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Barack Obama at the University of Chicago Law School
The University of Chicago released an official statement on the role Barack Obama played when he worked at the University of Chicago Law School. Read the full, unedited text here.
Chicago Neighborhoods, Community Areas, Wards – Maps and FAQs
What is the difference between a Chicago neighborhood and a Chicago community area? What exactly are wards? Find answers, see maps, and more with this Chicago FAQ answer sheet.
Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic - History
Read a brief history of the famous Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic that has been taking place on Chicago's south side for more than 80 years.
Chicago's Neighborhood Farmers Markets - 2009 Schedule
Find hours, location, and schedules for Chicago's 2009 neighborhood farmers markets.
Obama Inauguration Day 2009 - Fast Facts
Find quick facts and details about Inauguration Day events for U.S. President-elect Barack Obama. Inauguration Day was January 20, 2009.
Barack Obama Speeches - Complete, Unedited Texts to Key Speeches
Find the complete, unedited texts to Barack Obama's top speeches, including the Obama speech from his Inauguration, Election Night, DNC 2004, and when he announced he would run for President.
Lincoln Bicentennial - Chicago Events and Things to Do
Find dates, times, and locations for Chicago events celebrating Abraham Lincoln's Bicentennial (200th) birthday.
President Barack Obama's Inauguration Speech
Read the complete, unedited text of President Barack Obama's speech at his Inauguration on January 20, 2009.
Obama Remarks at the Inauguration Concert
Read the complete, unedited text of President-Elect Barack Obama's speech at the Inauguration Concert.
Barack Obama's Election Night Speech
Read the full text of the speech President-Elect Barack Obama gave in Chicago the night he was elected President of the United States.
Barack Obama Speech at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
Read the complete, unedited text of Barack Obama's speech at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery on Memorial Day 2005.
Adler Planetarium's Statement on Obama-McCain Debate
Read the Adler Planetarium's statement in response to "the projector" comment in the October 7, 2008 Presidential debate between Barack Obama and John McCain.
National Prayer Service for President Obama
Find the date, time, location, and more for the 2009 Inauguration Prayer Service for President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden.
Top Walking Neighborhoods in Chicago
Chicago is a great city for walking and also for ditching your car and relying on public transportation. Find the top walkable Chicago neighborhoods here.