com Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts ponders a question about manager Lou Piniella, who announced that he will retire from coaching at the end of this season, during a baseball news conference at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, in Chicago.
Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
#Cubs Tom Ricketts on defense over dad’s anti-Obama plan : http://t.co/VqqFQUB6

Brandon Marshall in awe of former Broncos’ reunion with Bears

Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
Brandon Marshall in awe of former Broncos’ reunion with #Bears : http://t.co/uks8llPQ

Grieving White Sox torched by Twins as Gavin Floyd allows 9 runs

Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
Grieving #WhiteSox torched by Twins as Gavin Floyd allows 9 runs : http://t.co/xDnU7ZmR

Justin Bieber tour reaches Chicago Oct. 23-24

blogs.suntimes.com — Believe it or not, Justin Bieber is not only about to release his fourth album, he's about to kick off a North American tour -- which comes to the Chicago area Oct. 23-24 at the Allstate Arena. Bieber announced his tour plans today, a few weeks ahead of releasing "Believe," due June 19, featuring duets with Drake, Nicki Minaj, Big Sean and Ludacris.
Thomas Conner Pop Music Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @chicagosmusic
Fever spike: Justin Bieber tour announced, in Chicago Oct. 23-24. http://t.co/ydCJieqr Tickets on sale June 2.

Business Articles by David Roeder of the Chicago Sun-Times

suntimes.com — Developer Steven Fifield wants to add a tower to the Gold Coast. He knows that will require tact and kid gloves. That's why Fifield said he has no rendering or definitive plans for the Jewel food store property at 1210 N. Clark. He said he ...
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Are land banks the best way to reinvent foreclosed, vacant property? Cook Co. Commish Bridget Gainer thinks so. http://t.co/nEupFZfw

Cubs Tom Ricketts on defense over dad’s anti-Obama plan

suntimes.com — BY FRAN SPIELMAN City Hall Reporter/fspielman@suntimes.com Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts ponders a question about manager Lou Piniella, who announced that he will retire from coaching at the end of this season, during a baseball news conference at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, in Chicago.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
RT @Suntimes: #Cubs' Tom Ricketts playing defense over dad’s anti-Obama plan http://t.co/4eza1ecU

Hey, drivers, bikers, walkers: Look out!

suntimes.com — BY CAROL MARIN cmarin@suntimes.com Pedestrians use the crosswalk at Kinzie and La Salle in 2009. | Sun-Times File Photo Updated: The guy on the bike zooming west on Webster on Tuesday never looked to his left. I don't think he even glanced at the light, which had long been red, as he zoomed through the intersection.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
True RT @donovansuntimes: - @CarolMarin notes cyclists, peds, drivers are crummy playmates. http://t.co/mzuT1n00
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Chicago's bike friendly, sure. http://t.co/KRfIJTck But @carolmarin notes cyclists, peds, drivers are crummy playmates. http://t.co/7zecxKPi
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Chicago may be bike friendly, http://t.co/KRfIJTck but Marin notes that cyclists, peds and drivers don't play welll.http://bit.ly/Jm1w9q
Carol Marin Political Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @CarolMarin
A rant! My Sun-Times Wed column! Go ahead, run me over! http://t.co/mH0W7Ypn

Chicago the nation’s fifth-friendliest to bicyclists

suntimes.com — BY FRANCINE KNOWLES Business Reporter fknowles@suntimes.com Traffic moves eastbound along the new bike path on Kinzie St. between Orleans and Wells during morning rush hour Thursday, June 23, 2011. | Ernie Torres~Sun-Times Updated: Chicago ranks fifth among the 50 most bike-friendly cities in the country and has jumped five rungs from its last ranking, according to Bicycling magazine's 2012 list.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Really want to be bike friendly? Pave some streets MT @suntimes: Chicago 5th on Bicycling's most bike-friendly cities. http://t.co/b29FZxvu

Making a point, but not the one they expected

suntimes.com — NEIL STEINBERG nsteinberg@suntimes.com Twitter: @NeilSteinberg Updated: As with any connoisseur of human folly, there's a special place in my heart for the Law of Unintended Consequences, which basically states that vanity alone leads people to believe the outcome of their actions will line up their intentions.
Neil Steinberg Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @NeilSteinberg
So what did the NATO protesters actually accomplish? Not what they thought they would. http://t.co/cJiziAQt

Sen. Mark Kirk meets with Poland's President Komorowski: First time at office since stroke

blogs.suntimes.com — Polish President Bronislaw Komorowski meeting with Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.)Tuesday at his Chicago office. (photo courtesy Embassy of Poland) Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) returned to his office Tuesday for the first time since his stroke in January to meet with Poland's President, Bronislaw Komorowski.
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
MT @lynnsweet @SenatorKirk meets with Poland's President Komorowski: First time at office since stroke http://t.co/BZindC7x
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog Sen. Mark Kirk meets with Poland's President Komorowski: First time at office since stroke http://t.co/g8SpvYaz

One feared dead in Arlington Heights explosion

suntimes.com — SUN-TIMES MEDIA WIRE Firefighters on the scene of an explosion in Arlington Heights Tuesday, May 22, 2012. | Al Podgorski~Sun-Times Updated: One person is missing and believed dead following an explosion in a large warehouse in northwest suburban Arlington Heights. Firefighters responded about 8:30 a.m.
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
RT @Suntimes: UPDATE: One dead, 10 injured in Arlington Heights explosion http://t.co/ypMEusa0
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
RT @Suntimes: UPDATE: One dead, 10 injured in Arlington Heights explosion http://t.co/ypMEusa0
Matthew Keys Deputy Social Media Editor, Reuters @ProducerMatthew
Update... RT @Suntimes: One feared dead in Arlington Heights explosion http://t.co/ep6KMYNG

Police: Motorcyclist thrown from Eisenhower onto Kennedy in fatal crash

suntimes.com — Sun-Times Media Wire A biker was killed when he was thrown from his motorcycle on the Eisenhower Expressway and landed on the Kennedy Expressway Tuesday night at the Circle Interchange in the South Loop, police said.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @Suntimes: Police: Motorcyclist thrown from Eisenhower onto Kennedy in fatal crash. http://t.co/Q8GMRLaF

A.J. Pierzynski has been great, but he might not be back in 2013

Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
RT @ChrisDeLuca: #WhiteSox catcher A.J. Pierzynski has been great, but he might not return in 2013 http://t.co/oZDbTHfi
Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
#WhiteSox catcher A.J. Pierzynski has been great, but he might not return in 2013 http://t.co/oZDbTHfi
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Not a fan, but respect work ethic RT @Suntimes: #Whitesox A.J. Pierzynski taking better care of himself, and it shows. http://t.co/dip0mN9n

State Senate rejects anti-bullying bill amid conservative fears it is ‘pro-homosexual’

suntimes.com — BY CHRISTOPHER WILLS Associated Press Updated: SPRINGFIELD - A push to make Illinois schools adopt more detailed policies to prevent bullying fell short Tuesday in the state Senate amid concerns that its real purpose was to lecture students on embracing homosexuality.
David McKinney Springfield Bureau Chief, Chicago Sun-Times @davemckinney123
State Senate rejects anti-bullying bill amid conservative fears it is ‘pro-homosexual’ - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/erUQ3js2

Meter-cheating fix heads to Gov. Quinn’s desk

suntimes.com — BY CHRIS FUSCO AND DAVE MCKINNEY Staff Reporters Updated: Legislation crafted to end the widespread abuse of disabled-parking placards by able-bodied drivers in metered zones throughout Chicago is headed to Gov. Pat Quinn's desk. The bill - filed by state Rep.
David McKinney Springfield Bureau Chief, Chicago Sun-Times @davemckinney123
Meter-cheating fix heads to Gov. Quinn’s desk - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/WYienL7a

State Senate rejects anti-bullying bill amid conservative fears it is ‘pro-homosexual’

suntimes.com — BY CHRISTOPHER WILLS Associated Press Updated: SPRINGFIELD - A push to make Illinois schools adopt more detailed policies to prevent bullying fell short Tuesday in the state Senate amid concerns that its real purpose was to lecture students on embracing homosexuality.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
State Senate rejects anti-bullying bill amid conservative fears it is ‘pro-homosexual’ - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/qR1bDLP1

Study says Chicago traffic congestion actually got better

suntimes.com — By Lauren FitzPatrick Sun-Times Media lfitzpatrick@suntimes.com Updated: So the economy's lousy and gas costs a fortune. At least Chicago commuters sit in less traffic, according to a new report on America's worst roadway congestion.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Study says Chicago traffic congestion actually got better (My take: Drivers got worse.) - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/VheAqfQ3

Buy your city sticker online, win a prize

Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Buy your city sticker online, win a prize - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/1wFADNoq

Quinn calls indicted state rep’s awarding of tuition waivers ‘one more blot’ on the program

suntimes.com — BY DAVE MCKINNEY Springfield bureau chief Illinois Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) | SETH PERLMAN~AP Updated: SPRINGFIELD - Gov. Pat Quinn Tuesday called indicted state Rep. Derrick Smith's decision to award nearly $185,000 worth of tuition waivers last week "very disappointing" and reiterated plans to sign legislation to abolish what he has called a "political scholarship" program.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Quinn calls indicted state rep’s awarding of tuition waivers ‘one more blot’ on the program - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/Uy7RrHaG

Quinn calls indicted state rep’s awarding of tuition waivers ‘one more blot’ on the program

suntimes.com — BY DAVE MCKINNEY Springfield bureau chief Illinois Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) | SETH PERLMAN~AP Updated: SPRINGFIELD - Gov. Pat Quinn Tuesday called indicted state Rep. Derrick Smith's decision to award nearly $185,000 worth of tuition waivers last week "very disappointing" and reiterated plans to sign legislation to abolish what he has called a "political scholarship" program.
David McKinney Springfield Bureau Chief, Chicago Sun-Times @davemckinney123
Quinn calls indicted state rep’s awarding of tuition waivers ‘one more blot’ on the program - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/TpNqSJ2s

Quicker warnings coming on Lake Michigan safety

suntimes.com — BY LISA DONOVAN Staff Reporter ldonovan@suntimes.com Beach lovers will find out faster ever than before this summer if it's safe to take a dip in Lake Michigan, as the Chicago Park District improves its measuring procedures. With the beach season kicking off Friday, the city announced it is phasing out an old system that relied on testing E.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Clean water watch: Swimmers will see fewer bans, more advisories at Chicago beaches - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/xbiS0xSG

Watchdogs: West Side legislator handed out scholarships even after indictment

suntimes.com — THE WATCHDOGS: Under federal indictment for bribery and facing the possibility of being booted out of the Illinois House, state Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) has awarded nearly $185,000 in legislative scholarships for next fall, state records show.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @fuscochris: Another @davemckinney123 scoop: W. Side legislator handed out scholarships even after indictment: http://t.co/KECgfkrY

Police to get free White Sox tickets as thanks for NATO work

suntimes.com — White Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf announced Tuesday that all sworn Chicago officers will receive two complimentary tickets to one of 10 select games this season. He called the police "true Chicago heroes." The team also plans to honor police officers during Wednesday's game at U.S. Cellular Field against the Minnesota Twins.
Mike Flannery Reporter, Fox Chicago @PoliticalEditor
RT @ChicagosMayor: Thanks to the @whitesox for giving our officers free tickets. http://t.co/HYs3X5ry via @Suntimes

House OKs bill to allow recording police

heraldnews.suntimes.com — The bill was passed by a 71-45 margin after a previous attempt to decriminalize audio recordings of police failed in March. The current measure, again sponsored by Rep. Elaine Nekritz, (D-Northbrook), heads back to the Senate, where it needs 30 votes to pass. Rep.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @suntimes: Illinois House votes 71-45 to pass bill allowing audio recordings of police. http://t.co/IWCmIhHY #journalism

Chicago man pleads guilty to trespassing - on Mount Rushmore

suntimes.com — Patrick Marshall was arrested Monday afternoon as he clambered onto loose rock directly below the carvings of four presidents at the monument in western South Dakota. Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark Salter says 53-year-old Marshall pleaded guilty to the federal charges Tuesday. A federal magistrate in Pierre, S.D., fined Marshall $500 and ordered him to pay $50 in court costs.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
Nicholas Cage movie homage? Chicago man pleads guilty to trespassing — on Mount Rushmore http://t.co/kkKzybne

NATO 3 protesters being held in isolation, lawyer says

suntimes.com — BY RUMMANA HUSSAIN Criminal Courts Reporter rhussain@suntimes.com Attorney's Michael Duetsch and Thomas Durkin talk to the press about their clients charges and living conditions in the Cook County Jail system. Tuesday, May 22, 2012. | Brian Jackson~Chicago Sun-Times.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
NATO 3 protesters being held in isolation, lawyer says - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/kjDJuYWP #nato #nonato #nato3

Obama Joplin High School graduation speech: "May God bless the Class of 2012" Transcript

blogs.suntimes.com — THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 21, 2012 REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AT THE JOPLIN HIGH SCHOOL COMMENCEMENT Missouri Southern State University Joplin, Missouri 8:40 P.M. CDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. (Applause.) Thank you, everybody. Please have a seat. A few people I want to acknowledge.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @lynnsweet: Obama Joplin High School graduation speech: "May God bless the Class of 2012" Transcript http://t.co/9eJgNIsw
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog Obama Joplin High School graduation speech: "May God bless the Class of 2012" Transcript http://t.co/k56Hy2Km

The story of a dog named Stanley

blogs.suntimes.com — nbsp &nbsp &nbspDavid Lavery writes about the nature writer Loren Eiseley: &nbsp In All the Strange Hours, as he watches growing packs of wild dogs prowling along Market Street in Philadelphia, Eiseley imagines that the takeover is very far advanced and that the very same dogs he watches may even outlive their masters and "still be waiting when the first wild oak bursts through the asphalt of Market Street.
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
The story of a dog named Stanley. This got to me. http://t.co/op5oA7J6

Watchdogs: West Side legislator handed out scholarships even after indictment

suntimes.com — THE WATCHDOGS: Under federal indictment for bribery and facing the possibility of being booted out of the Illinois House, state Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) has awarded nearly $185,000 in legislative scholarships for next fall, state records show.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Watchdogs: West Side legislator handed out scholarships even after indictment - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/ChQSIMde

House OKs bill to allow recording police

suntimes.com — The bill was passed by a 71-45 margin after a previous attempt to decriminalize audio recordings of police failed in March. The current measure, again sponsored by Rep. Elaine Nekritz, (D-Northbrook), heads back to the Senate, where it needs 30 votes to pass. Rep.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
House OKs bill to allow recording police - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/1lqgwmO2

Illinois congressional delegation speaks at the level of high school juniors, study finds

suntimes.com — BY ANDREW MALONEY Sun-Times Springfield Bureau apmaloney@suntimes.com Updated: Members of Congress can be wordy. But just how smart are their speeches? An analysis released Monday shows that Rep. Danny K. Davis has the most intricate speeches of Illinois members of Congress, with an average grade level nearly that of a college sophomore.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Illinois congressional delegation speaks at the level of high school juniors, study finds - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/JTVieVf5

NATO 3 protesters being held in isolation, lawyer says

suntimes.com — BY RUMMANA HUSSAIN Criminal Courts Reporter rhussain@suntimes.com Attorney's Michael Duetsch and Thomas Durkin talk to the press about their clients charges and living conditions in the Cook County Jail system. Tuesday, May 22, 2012. | Brian Jackson~Chicago Sun-Times.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
NATO 3 protesters being held in isolation, lawyer says - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/2jIIxHqE

Gibson selected to USA Basketball Men's Select Team

blogs.suntimes.com — Bulls forward Taj Gibson was one of 13 players named to the 2012 USA Basketball Men's Select Team that will compete against Team USA during a six-day July training camp in Las Vegas, Nev.
Neil Hayes Sportswriter, Chicago Sun-Times @bynhayes
#Bulls Taj Gibson named to USA Men's Select Team. See: http://t.co/tgsHVJHk

Zuckerberg sings the Facebook Song

blogs.suntimes.com — nbsp Thanks for the link to Jana J. Monji! &nbsp
Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
Mark Zuckerberg sings the Facebook Song. http://t.co/47uwsyEX

Google closes on Motorola Mobility acquisition; Woodside new CEO

suntimes.com — BY SANDRA GUY Business Reporter sguy@suntimes.com Updated: NEW YORK - Google Inc. on Tuesday completed its $12.5 billion acquisition of phone maker Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. and said it has appointed a Google executive as the new CEO of the business. Dennis Woodside, previously president of Google's Americas region, is Motorola's new CEO.
Sandra Guy Business Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @sandraguy
Are #layoffs in the offing? Google closes on #Motorola #Mobility acquisition; Woodside new CEO - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/fKJzH4vQ

West Side legislator kept handing out scholarships even after being indicted

suntimes.com — THE WATCHDOGS: Under federal indictment for bribery and facing the possibility of being booted out of the Illinois House, state Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) has awarded nearly $185,000 in legislative scholarships for next fall, state records show.
Natasha Korecki Federal Courts Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @natashakorecki
West Side legislator Derrick Smith kept handing out controversial scholarships after indictment - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/Z5ObAUkN

Illinois congressional delegation speaks at the level of high school juniors, study finds

suntimes.com — BY ANDREW MALONEY Sun-Times Springfield Bureau apmaloney@suntimes.com Updated: Members of Congress can be wordy. But just how smart are their speeches? An analysis released Monday shows that Rep. Danny K. Davis has the most intricate speeches of Illinois members of Congress, with an average grade level nearly that of a college sophomore.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @suntimes: Illinois congressional delegation speaks at the level of high school juniors, study finds. http://t.co/O48TNvmd

West Side legislator kept handing out scholarships even after being indicted

suntimes.com — THE WATCHDOGS: Under federal indictment for bribery and facing the possibility of being booted out of the Illinois House, state Rep. Derrick Smith (D-Chicago) has awarded nearly $185,000 in legislative scholarships for next fall, state records show.
Jim Geraghty Campaign Correspondent, National Review @jimgeraghty
Chicago state rep hands out $185K in public funds 10 weeks after federal indictment for bribery: http://t.co/Fx8hUedS

‘Dancing With the Stars” finalists score big on eve of the award

suntimes.com — LORI RACKL: At season's end, all three have the moves, but Katherine Jenkins can't compete with Donald Driver or William Levy for a powerful life story.
Lori Rackl TV Critic and Travel Writer, Chicago Sun-Times @lorirackl
#DWTS finalists' performances Monday night are further proof that this is the most competitive season yet: http://t.co/ROvyuzJT

Matt Garza not himself as Cubs fall to Astros

Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
Matt Garza not himself as reeling #Cubs fall to #Astros http://t.co/Re3sSPMf

Cruel hoax: Call to officer’s wife wrongly claims he was killed

suntimes.com — BY FRANK MAIN AND NATASHA KORECKI Staff Reporters Hackers have obtained the names and star numbers of every Chicago Police officer, a police source said. | Dan Luedert~Sun-Times Media Updated: In a cruel hoax, someone called a Chicago police supervisor's wife on Monday and said her husband had been shot to death - although he hadn't, a police source said.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Cruel hoax: Call to officer’s wife wrongly claims he was killed - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/1s2s3iZD

Illinois congressional delegation speaks at the level of high school juniors, study finds

suntimes.com — BY ANDREW MALONEY Sun-Times Springfield Bureau apmaloney@suntimes.com Updated: Members of Congress can be wordy. But just how smart are their speeches? An analysis released Monday shows that Rep. Danny K. Davis has the most intricate speeches of Illinois members of Congress, with an average grade level nearly that of a college sophomore.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Illinois congressional delegation speaks at the level of high school juniors, study finds - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/ZOHmxcYs

Sigh of relief: City survives NATO Summit

suntimes.com — MARK BROWN: Wheels up. NATO is gone. Sighs of relief all around. No party for the Secret Service, though Mayor Rahm Emanuel took the summit press corps bowling. Emanuel probably wasn't among those sighing. He took a big political risk by bringing the NATO Summit here.
Lisa Donovan Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @donovansuntimes
Sigh of relief: City survives NATO Summit - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/qdpRZ4sw

Though losing streak hits seven, Cubs brass staying the course

Chris De Luca Sports Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @ChrisDeLuca
Though losing streak hits seven, #Cubs brass staying the course http://t.co/prAvNbFH

Obama on NATO Summit: ‘Chicago performed magnificently’

Abdon M. Pallasch Political Reporter, Chicago Sun-Times @cst_pallasch
Obama on the protesters: NATO protects free speech http://t.co/VUedzhHc #NATOSummit

President Obama official schedule and guidance, May 22, 2012

blogs.suntimes.com — HE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2012 DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2012 On Tuesday, the President has no public events scheduled.
Lynn Sweet Washington Bureau Chief and Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times @lynnsweet
Sweet blog President Obama official schedule and guidance, May 22, 2012 http://t.co/NUOMCb2K

The best damned film list of them all

blogs.suntimes.com — Now, however, it is that time in the Wheel of the Decades when I make out the one single list of interest to me. Every 10 years, the ancient and venerable British film magazine, Sight & Sound, polls the world's directors, movie critics, and assorted producers, cinematheque operators and festival directors, etc., to determine the Greatest Films of All Time.
Tony Paley Film Writer, Guardian @tpaleyfilm
2012 @SightSoundMag poll countdown: @ebertchicago [Roger Ebert] on 'The best damned film list of them all' http://t.co/NPvIqc6p

Illinois lawmakers kill scandal-tainted scholarship perk

suntimes.com — BY DAVE MCKINNEY AND ANDREW MALONEY Staff Reporters dmckinney@suntimes.com State Senator Annazette R. Collins in her campaign office at 2413 W. Madison st. Thursday, March 8, 2012. | Rich Hein~Sun-Times Updated: Illinois lawmakers have killed a scandal-ridden legislative scholarship program after years of debate and reports of abuses.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @Suntimes: Illinois House votes 79-32 to abolish scandal-ridden legislative scholarship program. http://t.co/n1EuvVMV

Medicaid proposal makes nearly $1.4 billion in cuts

suntimes.com — By Carla K. Johnson Illinois moved closer to drastic Medicaid cuts Monday with proposed legislation that could excise nearly $1.4 billion from the state's program by shrinking benefits, such as regular adult dental care, and cutting payments to most hospitals and nursing homes. The measure, backed by Gov.
Carla K. Johnson Medical Writer, Associated Press @CarlaKJohnson
Medicaid bill filed in Illinois. Nearly $1.4B in cuts. Spares safety-net hospitals. My story for AP. http://t.co/efKrYbxF #twill

iPad app gives voice to Libertyville boy

newssun.suntimes.com — By Beth Kramer ekramer@stmedianetwork.com Libertyville Friday 05.18.12. Woodland student Andrew Reeves has some fun with his dad Andrew while using his iPad at their home on Friday, May 18, 2012, in Libertyville. Youngster Andrew received the Infinitec North Technology Achievement Award for his use of assistive technology.
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
iPad app gives voice to Libertyville boy http://t.co/0BX3FMsc

For Emanuel, risk hosting summit ‘will pay off’

Roger Ebert Film Critic, Chicago Sun-Times @ebertchicago
RT @Suntimes: For Mayor Rahm Emanuel, risk of hosting #NATOSummit 'will pay off' http://t.co/97Mf82RJ
Craig Newman Media Desk Editor, Chicago Sun-Times @craignewman
RT @Suntimes: For Mayor Rahm Emanuel, risk of hosting #NATOSummit 'will pay off' http://t.co/R0ONKa6k

Illinois lawmakers kill scandal-tainted scholarship perk

suntimes.com — The House voted 79-32 to do away with the tuition-waiver program this fall. The legislation, already approved by the Senate, now goes to Gov. Pat Quinn, who backs the measure and has said he will sign it. For a century, Illinois lawmakers have given themselves the perk of being able to hand out college scholarships.
David McKinney Springfield Bureau Chief, Chicago Sun-Times @davemckinney123
Illinois lawmakers kill scandal-tainted scholarship perk - Chicago Sun-Times: http://t.co/z831wpK9