The way folks in Chicago like to tell it, Thomas Ricketts bleeds Cubbie blue.

Apple Inc. may be gearing up for a phone fight with one its most distinguished alums.

Kirsten Gillibrand is it. The new U.S. Senator from New York. The upstate Congresswoman is widely viewed as smart, tough and an up-and-comer. She is also anti-gun control, which may open her to primary challenges from more liberal Democrats next year.

Scott Rudin may be regretting his decision to abandon The Reader after yesterday’s Academy Award nominations, which put up the film for five awards, including best picture, best director and leading actress.