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CHICAGO — When Chicago last hosted the Democratic National Convention in 1996, Mayor Richard M. Daley played the role of deep-pocketed Johnny Appleseed. He went on a patented Daley planting

While some have predicted economic returns of $150 million or more, economists predict that those numbers are inflated. Last time the Democratic National Convention came to Chicago, the city spent $60 million to prep for the event.

Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, who belongs on anyone’s shortlist of great new American writers, specializes in tales of acceptable violence: How much do we endure?

Ald. Walter Burnett, expected to be confirmed today, will "bring city government to the people" as Johnson's community representative. He'll also get money for a staff.

LG Development is selling the Jax building in West Loop, and a joint venture between D2 Realty and Wood Partners is selling the Alta Grand Central downtown.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is officially opening its fourth Lubbock location Thursday in the southwest part of the city.

MOSES LAKE - The hunt for a wanted felony assault suspect in Moses Lake is over.

Police said the area is near Ray Street,

As Chicago prepares for the 2024 Democratic convention, Mayor Brandon Johnson will face questions about how much he can and should spend to get the cash-strapped city ready.

Boosters predict a $150 million economic return for Chicago hosting the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Similar estimates have been overblown.