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Portraits, Books, Ornaments: Just In Time for the Holidays
Lots of people have heard of poetry slams — but what about a portrait slam?…
Chicagoans Stand Up in the Nation’s Capitol
Citizen reporter Shani Smith reports on Take Back the Capitol was a national call to action, which invited people from across the US to take a stand against economic inequalities.
46th Ward Residents Despair Over Hotel Chateau At Town Hall
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.
Fewer businesses planning holiday parties
Fewer businesses will hold holiday parties this year than at any time in nearly a quarter-century, according to a survey of corporate America’s holiday party plans.
Residents Reluctant to Accept Speed Cameras
Some Chicago residents are not buying what Mayor Rahm Emanuel said about the reasons behind installing new speed cameras in Chicago.
The Adventurers Club honors Chicago and world’s adventurers
The Adventurers Club is located at 714 South Dearborn, on the 6th floor of the Rowe Building, a historic building of Chicago. Thousands of adventurers who share the passion for travels and explorations are members of the club.
Ravenswood One Step Closer to Mariano’s Grocery Store
A proposed retail development that includes a Mariano’s Fresh Market grocery store on a Sears parking lot in Ravenswood is inching closer toward approval.