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Little Village environmental group ties clean air, transit to Olympics
The Little Village Environmental Justice Organization has been trying for years to shut down the Crawford and Fisk coal-fired energy plants in their neighborhoods. Residents say the plants cause health problems.
1 month ago | By Jennifer Slosar
Electrical line fire causes brief power outage in Pilsen
A early morning flash fire that started in a faulty underground electric cable left 201 Pilsen residences without power briefly. No one was injured and power was restored within an hour.
3 months ago | By Meaghen Lober
Chicago to turn off the lights
The city will darken its famous skyline Saturday as part of a global effort to raise awareness about climate change and demonstrate a commitment to finding a solution.
6 months ago | By Natasha Eziquiel-Shriro
South Side DJ keeps warehouse music scene spinning
Mr. Bobby loves to mix crowds, music
10 months ago | By Natasha Eziquiel-Shriro
Activists aim to raise domestic violence awareness
15-block march features activists, dancers
11 months ago | By Sarah Arkin
Driver runs through Critical Mass, injures young rider
Motorist faces drunken driving charge
1 year ago | By Kate Gardiner
For gay Latinos, prom can be a mixed bag
Radio Arte delivers "voice for the voiceless" at Noche de Arco Iris
1 year ago | By Alex Parker
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