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Special Report: Operation Crooked Code
Locations of alleged bribes, and other incidents, in May 2008 corruption complaints.
New on EveryBlock today October 11, 2008
1 restaurant inspection About
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318 N. State
SMITH & WOLLENSKY
Pass Inspected on May 5, 2008.
9 crimes About
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Battery
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600 block N. Dearborn St
Simple battery: Simple
Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 11:11 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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700 block N. Dearborn St
Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple
Place: Residence. Reported at 10:30 p.m. on July 8, 2008.
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600 block N. Dearborn St
Simple battery: Simple
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Deceptive practice
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800 block N. State St
Deceptive practice: Theft of labor/services
Place: CTA platform. Reported at 12:30 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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800 block N. State St
Deceptive practice: Theft of labor/services
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Theft
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1000 block N. La Salle Dr
Theft: Over $300
Place: Street. Reported at 6:30 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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800 block N. Wells St
Theft: Over $300
Place: Street. Reported at 4:55 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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1100 block N. State St
Theft: From building
Place: Restaurant. Reported at 3 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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00 block E. Grand Ave
Theft: Retail theft
Place: Department store. Reported at 7:29 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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500 block N. State St
Theft: From building
Place: Grocery food store. Reported at 8:03 p.m. on October 2, 2008.
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1000 block N. La Salle Dr
Theft: Over $300
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Weapons violation
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400 block W. Chicago Ave
Weapons violation: Unlawful possession of handgun
Place: CHA apartment. Reported at 12:15 a.m. on October 2, 2008.
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400 block W. Chicago Ave
Weapons violation: Unlawful possession of handgun
2 business reviews About
- New 5-star reviews for Lo Cal Corner and Rockit Bar & Grill on Yelp.
New on EveryBlock yesterday October 10, 2008
7 news articles About
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63 W Ontario St
Things to do this weekend: Oct 10 - 12
...lurk. Meet at the front entrance of the Hard Rock Cafe. 8pm. Hard Rock Cafe, 63 W Ontario St between Clark and Dearborn Sts (312-943-5572, weirdchicago.com). El: Red to Chicago. Bus...
Published by Time Out Chicago on October 10, 2008.
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329 N. Dearborn
Ticket line
House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn, (312) 923-2000. Or call Ticketmaster.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on October 10, 2008.
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810 N. Dearborn
Friday Buffet
...Cider, Profiteroles, and various wine tasting events). Parent: $45, One Child: $30, Two siblings: $55. 810 N. Dearborn...
Published by Chicagoist on October 10, 2008.
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335 N. Dearborn St.
5 places to carbo-load for the marathon
A Mano (335 N. Dearborn St., 312-629-3500) is featuring a Pastapalooza menu 5-10 p.m. Saturday. The three...
Published by Chicago Tribune on October 10, 2008.
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333 N. Dearborn
The mix: Really cool things to do
L.A.-based singer/songwriter/DJ Samantha Ronson is probably best known for her ongoing relationship with the actress Lindsay Lohan. Ronson will be spinning the tunes at the Crimson Lounge, 333 N. Dearborn, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. tonight. The cover is $20. Call (312) 923-2473.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on October 10, 2008.
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59 W. Hubbard
Friday Buffet
Head to Brasserie Jo before Halloween and guess the weight of their big-ass pumpkins. The winner, announced on Halloween night, gets dinner for four. Any child under twelve in costume on Halloween will receive a special complimentary French confection. 59 W. Hubbard.
Published by Chicagoist on October 10, 2008.
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22 W. Hubbard St.
5 places to carbo-load for the marathon
Rockit Bar & Grill (22 W. Hubbard St., 312-645-6000) is serving its three-course Chicago Marathon menu at lunch and dinner...
Published by Chicago Tribune on October 10, 2008.
2 restaurant inspections About
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60 W. Ontario
CHICAGO CHOP HOUSE
Pass Inspected on May 5, 2008.
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858 N. Orleans
ZAIQA INDIAN RESTAURANT
Pass Inspected on May 5, 2008.
13 crimes About
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Battery
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400 block W. Chicago Ave
Simple battery: Simple
Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 10 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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400 block W. Chicago Ave
Simple battery: Simple
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Criminal trespass
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500 block W. Chestnut St
Criminal trespass: To state sup land
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 9:45 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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400 block W. Chicago Ave
Criminal trespass: To state sup land
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 10:19 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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800 block N. Cambridge Ave
Criminal trespass: To state sup land
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 7:30 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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500 block W. Chestnut St
Criminal trespass: To state sup land
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Narcotics
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800 block N. Cambridge Ave
Narcotics: Possession of crack
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 3:45 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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800 block N. Cleveland Ave
Narcotics: Possession of crack
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 2:50 a.m. on October 1, 2008.
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800 block N. Cambridge Ave
Narcotics: Possession of crack
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Non-criminal
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500 block N. State St
Other offense: Lost property
Place: Taxicab. Reported at 7 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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500 block N. State St
Other offense: Lost property
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Prostitution
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00 block W. Division St
Prostitution: Solicitation on public way
Place: Street. Reported at 3:15 a.m. on October 1, 2008.
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00 block W. Division St
Prostitution: Solicitation on public way
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Theft
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500 block N. State St
Theft: Retail theft
Place: Grocery food store. Reported at 4:20 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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800 block N. Orleans St
Theft: $300 and under
Place: Vehicle (non-commercial). Reported at 8:10 a.m. on October 1, 2008.
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600 block N. State St
Theft: From building
Place: Restaurant. Reported at 5 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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500 block N. State St
Theft: Over $300
Place: Parking lot / garage (non-residential). Reported at 8:30 p.m. on October 1, 2008.
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500 block N. Dearborn St
Theft: From building
Place: Restaurant. Reported at 11:30 a.m. on October 1, 2008.
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500 block N. State St
Theft: Retail theft
1 photo About
2 business licenses About
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2 W. Erie St.
DANA HOTEL AND SPA
License for Tavern issued on October 10, 2008.
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2 W. Erie St.
DANA HOTEL AND SPA
License for Public Place of Amusement issued on October 10, 2008.
12 business reviews About
- New 5-star reviews for Climax Lounge, Devon Seafood Grill, Quartino, The James Hotel, Le Lan and Alessi on Yelp.
- New 4-star reviews for J Bar and Quartino on Yelp.
- New 3-star review for Topolobampo on Yelp.
- New 2-star review for Big Bowl on Yelp.
- New 1-star reviews for India House Restaurant and Zed451 on Yelp.
New on EveryBlock Thursday October 9, 2008
2 news articles About
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810 N. Dearborn
Heads Up
The Alliance Française presents a class on cooking with cider, from beef and onions braised in cider to cider-soaked pain perdu with apples and cinnamon-apple ice cream. There'll also be a tasting of hard ciders from around the world. 10 AM-12:30 PM, 810 N. Dearborn, 312-337-1070, $85 ($75 members).
Published by Chicago Reader on October 9, 2008.
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329 N. Dearborn
Riot Fest 08 concert schedule
House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn: The Frankl Project, 6 p.m.; Das Kapital, 6:45; Shot Baker, 7:30; Bouncing Souls, 8:15; the Lawrence Arms, 9:30. (Tickets, $16.50 at www.hob.com or 312-923-2000; all-ages show.)
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on October 9, 2008.
4 real estate listings About
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401 N Wabash Ave
401 N Wabash Ave #44A listed on Trulia for $2,274,000
Listed on October 8, 2008.
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100 E Huron St
100 E Huron St #4201 listed on Trulia for $925,000
Listed on October 8, 2008.
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401 N Wabash Ave
401 N Wabash Ave #43A listed on Trulia for $2,213,000
Listed on October 8, 2008.
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10 E Ontario St
10 E Ontario St #2005 listed on Trulia for $340,000
Listed on October 8, 2008.
32 property transfers About
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300 N. State St.
300 N. State St., unit 3530 sold for $183,000
Transaction recorded on September 23, 2008.
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405 N. Wabash Ave.
405 N. Wabash Ave., unit 1513 sold for $262,000
Transaction recorded on September 23, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $687,000
Transaction recorded on September 22, 2008.
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1122 N. Dearborn St.
1122 N. Dearborn St., unit P51 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 19, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $745,000
Transaction recorded on September 17, 2008.
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405 N. Wabash Ave.
405 N. Wabash Ave., unit 3802 sold for $285,000
Transaction recorded on September 16, 2008.
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1011 N. La Salle St.
1011 N. La Salle St., unit M2 sold for $260,000
Transaction recorded on September 22, 2008.
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119 W. Chestnut St.
119 W. Chestnut St., unit 1E transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 22, 2008.
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111 W. Maple St.
111 W. Maple St., unit 2201 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 18, 2008.
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405 N. Wabash Ave.
405 N. Wabash Ave., unit 2106 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 25, 2008.
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405 N. Wabash Ave.
405 N. Wabash Ave., unit 2609 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 25, 2008.
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227 W. Walton St.
227 W. Walton St., unit 11W sold for $293,000
Transaction recorded on September 17, 2008.
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405 N. Wabash Ave.
405 N. Wabash Ave., unit 1110 sold for $250,000
Transaction recorded on September 19, 2008.
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100 E. Huron St.
100 E. Huron St., unit 4901 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 19, 2008.
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55 W. Delaware Pl.
55 W. Delaware Pl., unit 606 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $1,799,500
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St., unit 2006 sold for $575,000
Transaction recorded on September 26, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $2,060,000
Transaction recorded on September 29, 2008.
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848 N. Franklin St.
848 N. Franklin St., unit 1601 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $986,000
Transaction recorded on September 29, 2008.
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630 N. State Pky
630 N. State Pky, unit 1510 sold for $318,000
Transaction recorded on September 25, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St., unit 36G sold for $862,500
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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1122 N. Dearborn St.
1122 N. Dearborn St., unit P133 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 19, 2008.
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1122 N. Dearborn St.
1122 N. Dearborn St., unit 13B sold for $550,500
Transaction recorded on September 19, 2008.
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405 N. Wabash Ave.
405 N. Wabash Ave., unit D32 sold for $32,500
Transaction recorded on September 30, 2008.
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111 W. Maple St.
111 W. Maple St., unit 3310 sold for $235,000
Transaction recorded on September 29, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $2,202,000
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St., unit 30F sold for $555,000
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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55 W. Delaware Pl.
55 W. Delaware Pl., unit 606 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 24, 2008.
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25 E. Kinzie St.
25 E. Kinzie St. sold for $587,500
Transaction recorded on September 22, 2008.
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100 E. Huron St.
100 E. Huron St., unit 4901 transferred ownership
Transaction recorded on September 19, 2008.
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818 N. Dearborn St.
818 N. Dearborn St., unit 4R sold for $24,000
Transaction recorded on September 18, 2008.
8 crimes About
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Battery
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00 block W. Chicago Ave
Aggravated battery: Other dangerous weapon
Place: Residence (porch/hallway). Reported at 11:20 a.m. on September 30, 2008.
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00 block W. Chicago Ave
Aggravated battery: Other dangerous weapon
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Criminal trespass
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800 block N. Cambridge Ave
Criminal trespass: To state sup land
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 9:15 p.m. on September 30, 2008.
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700 block N. Dearborn St
Criminal trespass: To land
Place: Other. Reported at 7:40 p.m. on September 30, 2008.
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800 block N. Cambridge Ave
Criminal trespass: To state sup land
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Narcotics
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900 block N. Cambridge Ave
Narcotics: Possession of heroin (white)
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 1:40 p.m. on September 30, 2008.
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900 block N. Hudson Ave
Narcotics: Possession of crack
Place: Street. Reported at 7:25 p.m. on September 30, 2008.
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900 block N. Cambridge Ave
Narcotics: Possession of heroin (white)
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Other offense
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00 block E. Huron St
Other offense: Harassment by telephone
Place: Residence. Reported at 6:47 p.m. on September 30, 2008.
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00 block E. Huron St
Other offense: Harassment by telephone
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Theft
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00 block W. Elm St
Theft: Retail theft
Place: Grocery food store. Reported at 2:55 p.m. on September 30, 2008.
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00 block W. Division St
Theft: Retail theft
Place: Small retail store. Reported at 9:32 a.m. on July 6, 2008.
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00 block W. Elm St
Theft: Retail theft
2 photos About
3 business licenses About
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44 E. Hubbard St.
JUST B' CLAWS INC
License for Special Event Food issued on October 8, 2008.
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44 E. Hubbard St.
ROYSTER WITH THE OYSTER
License for Itinerant Merchant, Class I issued on October 8, 2008.
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44 E. Hubbard St.
SHAW'S CRAB HOUSE
License for Special Event Beer & Wine issued on October 8, 2008.
16 business reviews About
- New 5-star reviews for Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Maxine, Obama Barack Lwyr, Salon Buzz - GoldCoast and Ra Sushi on Yelp.
- New 4-star reviews for David Burke's Primehouse, Hub 51, Melting Pot, Ginza Japanese Restaurant, Vong's Thai Kitchen, Ben Pao and Brasserie Jo on Yelp.
- New 2-star reviews for Vong's Thai Kitchen and 10pin Bowling Lounge on Yelp.
- New 1-star reviews for IBM and Ajasteak on Yelp.
New on EveryBlock Wednesday October 8, 2008
2 news articles About
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747 N. Wabash
Developers turn to rentals in downturn
McCaffery, which built the high-end apartment building called the Bernardin at 747 N. Wabash, has started a similar project, Flair Tower at 222 W. Erie. The 26-story building will have an Art Deco theme, and the 198 units are expected to be done by mid-2010.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on October 8, 2008.
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1155 N. Dearborn
$200k Reduction in Elm Tower: 1155 N. Dearborn
We are beginning to see cracks of stress in even the most prestigious areas of the city. Take this 2-bedroom unit at 1155 N. Dearborn, or Elm Tower, in the Gold Coast.
Published by Crib Chatter on October 8, 2008.
5 real estate listings About
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1155 N Dearborn St
1155 N Dearborn St #1201 listed on Trulia for $1,695,000
Listed on October 7, 2008.
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21 W Chestnut St
21 W Chestnut St #907 listed on Trulia for $325,000
Listed on October 7, 2008.
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30 E Huron St
30 E Huron St #1606 listed on Trulia for $259,000
Listed on October 7, 2008.
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33 W Delaware Pl
33 W Delaware Pl listed on Trulia for $239,900
Listed on October 7, 2008.
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2 E Erie St
2 E Erie St #2707 listed on Trulia for $254,425
Listed on October 7, 2008.
17 crimes About
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Burglary
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1100 block N. Dearborn St
Burglary: Unlawful entry
Place: Residence. Reported at 1 p.m. on September 27, 2008.
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1100 block N. Dearborn St
Burglary: Unlawful entry
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Criminal damage
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300 block W. Oak St
Vandalism: Criminal damage to vehicle
Place: Street. Reported at 12:30 p.m. on September 29, 2008.
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300 block W. Oak St
Vandalism: Criminal damage to vehicle
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Criminal sexual assault
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500 block N. Rush St
Criminal sexual assault: Non-aggravated
Place: Hotel / motel. Reported at 11 p.m. on September 29, 2008.
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500 block N. Rush St
Criminal sexual assault: Non-aggravated
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Deceptive practice
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1100 block N. Rush St
Deceptive practice: Credit card fraud
Place: Bar or tavern. Reported at 4 p.m. on September 29, 2008.
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600 block N. Dearborn St
Deceptive practice: Fraud or confidence game
Place: Bank. Reported at 2:45 p.m. on September 29, 2008.
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1100 block N. Rush St
Deceptive practice: Credit card fraud
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Motor vehicle theft
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00 block W. Chestnut St
Motor vehicle theft: Automobile
Place: Street. Reported at 12:30 p.m. on September 29, 2008.
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00 block W. Chestnut St
Motor vehicle theft: Automobile
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Narcotics
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300 block W. Locust St
Narcotics: Possession of crack
Place: Street. Reported at 1:50 p.m. on September 23, 2008.
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300 block W. Locust St
Narcotics: Possession of crack
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Robbery
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100 block W. Elm St
Robbery: Strongarm: no weapon
Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 12:25 a.m. on September 29, 2008.
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100 block W. Elm St
Robbery: Strongarm: no weapon
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Theft
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600 block N. State St
Theft: Pocket-picking
Place: Small retail store. Reported at 9:34 a.m. on September 29, 2008.
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500 block N. Dearborn St
Theft: From building
Place: Restaurant. Reported at 4:15 a.m. on September 29, 2008.
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00 block W. Elm St
Theft: From building
Place: Apartment. Reported at noon on September 28, 2008.
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300 block N. State St
Theft: Financial ID theft: over $300
Place: Residence. Reported at 11 a.m. on September 29, 2008.
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900 block N. Dearborn St
Theft: $300 and under
Place: Street. Reported at 5:30 p.m. on September 26, 2008.
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900 block N. Dearborn St
Theft: $300 and under
Place: Street. Reported at 5:30 p.m. on September 26, 2008.
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300 block N. State St
Theft: Pocket-picking
Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 8 p.m. on September 29, 2008.
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700 block N. Rush St
Theft: $300 and under
Place: Street. Reported at 1:45 a.m. on September 29, 2008.
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600 block N. State St
Theft: Pocket-picking
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Vice cancellation
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300 block W. Oak St
Other offense: Vice cancellation
Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 1:40 p.m. on September 27, 2008.
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300 block W. Oak St
Other offense: Vice cancellation
3 photos About
11 business reviews About
- New 5-star reviews for Rossi's Liquors, Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Friends Sushi, Harmony Yoga, Landmark Education Corp and Sullivan's Steakhouse on Yelp.
- New 4-star reviews for Courtyard by Marriott and Chicago Chop House on Yelp.
- New 2-star review for Rebar on Yelp.
- New 1-star reviews for Weber Grill Restaurant and Landmark Education Corp on Yelp.
New on EveryBlock Tuesday October 7, 2008
2 news articles About
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1 E. Delaware St.
Buy pink for breast cancer awareness
More, a boutique cupcake bakery at 1 E. Delaware St., has only been open since last month, but it was important to owner Patty Rothman to do something to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Published by Medill Reports on October 7, 2008.
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10 E. Ontario
Foreclosure Alert: Stresses Grow in 10 E. Ontario in River North
The number of properties heading into trouble in 10 E. Ontario, the American Invsco conversion in River North, is spiking.
Published by Crib Chatter on October 7, 2008.
6 real estate listings About
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919 N Dearborn St
919 N Dearborn St listed on Trulia for $4,000,000
Listed on October 2, 2008.
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1155 N Dearborn St
1155 N Dearborn St #802 listed on Trulia for $669,000
Listed on October 2, 2008.
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21 E Huron St
21 E Huron St #905 listed on Trulia for $890,000
Listed on October 2, 2008.
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930 N Clark St
930 N Clark St #B listed on Trulia for $1,148,000
Listed on October 2, 2008.
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21 E Huron St
21 E Huron St #2805 listed on Trulia for $1,630,000
Listed on October 2, 2008.
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25 E Superior St
25 E Superior St #204 listed on Trulia for $489,000
Listed on October 6, 2008.
25 building permits About
- 440 N. State St. Permit issued for easy permit process





