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An Immersive Oasis Celebrating Middle Eastern Cuisine Opens in North Park
Known for doing the absolute most when it comes to restaurant design, CH Projects will undoubtedly be dropping jaws when it opens its latest enterprise — a Middle Eastern restaurant and bar called Leila — this Wednesday, July 31 in North Park. The multi-sensory experience begins as you...
Here are all the medals Team USA clinched on Monday. Two were won by Chicago-area athletes
Team USA's medal count in the 2024 Paris Olympics had risen to 20 on Monday night following a slate of successes - including those by men's gymnasts, swimmers and more. U.S. athletes walked away with several medals during the course of the day. Here's an extensive list:. -Men's Street Skateboarding...
Palos Park police offer warning about asphalt paving scams
PALOS PARK, Ill. — Authorities in the Southwest suburbs are offering a warning to residents about a scam targeting homeowners. According to Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller, asphalt paving scams begin when a person knocks on a homeowner’s door and offers to pave their driveway at a discounted rate, telling the resident that they […]
Chicago's Swimming Star Ryan Murphy Set to Make Olympic History in Paris
As the Olympic pool readies itself for another legendary showcase, eyes are transfixed on Chicago's own Ryan Murphy, who is poised to carve his name into the annals of swimming history with a potential record-breaking achievement at the Paris Olympics. According to NBC Chicago, Murphy's pursuit of becoming the first male swimmer to win medals in three consecutive Olympics in both the 100m and 200m backstroke events hinges on an all-important swim slated for Monday.
Chicago’s Old Fashioned Donuts receives $50K grant for renovations
CHICAGO - An iconic South Side donut shop, Old Fashioned Donuts, is getting a much-needed financial boost thanks to a $50,000 grant earmarked for historic restaurants. Located in the Roseland neighborhood, the beloved shop has been serving up tasty pastries for over half a century, and it remains under the leadership of its original owner, Burritt Bulloch.
Man died while trying to save passengers on sinking yacht in Lake Michigan, wife says: 'He's a hero'
Crews pulled the body of 40-year-old Lorenzo Tobin from Lake Michigan on Sunday, days after he went missing in the water.Lesley Jackson-Tobin says her husband was hired to help take a group of people out on Lake Michigan for a birthday party.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"He's the kind of friend where if you would ask any of those friends, they will say, 'That's my best friend,'" Jackson-Tobin said.Jackson-Tobin has been trying to piece together what happened Friday evening when the yacht, which was carrying 15 other people, capsized and sank minutes after leaving 31st Street...
Brookfield Zoo Chicago welcomes zebra foal
CHICAGO (CBS) — A cute new addition to Brookfield Zoo Chicago arrived over the weekend, and now the public can catch its first glimpse of an adorable male Grevy zebra foal.On Saturday, he was born to his eight-year-old mother, Nyota, and weighed in at 75 lbs. According to the zoo, visitors can see him on the park's north side in one of its outdoor habitats. "We are overjoyed to welcome this new Grevy's zebra foal; each birth is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our animal care team and our commitment to the conservation of endangered species," said Joan...
Work begins on SW Side affordable housing development: 'An essential part of this community
Local leaders gathered near the intersection of West 115th Street and South Halsted Street on Monday to break ground for the new, 20-unit townhome development. Among the speakers was Ald. Robert Mosely (21st).
New York’s King of Falafel Is Planning a Chicago Expansion
Ashok Selvam is the editor of Eater Chicago and a native Chicagoan armed with more than two decades of award-winning journalism. Now covering the world of restaurants and food, his nut graphs are super nutty. Earlier in July, a vague Instagram post from Fares “Freddy” Zeideia brought joy to Chicagoans...
Chicago Teachers Union seeks to reduce property tax bill for West Loop headquarters
CHICAGO - The Chicago Teachers Union Foundation is seeking to significantly reduce the property tax bill for its West Loop headquarters, according to documents from the Cook County Assessor's Office obtained by FOX 32 Chicago. The Assessor recently reappraised the value of the CTU’s building, estimating its fair market value...
At least 1 hospitalized after Pilsen building fire
A least one person was hospitalized after a Southwest Side building fire on Monday afternoon.Chopper 7 was over the scene in the Pilsen neighborhood's 1500-block of West 17th Street.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe fire appeared to have been put out by 4:30 p.m.ABC7 saw one person taken to the hospital with what appeared to be serious injuries.What caused the fire was not immediately clear.Authorities did not immediately provide further information about the fire.This is a developing story. Check back with ABC7 for updates.
Chicago’s school board is changing. Here’s how it can be effective.
Chicago voters will — for the first time — elect school board members this Nov. 5. After decades of advocacy and several twists and turns, candidates have filed to run, even as open questions remain around ballot access, voter eligibility, and member compensation.Some claim this transition as a win for democracy, but neither appointed nor elected selection guarantees an effective board. Awareness of this election remains low, as does understanding of what a school board does. The board’s decisions, and ultimately, whether our public schools are effective and equitable, depends on their focus, behaviors, and work. It matters now more...
How 8 payers are solving their biggest workforce challenges
Payers are finding creative ways to keep employees engaged and develop the next generation of healthcare workers. The eight leaders featured in this article, part of an ongoing series, will speak at Becker's Fall Payer Issue Roundtable Nov. 4-6 at the Swissotel in Chicago. If you work at a health...
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