What happened to the world expo? Ford asked city for more than just pothole repair, The rise of Southcore, Metrolinx funding confusion and the changing face of Toronto's Clubland. Here are today's headlines. 

Not just potholes: Rob Ford asked city to cut grass, pave driveways before family business bash (The National Post)

Ottawa nixes Toronto's bid for 2025 world expo (Globe and Mail)

Residents remain skeptical on Metrolinx funding (Globe and Mail)

Tracking the rise of South Core (before and after photos) (BlogTO)

Bailao’s arrest followed time spent with casino lobbyists (The Star)

A kinder, gentler Clubland? (The Grid)