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Affordable Apartments Near O’Hare Receive Property Tax Breaks Under New Designation
A new ordinance offers developers a tax break for building apartments in communities like O'Hare, where only one-fifth of housing is considered affordable for low-income families.
America’s Dog & Burger Joins Vienna Beef Hall of Fame After 26 Years Selling Hot Dogs Across The Country
The family-owned hot dog stand is the 140th business to join the hall of fame. "There's something really special about a guy who owns a restaurant, rolls up his sleeves, and works hard to provide for his family."
743 Fake IDs Found At O’Hare Airport In Just 2 Weeks, Customs Officials Say
The fake driver's licenses were hidden inside handbags, jewelry boxes and toys and were being shipped to people throughout the United States.
Human Skulls, Living Snails And Moss Bathmats Seized At O’Hare Airport
The airport's Customs and Border Protection specialists have seized 1,667 agricultural shipments with prohibited items since October. Recent shipments included human skulls and live moss.
A ‘Back Door’ To O’Hare Airport Is Coming After City Council Approves New West Tollway
The tollway will make it faster to get to the airport from the suburbs and reduce overcrowding on existing roads by more than 20 percent, an alderman said Wednesday.
Escape From Ukraine: How A Wicker Park Woman Is Helping Her Family And Others Get Out
Jackie Birov, a first-generation Ukrainian American and Wicker Park resident, has helped people flee Ukraine amid the Russian invasion. She's also raising money for body armor for Ukrainians.
O’Hare, Midway Contract Employees Celebrate City Council-Approved Wage Increase: ‘It’s Been A Long Time Coming’
Contract workers at city airports will make $17 come July and $18 in 2023. While celebrating the boost, workers are still fighting for health benefits and better communication from management on mandatory overtime.
Is CPS Undercounting COVID-19 Cases In Schools? Alderpeople Demand Investigation As Allegations Spread
CPS officials denied any wrongdoing and defended their methodology, saying the discrepancy highlighted on Twitter will be cleared up.
Scooters Are Coming Back To Chicago, But They Won’t Be Allowed On The 606 Trail
The scooters, which are arriving in the spring, will also be banned on the lakefront path and the riverwalk.
COVID-19 Testing Chain Opened Pop-Ups Across The US. Now, It’s Temporarily Closing Amid Federal Investigation And Mounting Complaints
The Center for COVID Control's lab wasted 40,000 tests, according to a federal report. And again and again, people have reported getting late results, no results — or ones that don't make sense.
Block Club Chicago Awarded $1.6 Million Grant From American Journalism Project To Expand
In conjunction with the American Journalism Project grant, the Chicago Community Trust pledged an additional $450,000 in matching funds to Block Club over three years.
Kittens Stolen From Traveler At O’Hare Airport Have Been Found, Police Say
The kittens, Perceive and Nivea, were in carrier that was stolen by someone and thrown in a trash can. Two people rescued them.
O’Hare, Midway Airports Expecting 3 Million Travelers Over Holidays As Officials Warn Of COVID-19 Surge
Five states have been added back to Chicago's travel advisory as COVID-19 surges across the country.
Police Looking For People Who Rescued Stolen Kittens From Garbage At O’Hare Airport
The kittens, Perceive and Nivea, were in carrier that was stolen by someone and thrown in a trash can. Two people rescued them.
Christmas In Chicago: 26 Photos Of Amazing Holiday Decorations In The City
PHOTOS: Chicagoans have decorated their blocks with hundreds of lights, candy canes and blow-up snowmen as they prepare for Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year's.
O’Hare Wins Magazine’s ‘Best Airport’ Award 18th Year In A Row
O'Hare was named the Best Airport in North America — and got an award for its dining options.
City Council Ignores NW Side Alderman, Approves Apartments Near O’Hare Airport He Didn’t Want
Glenstar Properties aims to build 297 apartments near O’Hare Airport, 20 percent of which would be affordable. The full City Council approved the project 33-13.
City Committee Ignores NW Side Alderman, Approves Apartments He Didn’t Want In Rare Move
Ald. Anthony Napolitano argued the area is overburdened with residential density and denied his opposition has anything to do with planned affordable units.
Get Spooky With These 27 Halloween And El Día De Los Muertos Events Around Chicago This Weekend
Friday, Saturday and Sunday are packed with trick-or-treating, festivals and more. Here is our roundup of the festivities.
Send Block Club A Photo Of Your Jack-O’-Lantern And You Can Win $100 And Swag
Submit a photo of your jack-o'-lantern by Tuesday to enter our raffle. Your pumpkin could be highlighted in a Block Club newsletter!