City’s Plan To Fix Water Mains And Save Trees Cheered By Aldermen. Could Fixing Lead Pipes Be Next?
Ald. Brian Hopkins, who co-sponsored an ordinance to force the city to try "cured-in-place pipe" liners in existing mains, said perhaps some day it could ease the city's lead pipe issues.
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Peace Walk Canceled After Two Men Shot On Humboldt Park Route: ‘It’s Heartbreaking,’ Organizers Say
By Mina Bloom Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale Primary category in which blog post is published
Man Climbs On Stage During Sean Spicer Event At NEIU
By Alex V. Hernandez North Park Primary category in which blog post is published
Diversey Harbor’s Sunset Crooner Ricco Munic Brings Love Songs To The Lakefront
By Justin Laurence Lakeview, Boystown, Wrigleyville Primary category in which blog post is published
Project Stamp Brings Vacant Austin Spaces To Life With Portraits Of Neighbors — And Is Offering Free Family Photos This Weekend
By Pascal Sabino Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale Primary category in which blog post is published
Streeterville Condo Building Won’t Be Turned Into Boutique Hotel, Ald. Hopkins Says
Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd) said he was opposed to the conversion of 227 E. Walton St.
Neighbors Will Act As ‘Lights In The Night’ To Stop Violence In 9 South And West Side Neighborhoods Friday Night
The free events will feature food, music, dancing and employment resources.
Do You Live On The West Side? Tell Mayor Lori Lightfoot What You Think About Her Budget Ideas This Weekend
Before she submits her budget proposal to City Council on Oct. 16, Mayor Lori Lightfoot is traveling the city to hear your ideas on how to get out of this fiscal mess.
Reparations Resolution To Go Before City Council Next Week: ‘It’s Time’
A coalition of local officials and activists are ready to bring the case for reparations to Chicago.
Gaggle Of Friendly Raccoons On Lakefront Beg For Food, Climb Man’s Leg In Video
Dozens of raccoons live along the lakefront and have amassed a small following of people who feed them.
Rainbow Cone Coming To Wicker Park For 2-Day Pop-Up At Stan’s Donuts
Stan's will continue to sell its doughnuts and other treats during the pop-up.
Under Fire From Residents, Chicago Water Dept. Does About-Face On Tree-Saving Water Main Repair Technology
BLOCK CLUB EXCLUSIVE: After shelving an earlier try at "cured-in-place pipe," the city announced pilot programs to test lining existing water mains with resin sleeves to avoid cutting down trees.
Man, 23, Shot In Pilsen Thursday Afternoon: ‘It Was Scary,’ Neighbor Says
The 23-year old was shot in his leg in the 1800 block of West 21st Place, police said.
Get Your Family Photo Taken For Free At Maxwell Street Market This Weekend
The Sunday market will also feature live music and art workshops from Yollocalli Arts Reach and the National Museum of Mexican Art.
