Has Rob Ford lost his grip?

A power play on the waterfront turned into a debacle. Is it a blip, or a genuine turning point for council independence? http://www.thestar.com/article/1058950

‘Because I am a Girl’ group finds boys matter, too

Plan International has controversially focused on the lives of girls in the developing world since 2007. But it has now turned its attention to boys. http://www.thestar.com/article/1054768

James: Rise up against city hall bullies

The Sept. 21 vote on the waterfront U-turn is an opportunity to challenge Rob Ford’s rule by fiat, Royson James writes. http://www.thestar.com/article/1051837

Burgers with a side of politics

Hundreds of Ford supporters gather in the gargantuan Etobicoke backyard of Mayor Rob Ford and Councillor Doug Ford’s mother for their annual barbecue. http://www.thestar.com/article/1048947