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Little Village skate shop gives kids a place to hang out, learn a new sport

Chicago Talks, May 20, 2013

Jamie Duran had an epiphany one day at a family gathering: his life needed a…

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Opinion: Portrayals of Black Men in Sports Don’t Tell Real Story

Chicago Talks, May 20, 2013

No matter the year or the reception, the depiction of black men in sports movies…

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Elena Delle Donne joins Chicago Sky

Chicago Talks, May 3, 2013

Elena Delle Donne, 23, the Chicago Sky’s newest team member, met with press today at the John Hancock…

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Talk derby to me

Chicago Talks, March 5, 2013

[soundcloud url=”http://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/81166241″] You can’t get into the Batcave. That’s the informal name the skaters give…

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Late Call finds JaMarcus Russell with The Jets

Chicago Talks, February 2, 2013

If you didn’t think the NY Jets could get any worse, they’re ready to prove you wrong.

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The Curse of the Billy Goat: Fact or Fiction?

Chicago Talks, January 3, 2013

Thousands of fans poured into Wrigley Field on Oct. 6, 1945 to watch their beloved…

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Ticket Prices Make It Hard For Fans to See Favorite Artists

Chicago Talks, December 9, 2012

The most popular band in the United States is coming to Chicago. The concert is…

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Golden Gloves Champ Vickie Williams Talks Sport, Cop Career

Chicago Talks, November 28, 2012

Her face contorts with every impact. The heavy bag is strapped to the wall so…

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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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