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Back to SearchWhat Are Chi Voters’ Biggest Concerns?
Chicago’s municipal election is one week from today. So how are voters feeling about the biggest issues facing the city? Lead producer Carrie Shepher…
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More Money for Students, Bears Close in Burbs, and Chi Love Letters!
As the Chicago Bears closed on a $197 million property deal in Arlington Heights, Gov. JB Pritzker promised nearly $1 billion for students in his bud…
3 years, 1 month ago
Yes, Chicago Has An East Side: Here's Why You Need to Visit
When you ask about East Side, many Chicagoans will look at you quizzically and say, “What, like Lake Michigan?” But it’s so much more than that. Once…
3 years, 1 month ago
How Political Ads Motivate Voters
As Feb. 28th approaches, political ads for the municipal elections are only getting more frequent and aggressive. Democratic media strategist Terrie …
3 years, 1 month ago
Dating in Chi Can Be Good, Bad, or Just Strange
Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’ve got a date planned with the love of your life or you’re going solo, the holiday is a reminder that the journey …
3 years, 1 month ago
Benny the Bull Shows Us Why He’s the GOAT
Over the years, the Chicago Bulls have had some of the biggest names in basketball. And while players come and go, the brightest star at the United C…
3 years, 1 month ago
Is Chuy Progressive? How Will Chi Spend HUD Funds? Jerk Chicken Pop-Tarts?!
A new film studio in South Shore broke ground this week, and neighbors are excited for the possibilities. Meanwhile, as U.S. Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García…
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Why ‘Love Jones’ Belongs in Rom-Com Canon
We are back with another edition of Re:VIEWS, where we rewatch and break down some classic Chicago films. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we are en…
3 years, 1 month ago
'Sexy Asians' Podcast Fights Fetishization and Lazy Stereotypes
“Asians have long been ignored, fetishized or made the butt of the joke in America. We want to put that to rest.” That’s the mission of the new podca…
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From Wards 1 to 50: Aldermanic Races We’re Watching
Between retirements, resignations, and redistricting, at least 11 of Chicago’s 50 wards is getting a new alderperson. And there are a few incumbents …
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