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Cellar-dwelling baseball teams unacceptable May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
With both Chicago baseball teams in last place, Mike North is already longing for Bears' season to begin. Until then, fans will have to be content with the Bulls and Blackhawks meeting their needs. North also looks back at about Sergio Garcia's $1.5-million meltdown in The Players Championship.
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Nekritz: Time to do the right thing over the easy thing May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Guest Columnist Elaine Nekritz: We cannot stay on this path, and that is why SB 1 is so important. It will save us more than $1 billion in our immediate pension payment, cut about $30 billion off our massive unfunded debt of nearly $100 billion and, over the next 30 years, reduce more than $150 billion off what we pay for pensions.
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Morrison: We must rethink old ideas about retirement May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Guest columnist Tom Morrison: With state Rep. Jeanne Ives, I've introduced House Bill 3303 that provides a clear path to modernize our pension systems by moving to a defined contribution plan. Private and public entities have embraced these plans because they are sustainable and better guarantee retirement security for all.
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Klickna: Coalition plan is fair, effective, constitutional May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Guest columnist Cinda Klickna: Even SB 1's backers don't claim it will survive a court challenge. Their reaction is, "Let's find out." That irresponsible approach to public policy caused the mess that Illinois is dealing with now. We have to be smart and pass constitutional bills.
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Electronic toilet features may bowl you over May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Q. I'm remodeling my bathroom and plan on installing a new toilet. My question: Do they make a toilet with bidet features?
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Noah shows Bulls he’s the ultimate leader May 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Joakim Noah's performance in Game 7 against the Brooklyn Nets ranks him high on the list as a terrific leader for the Chicago Bulls. Mike North wasn't thrilled when the Bulls selected Noah in the 2007 NBA draft, but North has changed his mind completely on this one.
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Ask the plumber: New kitchen sparks ‘Battle of the Bowls’ May 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Q. We're going to remodel our outdated kitchen and plan to install a cast-iron kitchen sink. I want a single-bowl sink that will be open and large for me to work in. My husband wants a double-bowl sink. He says it will be better for the garbage disposer and, later on, for resale value. Can you help us solve this disagreement?
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Knicks wake up the sleeping CelticsMay 3, 2013 12:00 AM
The New York Knicks made a colossal blunder when they woke up the Boston Celtics. Mike North predicts the Knicks will lose the series now, and he blames J.R. Smith and the Knicks for their decision to taunt the Celtics by wearing all-black clothing before Game 5 as the turning point in the first-round NBA playoff series.
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As pension debate heats up more, forum was timely start May 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Columnist Jim Slusher:The panelists and the audience at our recent forum on pensions proved it is possible to have a civil and engaging conversation about the topic. In any well-functioning democracy, that's a start.
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One night at the ballpark a hit for these White Sox fansApr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North gives a recap of what the winners of his contest thought about their experience at the White Sox game last Thursday. Daily Herald readers Jim Bowe, Mark Baumbach and Debbie Kaminski share their thoughts.
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Supreme Court saves our privacy; media sleeps Apr 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Columnist Nat Hentoff: I'd feared that the Fourth Amendment's protection of our personal privacy had nearly vanished. But on April 17, a majority of the Supreme Court, ruling in Missouri v. McNeely, remembered a fundamental liberty
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Caffeine can be safe if you don’t overdo it Apr 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Caffeine. Is it good or bad? We get this question all the time, but the answer really depends on your current state of health. A cup in the morning makes you feel more alert while satisfying the physical dependence you may acquire from drinking it daily. Most experts agree that a daily cup or two of coffee or tea is considered safe. Caffeine may not be suited for everyone though.
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Laundry rooms are moving up in the world Apr 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Q. To my wife's amazement, I'm moving our laundry station from the basement and building a laundry room in the area that used to be an open mudroom. Since this room is going to be in the living area, I want to make it fancy with built-in countertops. Can you give me any ideas on what type of laundry sink I should use?
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Bulls practice facility plan needs more for fans Apr 26, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Bulls want to build a $95 million entertainment complex near their proposed $25 million practice facility adjacent to the United Center. Mike North says team president Michael Reinsdorf might want to retract his decision to say "no" to allowing fans access to team practices. He also discusses the Miami Heat's one major flaw.
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Rose situation being badly mishandled Apr 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North thinks the handling of Derrick Rose's comeback from injury has started to unravel. The Chicago Bulls and Derrick need to be more forthcoming with information about why he isn't playing, North says. Is it simply because he isn't mentally ready?
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College hoops outlook brighter for state Apr 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North is pleased there is finally some positive movement in our state's big three basketball programs at Northwestern, De Paul and Illinois. He’s hoping they can all achieve some big things.
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Masters fortunate Woods didn’t win this time Apr 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North contends the luster of the Masters Tournaments was tarnished this past weekend by the Tiger Woods controversy. He's just happy Tiger didn't win because in North's sports world, this Master's win wouldn't have counted in his hunt against Jack Nicklaus.
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Looking for a little bathroom remodeling project Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Q. I'm a single woman and recently closed on my own home. The bathroom is nice, but I want my contractor to do a little remodeling. Please note that I can only afford some easy upgrades and space is limited.
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Snedeker has what it takes to win MastersApr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North picks his 2013 Masters winner as he talks a little about the toughness of the sport. He also reveals why he is a bad golfer, but wishes he could be a good one.
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Getting to the bottom of Sox fans’ complaintsApr 9, 2013 12:00 AM
What's it like for White Sox fans to attend a game? Mike North would like to find out, andhe's offering to take three fans with him to a Chicago White Sox game and find out what problems (if any) the fan experiences and why the attendance isn’t higher. If you'd like to join him, send an email to mike@northtonorth.com.
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