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Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale Primary category in which blog post is published

Mom Forgives Her Son’s Killer — And Goes On To Dedicate Her Life To Restorative Justice

Forgiveness is “finding peace no matter the outcome for yourself and nobody else,” Daniels said.

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SUE The T. Rex Hung Out With An Ancient Shark, Newly Found Fossil Reveals

By Kelly Bauer Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

More Than 50 Years After He Fought For Fair Housing In Chicago, Lawndale Apartments ‘A Manifestation’ Of Dr. King’s Dream

By Alex Nitkin Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale Primary category in which blog post is published

Lincoln Yards’ New Plan Approved By Alderman Who Says No More Large Community Hearings Planned

By Kelly Bauer Lincoln Park, Old Town Primary category in which blog post is published

Chicago’s ‘Birds & Beers’ Club, Started On A Lark, Now Unites Thirsty Birders From All Over

By Alan Condon Lincoln Park, Old Town Primary category in which blog post is published

After More Than A Century, Independence Library Gets A Home Of Its Own

By Alex V. Hernandez Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park Primary category in which blog post is published

Police Release Photo Of Minivan They Say Was Used In Wrigleyville Hit-And-Run

By Kelly Bauer Lakeview, Boystown, Wrigleyville Primary category in which blog post is published
Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park Primary category in which blog post is published

Candidates For 39th Ward Aldermen Face Questions From NW Siders At Forum This Week

Last August Ald. Margaret Laurino (39th) announced she wasn’t going to seek reelection. She’s served the city’s 39th Ward for the past 24 years.

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What’s Next For Industrial Land In Little Village? City To Lay Out Plans This Week

The first of the three meetings will take place Tuesday at the Little Village Branch Library, 2311 S. Kedzie Ave. from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale Primary category in which blog post is published

5 Ways You Can Honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy Today

Here are five ways you can help those in need across Chicago today.

Pilsen, Little Village, West Loop Primary category in which blog post is published

Workshop To Help Families Apply For Private School Scholarships Is Tuesday In Pilsen

The deadline for the scholarship application is Tuesday.

Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park Primary category in which blog post is published

School Security, An Elected School Board Discussed At 47th Ward Education Form

The forum was organized by Friends of Ravenswood School and questions came from the school’s students, parents and event's audience.

Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore Primary category in which blog post is published

Driver Follows, Tries To Lure Girls Into Car Repeatedly In South Shore, Police Say

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

Shoveling Snow Can Be Dangerous. Here’s How To Stay Safe During Chicago Winters

Shoveling snow can put a strain on your heart.

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

Muslim Woman Who Said She Was Profiled, Attacked By Cops Could Get $160K From City

CTA surveillance footage showed the officers tackling her from behind and ripping off her hijab and face veil.

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

People In Canada Goose Jackets Getting Robbed Of Their Coats At Gunpoint, Police Say

At least six people have been robbed of their jackets since Tuesday, police said.