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Award City
I'll brag about myself and Chicago Journal a bit
05/21/2011
I'm humbled, proud and grateful that the Illinois Woman's Press Association again recognized my work with three (!) awards this year Read More...
Ex-Mayor Daley to be an Ex-South Looper
That's what Sneed says
05/20/2011
It's a dark day in the South Loop when the possibility of losing our most prestigious resident looms large Read More...
Restaurant news
but this tidbit is kind of sad
05/19/2011
The new South Loop restaurant Tribute--still coming soon--appears to have had a setback. The chef wants to go to rehab.... Read More...
Glessner House to celebrate 125th Anniversary
Kicks off June 1 with groundbreaking reenactment
05/18/2011
The historic Glessner House Museum, one of the most architecturally important residences in the city of Chicago, is celebrating the 125th anniversary of the home’s construction starting this June.
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A chance to be heard
South Loop School is asking for feedback
05/18/2011
South Loop Elementary School wants to know what's in your head and heart Read More...
Open House
It's a new world in Chicago politics
05/17/2011
Rahm Pizza and The Grid--it's a brand new day in the 'hood (and all the other 'hoods, too) Read More...
Raising funds
lotsa lotsa do-gooding in the South Loop
05/15/2011
On top of all our other good points in the South Loop, we're generous! Read More...
Pilsen charter teacher nabs Golden Apple
Fourth grade teacher one of 10 to bring home award
05/11/2011 3:58 PM
A Pilsen charter school teacher was one of 10 teachers to take home one of Illinois’ most illustrious teaching awards this Tuesday, the Golden Apple.
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Motor Row is revving up
all the pistons seem to be firing
05/11/2011
I never strolled on Motor Row before--but now I have--and I am very impressed with the mileage it's getting Read More...
Posted
a big poster has been installed in the South Loop
05/06/2011
A giant poster has gone up in a South Loop alley--and it's getting a lot of buzz Read More...