A little too close to home

a shooting at my CTA station

12/28/2011

We always worry about random shootings. Somewhere else. Read More...

A couple of South Loop Awards

well, sort of....

12/27/2011

Once again, the South Loop is receiving awards for something that stands out. But this time, one of them isn't so wonderful. Read More...

Three shot, two killed in Christmas shooting outside West Loop club

Man, 26, charged with early-morning murder at Victor Hotel; victims include club’s bouncer

12/27/2011 2:24 PM

A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged with shooting and killing two people outside a West Loop nightclub early Christmas morning, according to Chicago Police.
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Man shot at Roosevelt el station

Two men being questioned; CTA service was diverted

12/26/2011 10:42 PM

A 21-year-old-man was shot Monday evening on the Roosevelt Green and Orange Line el station around 7 p.m., according to police. Two people were being questioned in relation to the incident.
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The Nutcracker and The South Loop

we see it and we're in it

12/25/2011

The Nutcracker is a yearly staple in our neighborhood; people come from miles around to see what we see within walking distance. And we see familiar faces onstage, too. Read More...

Nominate your top stories of 2011

12/23/2011 11:25 AM

For our last issue of the year next week, we're writing up the top stories in the South Loop, West Loop, Near West Side, University Village and Pilsen. We've got our own list already, but we're interested in hearing what you have to say. Read more...

Moving the dog tags

it's expensive and a contribution would be appreciated

12/19/2011

If you want to do something for vets this holiday season, you can help them move out of the South Loop to new digs (and they won't be far away) Read More...

I miss the Boss

eight Fridays flew by and I guess I'm ready for more in 2012

12/16/2011

This is the first Friday since October 21 that I didn't spend the evening with Boss--a show that made me look at things in the South Loop--like the big cast iron legs in Grant Park--with fresh perspective... Read More...

New redistricting map would split South Loop between four aldermen

Endorsed by Ald. Bob Fioretti, map would give up much of South Loop to 4th Ward Ald. Will Burns

12/16/2011 7:13 PM

The first map of Chicago’s political battle lines was submitted to City Council Thursday, and it adds two new aldermen to the South Loop, splitting the neighborhood between a total of four representatives in city council.
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Bringing children hope for the holidays

12/16/2011

Charitable giving strong on Near West Side Read More...