Will Lurie stand in the way of a public bank?
Plus: Andrew Sean Greer's hilarious new novel, ribald glamour at 'Bohémienne,'
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Today's headlines:
After 10 years, advocates finally have a chance to make public bank a reality
By Ian Firstenberg
Just a vision in 2016, it's now coming before the voters. But will Mayor Lurie stand in the way?
Andrew Sean Greer: ‘Everything’s terrifying to me—even buying a stick of gum’
By Lou Fancher
When it comes to writing, the Pulitzer-winning author of hilarious new 'Villa Coco' knows to feel the fear and do it anyway.
Live Shots: ‘Bohémienne’ glows with ribaldry and glamour of Parisian cabaret
By Patty Riek and Jon Bauer
Enter the Montmartre underground at Palace Theater, with Le Mime, Le Titan, Pierrot, La Chanteuse, and more
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