For about half of Chicago 's dwellers , losing out on the Olympics is welcome news . Olympic opponents prefer the city 's focus to be on schools and other needs . About 250 anti-Olympic protesters rallied outside Chicago 's City Hall this week . Comment:
For about half of Chicago 's dwellers , losing out on the Olympics is welcome news . Olympic opponents prefer the city 's focus to be on schools and other needs . About 250 anti-Olympic protesters rallied outside Chicago 's City Hall this week . Rio de Janeiro , Brazil , wins bid , making it the first South American host city .