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Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted
Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Everything You Need To Know About Northalsted Market Days 2023

From street closures and parking bans to the Market Days lineup and schedule, Block Club rounded up important information for a successful weekend.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

22 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Bud Billiken Parade, Market Days, Printer’s Row Art Fest And More

There is no shortage of art fests, back-to-school bashes, neighborhood walking tours, concerts and more.

Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards

New Program Asks Landlords To Rent Vacant Apartments To Folks In Need

Chicago Rents offers incentives to property owners such as timely payments on behalf of the resident and referral bonuses if they rent affordable apartments to low-income residents.

Citywide

Berlin Nightclub Workers End 2-Day Strike

Employees of the 40-year-old LGBTQ+ nightclub said they will return to the bargaining table full of "strength and pride."

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Berlin Nightclub Workers On Strike As Contract Talks Lag

Employees of the famed LGBTQ+ nightclub, who unionized in April, said owners Jo Webster and Jim Schuman have failed to negotiate on a contract that would raise wages and improve access to health care.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Market Days 2023 Lineup Announced

The 41st celebration of the legendary LGBTQ+ friendly festival will run August 12-13 and feature Betty Who, Shea Coulee, Pussy Riot and more.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Joan Jett-Blakk, Drag Queen Who Ran For President, Named To Chicago LGBT Hall Of Fame

Nine people and two organizations also will be inducted, including Col. Jennifer Pritzker and Women And Children First co-founder Linda Bubon.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Lakeview Street Resurfacing Has Started. Here’s What Streets To Avoid

Resurfacing is expected to go until Sept. 1 along parts of Broadway and Diversey.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Waveland Avenue Could Become One-Way Street Just East Of Wrigley Field

The city's transportation department is reviewing a traffic study for the proposal, which would help manage traffic around the ballpark and the nearby elementary school, Ald. Bennett Lawson said.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Cat Video Fest Returns To Music Box — And Adoptable Kittens Will Be There, Too

The Music Box is hosting the event the weekend of August 5-6, with part of the proceeds going to Red Door Animal Shelter.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

25 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Silver Room Block Party, Wicker Park Fest And More

You can also catch a live recording of the Gayish podcast, attend a bookshop open mic, bike North Branch and Albany Park and more.

Citywide

Howard Brown Health Wrongfully Laid Off Employees, Labor Board Says

The labor board's regional office will now seek a settlement between the union and Howard Brown Health, which could potentially lead to some laid off employees being reinstated.

Citywide

21 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Pitchfork, Tacos Y Tamales Fest And More

A vintage Barbie fashion show will thrill Barbie fans and beloved street fests like Ravenswood On Tap and Horner Brew Fest are back this weekend.

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Group Giving Away 1,791 Chicago-Style Hot Dogs Wednesday In Lakeview

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression will give away the hot dogs startings at 11 a.m. Wednesday as part of the free speech group's expansion into Chicago.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Police Oversight Agency Says It Can’t Find Migrants Who Were Allegedly Sexually Abused By Cops

Officials said victims of alleged sexual abuse by officers may have left the city. Meanwhile, another sex abuse complaint was lodged against an officer at a Lakeview police district.

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Chicago Rooftops Guide: 36 Open-Air Bars, Lounges And Restaurants To Check Out This Summer

Sip on cocktails or mocktails and bask in the sunlight at these rooftop hotspots with skyline vistas and Lake Michigan views.

Restaurants & Bars

Waterhouse Tavern & Grill Closes, But Owners Promise Something New For Its Lakeview Home

The bar and restaurant's last night was Saturday, when regulars celebrated the establishment's 18 years as a communal gathering place.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Beyoncé Takes Over Chicago This Weekend. Here’s Where To Celebrate

Beyoncé is stopping at Soldier Field for two nights of concerts July 22-23, and bars across Chicago are hosting events to celebrate.

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Metra Makes Concessions In UP North Rebuild, But Lakeview Neighbors Say Changes Don’t Fully Address Concerns

Neighbors have spoken out against Metra's project to move the train tracks 20 feet closer to their homes while destroying trees and other vegetation.

Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted

Environmental Advocate Precious Brady-Davis Becomes First Black, Trans Woman Appointed To Public Office In Cook County

Brady-Davis was sworn in Wednesday as a commissioner for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, which works to protect Lake Michigan's water.

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