Politics

GOP Gubernatorial Candidate: Dan Rutherford

By Dustin Park

Dave McKinney profiles gubernatorial candidate and state treasurer Dan Rutherford. Rutherford was in a strong second place behind Bruce Rauner in the governor’s race when his campaign became embroiled in allegations from a former staffer, that have swamped his progress.

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Theater

Timeless ‘Joe Turner’s Come and Gone’ richly acted by Goodman Theatre's all-Chicago cast

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Movies and TV

Routine heist movie 'Cash Out' relies on Travolta's sturdy star power

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Woman dies in Bronzeville fire

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