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Blagojevich Testifies; Talks About His “Disco Look”

Chicago Talks, May 27, 2011

Many thought they’d never see the day former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich would take the…

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This DJ Makes Chicago His Castle

Chicago Talks, May 27, 2011

Four nights a week DJ Nick Castle hits the streets of Chicago to play not…

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Blagojevich Defense Takes the Stand

Chicago Talks, May 26, 2011

It appears former Gov. Rod Blagojevich could be taking the stand in his own defense…

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More people are inked despite tattoo risks

Chicago Talks, May 25, 2011

Brittany Queener of Lansing, Mich., received her first tattoo on her 18th birthday. It was…

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Fosco Park Revamp Falls Short for Some Community Members

Chicago Talks, May 24, 2011

The Chicago Park District and Ald. Bob Fioretti (2nd Ward) unveiled plans for a new Fosco…

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Political Activists Celebrate Pilsen and Little Village Civil Rights History

Chicago Talks, May 23, 2011

Pilsen and Little Village residents gathered last month to hear a series of panel discussions…

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Community

Small Biz Kicks Butt in North Center

Chicago Talks, May 20, 2011

From a furniture and appliance store that’s been open for 65 years, to a pet…

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Students Feel Safe Despite Everyblock’s Crime Stats

Chicago Talks, May 19, 2011

Jenni Snyder, 21, lives in one of Chicago’s new mixed-income housing developments called Roosevelt Square….

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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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