Church of Scientology in Printers Row stories
12/01/2009 9:27 AM
The news Sunday was that the Church of Scientology expects to open their new Illinois headquarters in Printers Row next year. Here are a few of Chicago Journal's past stories about the project.
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Storage. And then some
A new neighbor in the South Loop aims to please
11/29/2009
Lifestorage has moved nearby and wants South Loopers to bring their stuff. They provide full service--unless you want to store explosives. Don't try. They'll know what you're up to. Read More...
So, is Cafe Mediterra closing...
and if so, when?
11/22/2009
I keep hearing Cafe Mediterra is closing its doors and their space will be available for rent. But before I get all sad and misty, I want to find out whether it's true--and when. Read More...
Oprah will be missed in the West Loop
11/20/2009
West Loop businesses are bracing for the end of Oprah Winfrey's show in 2011. Neighborhood restaurant owners, for example, are worried about losing customers.
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Data center a go, Jefferson project deferred
11/19/2009
Members of the Plan Commission signed off on a data storage center at Cermak and Indiana this afternoon, but a rental tower pitched for Jefferson and Washington was deferred following resident opposition.
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More on turning Old County into office space
11/17/2009
The Cook County board's construction committee will discuss converting the empty Cook County Hospital on Harrison Street into offices this morning. Here are a few details about plans for the structure.
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Shock at news of Scott's death
11/16/2009
Chicago Board of Education President Michael Scott has died of a self-inflicted gunshot to the head. Scott counted many public and private sector initiatives on his resume. He lived in the West Loop. Read More...
Questions about rental project
11/16/2009 9:53 AM
A residents' organization is opposing Jupiter Realty's plan for a rental tower at 108 N. Jefferson. The Fulton River District Association wants a shorter building, less units and more green space for the neighborhood.
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I'm feeling naked and uncovered
It's that time of year, without foliage
11/14/2009
When the leaves die on the vine, it exposes what's underneath to all who care to see Read More...
Weekend links and reading
11/13/2009
Photography show by students taught by Printer Row dweller debuts tonight; real estate reports and auction; a retail crime; talking all things Cook County this Sunday.
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