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Informal Street Survey: Crime Down in Boystown

Chicago Talks, November 16, 2011

According to Everyblock—a website that tracks crime— Boystown is one of the safer areas of the city. Within a four-day period, the neighborhood had 10 crimes ranging from theft, vandalism and robberies.

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The Night Ministry to Open Emergency Shelter for Homeless Youth

Chicago Talks, December 23, 2010

A shortage of shelter beds makes winter a difficult time for Lakeview’s homeless lesbian, gay,…

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Lakeview Food Pantry Reaches Out to Lakeview Residents in Need

Chicago Talks, November 8, 2010

Granite counter tops, a brightly painted mural and ambient music encompass 30 chairs that hold…

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A Plethera of Issues Discussed at Lakeview Action Coalition Meeting

Chicago Talks, June 30, 2010

Lakeview Action Coalition (LAC) organizer Eve Shapiro reported on the outcomes of the recent local…

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Community

Tragic Past No Obstacle for Lakeview Nail Salon Owner

Chicago Talks, May 6, 2010

In an area flourishing with independent nail salons, the owner of Hollywood Nails manages to…

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Despite Relative Wealth of Neighborhood, Lakeview Group Says Free Health Clinic is Needed by Many Residents

Chicago Talks, November 30, 2009

One Lakeview neighborhood organization hopes to open a free health care clinic in the North…

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Lakeview Residents Say Efforts to “Take Back the Streets” Are Working

Chicago Talks, November 19, 2009

Over 100 Lakeview residents — fed up with crime on their turf — have united…

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    by Morgan Bruner
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  • 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
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    by Sh'Mara Chism
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  • 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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