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Breakout influencer of 2011 shares her unique thoughts on social media, business.
Pizza chain emerges from Post-Katrina New Orleans to change the way we look at pizza, fast-casual.
The Executive Vice President of Edelman Digital shares thoughts on Facebook's game changer and more.
Two class clowns get the last laugh, create fiercely loyal brand community.
A wife, mother of three and world waterskiing champion looks at the world through the eyes of her faith.
The Red Thread is written for that special tribe: adoptive families and those who hope to be.
An advocate against sexual trafficking and for victims, Holly Smith speaks out.
Contributions to the Communities Sports desk from readers.
Published 5:36 p.m. May 21, 2012
A North Carolina teacher has been suspended for telling a student that it was a criminal offense to criticize Obama. Why are some teachers so hostile to freedom of speech?
Published 11:32 a.m. May 11, 2012
President Obama "forgets" recession, parties with Hollywood's 1%. Beef cheek anyone?
Published 8:55 a.m. May 1, 2012
Even Arianna Huffington has called President Obama's bin Laden ad "despicable." The firestorm is just beginning.
Published 2:15 p.m. April 17, 2012
President Obama must take responsibility for the GSA and Secret Service sex scandals. Will he?
Published 9:03 a.m. April 9, 2012
Expressions of Easter around the world - even the gruesome crucifixion reenactments in the Philippines - show the enduring strength of Christianity in modern times.
Published 10:07 a.m. March 29, 2012
Former Defense Minister of the Illinois Black Panther Party Rep. Bobby Rush should apologize for his 'hoodie stunt' on the House floor. But he's not the only one who should apologize.
Published 2:45 p.m. February 29, 2012
It isn't just Democrats that need entitlement reform. Republicans do too. So Mitt and Rick, if you are watching, this one's for you.
Published 9:55 p.m. February 4, 2012
Christians are crying foul this week after Obama evoked the name of Jesus to argue for new taxes for the rich. Is nothing sacred?
Published 9:23 a.m. February 2, 2012
Mitt Romney may have won big in Florida this week. But Ron Paul's unconventional caucus state gamble is the real story. Will he succeed? Ask his supporters...
Published 12:25 a.m. January 9, 2012
Even Sarah Palin and Mitt Romney are giving Ron Paul and his supporters their due. Is the GOP establishment listening?
Published 11:35 p.m. December 7, 2011
Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich is going to the clink for 14 years - not because he was corrupt - but because he was stupid. That's the Chicago Way.
Published 10:48 a.m. November 25, 2011
This time next year, President Obama could be out of a job. Indeed, that would be something to be thankful for. Here's to the Turkey-In-Chief.
Published 12:06 a.m. November 9, 2011
A credibility gap hurts both sides of the political aisle in the attacks on Herman Cain. Who will it hurt more?
Published 3:35 p.m. October 31, 2011
On the plus side, costuming itself would not be that difficult. A poncho, a drum, and a $6 Guy Fawkes mask from the film, “V for Vendetta.”
Published 9:21 p.m. October 2, 2011
Chicago proves its reputation as the City of Big Shoulders as they are used to push Conservative Bill Kelly out of the way when he dares to question Mayor Rahm Emanuel