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Gator Watch 2019

Gator Watch 2019
Gator Watch 2019

Chance The Snapper Is Now 5 Feet Long And Ruling Florida Gator Farm With An ‘Iron Chicago Fist’

"He has no worries. He has no concerns. ... He's truly living life as a rockstar."

Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town

Men In Video Say They Captured Another Alligator In Humboldt Park Lagoon, Police Investigating If They Really Did

The alligator was shown off on a Facebook video Saturday night. The reptile was given to police and then Animal Care and Control.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale

In Humboldt Park, Residents Say Gator Fever Was Good For Business: ‘This Showed Our Beautiful Neighborhood In A Different Light’

Food truck operators said they were glad to see new faces in and around the park. "Normally, in the past, we don't see that. So that's good," one of them said.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale

Florida Man Brought In To Catch Chance The Snapper, Humboldt Park Shut Down As Gator Search Continues

It's not clear if Alligator Bob, who has searched for the alligator for six days, is still part of the effort to find it. But he did pack up his traps before leaving the park Sunday.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale

10 Things Alligator Bob Taught Us About Gators, Life And Everything In Between

Chicago is obsessed with "Alligator Bob," the volunteer leading the hunt for the elusive reptile.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale

Humboldt Park Gator Keeps On Swimming And Avoiding Capture As Gator Watch Enters Day 4

When he is found, “I hope he sees me as the food god," Alligator Bob said.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale

The Humboldt Park Gator Has A Name Thanks To Thousands Of Voters: Chance The Snapper

The Humboldt Park gator has captured the city's attention. Obviously, it needs a name.

Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale