NY Magazine: Chuy Garcia is Chicago’s Bill de Blasio
As the runoff election to determine who will be the next mayor of Chicago grows near, New York Magazine has proclaimed that challenger Jesus “Chuy” Garcia is the Windy City’s Bill de Blasio.
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Another Biden Staffer Graduates to the Oval Office
Yet another staffer has moved from the media, then to Vice President Biden’s staff, and now on to Obama’s office.
Browns Ask out of ‘Hard Knocks,’ Johnny Manziel Likely out of Rehab in April
The Cleveland Browns have announced that they fully expect troubled quarterback Johnny Manziel to be released from rehab in time to participate in the offseason workouts scheduled to begin at the end of April.
Barney Frank Slams Joe Biden as Lecherous Gaffemeister
Former New York Congressman Barney Frank recently slammed Vice President Joe Biden, saying he “lacks discipline” and criticized him for constantly fondling women.
Police in Michigan Report ‘Meth Waste Popping Up Like Spring Flowers’
Police in Calhoun County, Michigan, are reporting that as snow melts in local wooded areas, methamphetamine dump sites are “popping up like spring flowers.”
Obama Justice Dept. Floats New Plan to Push Banks to Inform on Customers
Obama’s Department of Justice has announced new plans to give banks more power to inform on customers’ “nefarious activity” and trigger immediate investigations by federal or local authorities.
Hillary Clinton Tests Campaign Themes: ‘Working Together,’ Income Inequality
Hillary Clinton is testing out a pair of campaign themes ahead of her likely entry into the 2016 race for the White House. One theme is a bow to the attack she is getting from left-wing Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Obama National Security Advisor Susan Rice Falls for Internet Hoax
Obama’s National Security Advisor, Susan Rice, fell for a social media hoax on Monday, posting that a famous Nigerian writer had died that day. But in fact, the author died two years ago.
Helsinki Slugger: Famed Louisville Bat Maker Sold
The nation’s most iconic baseball bat manufacturer has been sold to a Finland-based company for $70 million.
13 Wounded, 4 Dead over the Weekend in Chicago
Even the cold weather didn’t depress the violence in Chicago this weekend. Over the chilly weekend, 13 were wounded and 4 died. Among those killed in the region was an Indiana father of two who died from a stabbing.
Seven Children Die in Brooklyn House Fire, Worst Since 2007
The failure of a hotplate was the cause of a tragic fire that took the lives of seven Brooklyn children, the worst such tragedy in New York City since 2007.
‘Boston Globe’ Runs FOUR Sunday Op-Eds Demanding Warren Run Against Hillary
The left seems desperate to have someone, anyone, challenge Hillary Clinton in the Democratic primary. The Boston Globe published no fewer than four op-eds in the same Sunday edition clamoring for Sen. Elizabeth Warren to challenge Hillary for the 2016 nomination.
Former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley Positions Himself to Challenge Hillary
Maryland’s former Democrat Governor Martin O’Malley has been making all the moves necessary to present himself as a sensible alternative to Hillary Clinton for the Democrat nomination for President in 2016, but by some accounts he has yet to make much headway towards his goal.
Energy Producers Sue Obama Admin over New Fracking Regulations
Only an hour after the Obama administration released new rules for hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, the oil and natural gas industry had a response to the rules.
MLB Adds Drama by Starting All 162nd Games Simultaneously
Major League Baseball hopes to add a bit more drama and uncertainty to the playoffs by scheduling all of the final games at the same time.
Authorities Suggest No Foul Play in Mississippi Hanging
On March 19, an African-American man was found hanging from a tree in Mississippi spurring fears over the long history of racial strife in the Magnolia State. But by Friday, authorities were reporting that no foul play is suspected in the man’s death.
Prosecutors Unsure of What Charges to Bring After Baby Cut from Mother’s Womb and Dies
The shocking story of a baby cut from the womb of a Colorado woman started after the pregnant mother saw a Craigslist ad supposedly selling used baby clothing.
Union Slams Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel in Campaign Ad
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has unexpectedly found himself in the political battle of his life with a whole host of important sectors of the electorate lining up against his re-election. Now, a powerful union has launched a brutal ad slamming the mayor over his record.
Body of Missing WSJ Reporter Found in New Jersey River
The body of a Wall Street Journal reporter who has been missing for 14 months was found this week frozen in a New Jersey river, authorities report.
Report: Michelle Obama’s Brother Left Oregon State’s Basketball Program a Wreck
First Lady Michelle Obama’s brother, Craig Robinson, relieved of his duties last season as Oregon State University’s head coach, left behind serious damage that lingers long after his departure.
Starbucks CEO Defends ‘Race Together’ Campaign Despite Criticism
After taking heavy criticism for directing employees to begin hectoring customers about racism, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz defended his “Race Together” program, saying “we must do more” to discuss racism in America.
Syracuse Head Coach Jim Boeheim Schedules Retirement
After an eight-year-long investigation into academic misconduct alleged to have been perpetrated by coaches, staffers, professors, and administrators at Syracuse University, the school has announced that head coach Jim Boeheim will retire in three years.
National Education Association Funds Protest Sign: ‘All Cops Are Bastards’
On Wednesday, members of a Wisconsin group backed by the National Education Association (NEA) were caught on video toting a hateful banner charging that “all cops are bastards” at a protest in Madison.
Chicago Mayor Emanuel Desperate for Help from Republicans for Re-election
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has been one of the more famously partisan left-wingers in recent memory, but despite that reputation, he has been the happy recipient of millions in donations from Republicans in this political fight of his life. And desperate for support, Emanuel is turning to the city’s small GOP contingent to regain office.
UNC Settles with Whistleblower for $335K
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has agreed to pay $335,000 to a former employee to settle a lawsuit she brought against the school after facing what she claimed was retaliation for whistleblowing on lax academic standards for athletes.
