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Lakeview
Diplomat residents sent packing
The Diplomat Hotel is being shut down because of electrical problems, pests and other serious building code violations that have plagued the building in Lakeview for years.
over 2 years ago | Megan Cottrell
Soup kitchens, pantries brace for busy season
Tough economic times are likely to strain budgets at social-service organizations that provide food and shelter.
almost 3 years ago | Ian Fullerton
Fundraiser to aid anti-obesity program
Parents and other adults attend a fund-raiser for Organic School Project, which teaches children to enjoy healthy foods and life style.
3 years ago | Lucy McGilchrist
Water repairs close Belmont Avenue
The Department of Water Management blocked off all traffic this morning on Belmont between North Halstead Avenue and North Orchard Street. Chicago Transit Authority buses are currently the only vehicles permitted to pass through the work site.
3 years ago | Steven Chaitman
Forum to discuss police mistreatment of LGBT community
Amnesty International USA and an assortment of Chicago-area community groups will host a forum on combating police mistreatment of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals.
over 3 years ago | Scott Ellingson
Midwest Film Festival goes for laughs
This month's lineup at the Midwest Independent Film Festival is a selection of comedy shorts by local and regional filmmakers.
over 3 years ago | Kevin Langson
Aspiring theater groups thrive in cheap digs
With a ready supply of affordable storefront theaters, Chicago is a sweet home for aspiring producers. Some rent space for under $1,000 a week.
over 3 years ago | Amy Crider
Chicago filmmaker explores beauty's ugly side
A Chicago native's latest Chicago-based film explores the roots and costs of America's obsession with physical beauty.
over 3 years ago | Kevin Langson
Rehabbed Southport station opens soon
The original Southport Station opened May 18, 1907, as part of the Northwestern Elevated, and has seen few changes since. The renovated station will have longer platforms, elevators and security cameras.
over 3 years ago | Jessica Pupovac
Shot glass storytelling a tradition at Sheffield's
A Lakeview bar where writers and drinkers get together to celebrate the best of oral traditions draws a literate, enthusiastic crowd with its monthly "readings under the influence."
over 3 years ago | Shannon Delaney
Area filmmakers to screen short documentaries
Six short documentaries on topics ranging from maternal longings to the thoughts of young Arab men, will be shown at this month's Midwest Independent Film Festival.
over 3 years ago | Kevin Langson
New development angers Wrigleyville residents
Hotel's height, traffic top concerns
over 3 years ago | Charles Smalls
Streets still closed as crews repair pipe
Water main break caused severe flooding
over 3 years ago | Jennifer Slosar
Water main break sinks roadway, floods basements
80-foot crater opens on Montrose Avenue
over 3 years ago | Carrie Topolinski
City eyes Lakeview elderly housing project
Bond issue will fund development
almost 4 years ago | Jennifer Slosar
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