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Cold? Really, it’s warmer than ever
January 8, 2014Winters have been warming rapidly in the majority of the continental 48 states since 1970. And, take note Chicago and other Midwest readers: The coldest states are warming the fastest.
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Chicago People’s World gala heats up for Sunday
January 7, 2014The 26th Annual People's World/Mundo Popular gala promises a hot time in this freezing town!
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Today in labor history: Author Zora Neale Hurston is born
January 7, 2014On this day in 1891, Zora Neale Hurston, novelist and folklorist, was born. She is seen as one of the most important black writers in American history.
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House GOP draining $600 million a week from economy
January 7, 2014"It is fiscally irresponsible not to extend unemployment benefits. The long-run cost to the taxpayers will be much higher from disconnecting people from the labor market."
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Yellen confirmed as Federal Reserve chief
January 7, 2014"We applaud President Obama and the Senate for making sure the most talented and experienced person takes over," said AFL-CIO president Richard Trumka.
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