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Breaking the Silence of Domestic Violence: A New Me Foundation

Chicago Talks, December 27, 2011

Felicia Simpson said she was 24 when a boyfriend threw a beer bottle at her…

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With A New Alderman, Uptown Still Struggles with Gang Violence and Crime

Chicago Talks, December 22, 2011

It was a late afternoon in Uptown. As commuters started to make their way home…

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Northwest Mental Health Clinic Slated to Close

Chicago Talks, December 21, 2011

Northwest Mental Health Clinic will close next year along with five other city-run facilities across…

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Toys for Kids Giveaway in Englewood

Chicago Talks, December 14, 2011

  Toys will be Distribute to Kids by Governor Pat Quinn.Date; Saturday- December-17th-2011.Place-Ogden Park 6500…

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46th Ward Residents Despair Over Hotel Chateau At Town Hall

Chicago Talks, December 13, 2011

Neighbors despair as crime increases in the 46th Ward, particularly surrounding Hotel Chateau, at 3838 North Broadway. The single room occupancy hotel offers residency to a varied clientele including those released from prison, mental health patients and others receiving social services.

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Catalyst Charts Replacement Schools and School Closings

Chicago Talks, December 13, 2011

The story of school closings and replacement schools can be seen very clearly in the…

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Artisanal Food Gifts Abundant at the Logan Square Winter Farmers Market

Chicago Talks, December 11, 2011

Scoop up farm fresh holiday gifts when you visit the Logan Square Indoor Farmers Market. Enjoy sipping hot chocolate and listening to live music as you browse. The Farmers Market is from 10 AM – 2 PM every Sunday at the Congress Theater at 2135 N Milwaukee Ave.

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Residents Reluctant to Accept Speed Cameras

Chicago Talks, December 7, 2011

Some Chicago residents are not buying what Mayor Rahm Emanuel said about the reasons behind installing new speed cameras in Chicago.

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Opinion

  • Chicago’s influential music scene doesn’t get the respect it deserves 
    by Zoey Hill-Hernandez
  • Lost in translation: ‘I would see everyone else writing while I just stared blankly at my paper’
    by Cynthia Alaniz
  • ‘It felt like something was gnawing at my heart’; Columbia student copes with illness of a lifetime
    by Morgan Bruner
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Arts and Culture

  • 23 years later, Mazzy Star’s masterpiece album still casts a spell
    by Triniti Waxman
  • Queer Chicago designer finds niche dressing drag performers
    by Seng Xiong
  • From dorm room to mainstage, Phat Dragon built a comedy cult following 
    by Ava Simone Forster
  • Great Ideas of Humanity exhibit showcases famous quotes made visual 
    by Sh'Mara Chism
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Feature

  • Hairstylist helps clients embrace their own beauty, rather than copy someone else’s 
  • Care for Real food pantry serves North Siders as need grows 
  • Cuddle Bunny: Where visitors can chill out with a furry friend 
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