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Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park

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Wait, Are Two-Flats Only A Chicago Thing? Why These Uniquely Chicago Homes Have Thrived For A Century

Despite their history as affordable options for working families, two-flats are "in distress" as people convert them into single-family homes.

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Long Awaited Bike And Pedestrian Bridge Over North Shore Channel Is Coming, Linking 6.7 Miles Of Paths

By Jonathan Ballew Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park Primary category in which blog post is published

Education A Top Priority For Chicago Voters Focused On Ending Racial Inequity: Survey

By Heather Cherone Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

What’s The Worst Pothole In Chicago? Send Us Your Photos And We’ll Try To Get Them Fixed

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

City Coffee Opens Near Winnemac Park In Lincoln Square

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

Chicago Needs 1,000 More Election Judges — And Soon

By Hannah Alani Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town Primary category in which blog post is published

Falling Ice Expected Thursday — And It Could Have Deadly Consequences For People Walking Outside

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

Candidates In 29th, 30th And 31st Ward Races Will Answer Questions From Residents At Saturday Forum

No RSVP is necessary and the forum have live Spanish translation.

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

After Rio Jiu Jitsu Wrecked By Neighbor’s Fire, Owner Hopes Community Donations Can Help Him Start Over

Five months after the fire, Pete “The Greek” Letsos is launching a GoFundMe in hopes of reopening his Brazilian jiu-jitsu gym.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale Primary category in which blog post is published

Ice Trees Are Everywhere As Freezing Rain Covers Chicago In A Slick Blanket

The rain produced a layer of ice on everything from our street signs to our trees, but don't get distracted by the beauty. Experts say the ice can be dangerous.

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

Chicago Is Still Nation’s Most Corrupt Big City, New Report Says

Illinois remains the third most corrupt state, based on the formula that compares the number of corruption convictions with an area’s population.

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

Need A Romantic Movie For Valentine’s Day? ‘Beauty And The Beast’ Is Chicago’s Favorite, Report Says

"Beauty and the Beast" is even more popular than uber-hit "Titanic" among people in Chicago, according to a new report.

Downtown Primary category in which blog post is published

Chicago’s 10 Oldest Pizzerias Are Full Of Delicious Secrets

Chicago's oldest pizza place goes back to the '40s.

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

Chicago Joe’s Building In North Center Being Sold As A ‘Developer’s Dream Come True’

The listing asks $2.4 million for the property, potentially sealing the fate of a restaurant that has been in the neighborhood for more than 30 years.

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town Primary category in which blog post is published

Watch Out, Zumba: PomSquad Is The Cheer-iest New Workout In Town

PomSquad, taught at studios and fitness centers across Chicago, is still a grueling workout. It just has shinier accessories.

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Tampons, Pads And More Can Be Donated To Help People Who Are Homeless At Weekend Event

The Saturday event will double as a blood drive.