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A Busier and More Artistic 45th Ward

Chicago Talks, October 19, 2011

Ald. John Arena said he wants to develop more dining and entertainment options in the…

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Chicago Bike-sharing Gets More Stations

Chicago Talks, June 17, 2011

Green reporter, Judith Nemes, found some good news that coincides with Bike to Work week….

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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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Chicago Libraries Offer Resources to Help Future Business Owners

Chicago Talks, June 19, 2010

Image via Wikipedia The Chicago Public Library has resources to not only help get your…

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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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Independent Doughnut Shops Charm Chicagoans

Chicago Talks, April 29, 2010

The busy morning traffic at Dat Donuts has subsided. Anne has just finished rearranging the…

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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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