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Updated 2 days ago

Attention: Bridge Famiies

Bridge Elementary School was informed today of an alleged attempted child abduction that occurred on Thursday (5/17/12) evening at approximately 6:00 PM in the vicinity of Cornelia & Sayre. The alleged offender was described as a white male, 5’8”, 20-25 years old with a medium build and black hair. He was reported wearing a dark brown Aeropostale shirt and dark blue jeans with white gloves. The incident was reported to the Chicago Police Department and detectives are investigating the alleged incident. If you have any information regarding this matter please contact the Chicago Police Department at 911. Any further information from the Chicago Police Department will be distributed to Bridge families upon receipt. Thank you.

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6 days ago

Updated 3 days ago

Bikers

Anybody know anything about the bikers hanging out at 7049 W.Belmont? Did not get a good look at their patch, just saw Illinois chapter.

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5 days ago

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neighborhood lookout

Chgo Reed Mental hosp

just heard that the MENTAL prison in St Louis who house convicts for murder due to their mental issues will be closing in about 1yr and they will be coming to Chgo Reed mental Hosp. We were told to call our alderman to see what changes they plan on doing as far as security.

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  • Albert F. Opitz moved to the 36th ward 10yrs ago w/o leaving my hs

    I was told that, sometimes, when they arrest apparently mentally violent people, they bring them to Read Center and hold them there long enough to transfer them to a facility that can control them. ie, NOT permament! Just to hold and transfer!

  • Thanks Latina, I'll check with Sheriff Dart's Office as well.

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Resident since 1973

Chicago tree trimming?

I know I can request tree trimming online, and I will do that. Just have a few questions about how it works.
Last week, signs went up in front of a few houses so that tree trimming could be performed. They worked on one tree. I asked a worker if they were going to do the tree next door to my house. It has a large dead branch overhanging the street. Worker brushed me off, said no all those trees...

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I know I can request tree trimming online, and I will do that. Just have a few questions about how it works.
Last week, signs went up in front of a few houses so that tree trimming could be performed. They worked on one tree. I asked a worker if they were going to do the tree next door to my house. It has a large dead branch overhanging the street. Worker brushed me off, said no all those trees are gonna come down one day because of the disease. So I asked how long he thought it would take to get to this one considering there are probably 80,000 of them in the city.

I know resources are slim, I know that services need to be requested but it seems strange to me that the equipment was there, workers ready to go but they couldn't cut the dead branch off.

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  • Anna, I know it may sound confusing, but it depends if the workers were working on 311 requests OR if they were working on an area "blitz".

    You can call my office if you are in the 38th Ward and submit the address and I'll try to see if it's possible to get the tree trimmed during the next blitz. If you're in another Ward, call the Alderman's office to see if he/she can try and help.

    My number is 773-545-3838.

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May 11

Updated 5 days ago

Fun exercise classes?

Does anyone know of any fun Zumba/Jazzercise-type courses offered this summer on the NW side (and reasonably priced)? Thanks

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  • If you go to the Zumba website, you can find classes based on your location. Immaculate Conception has classes with 2 great instructors 3 days a week. They run 6 week sessions and the pricing is as follows: Drop-in = $10 per class, One day per week = $48, Two days per week = $85, Three days per week = $100. I do the 3 days per week, and it works out to about $5.50 per class.

  • OldIrving Anna on a quest for craft brewed "zimne piwo"

    The Irving Park YMCA, Irving Pk at Kildare, offers several Zumba classes a week, including weekends.

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May 09

Updated May 11

Police presence in our neighborhoods during the NATO summit

I'm kind of hoping some can answer this question for me be it an alderman or another resident. With the NATO summit I'm expecting a lot of officers being present at whatever protests will be held in the downtown area. I would like to know if there will be a decrease of police in our area doing their usual patrols during this time.

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  • One of the cool things is to visit the actual pavement where the executions took place behind what was then the Criminal Court. A place of pilgrimage almost entirely ignored by Chicago. And a nod of admiration to Governor Johann Peter Altgeld, who committed political suicide acquiting some.

  • Take away lesson from the Haymarket ... different people have different agendas. The agendas can be mixed together. If some have a violent inclination, the situation can explode.

May 11

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May 11

Updated May 11

our state senators in action

According to the Friday edition of the Chicago tribune "the senate voted 32-20 to require that students in kindergarten through fifth grade get at least 20 minutes of recess. Schools also would be permitted to require recess for sixth through eighth grades. The bill also seeks to block teachers from holding children out of recess as punishment according to sponsoring Sen Kimberly Lightford. the measure will go to the House."
Her original bill was for 30 minutes but through negotiations...

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According to the Friday edition of the Chicago tribune "the senate voted 32-20 to require that students in kindergarten through fifth grade get at least 20 minutes of recess. Schools also would be permitted to require recess for sixth through eighth grades. The bill also seeks to block teachers from holding children out of recess as punishment according to sponsoring Sen Kimberly Lightford. the measure will go to the House."
Her original bill was for 30 minutes but through negotiations it was dropped to 20 minutes.
Granted children need recess but do we need a state law for this. Chicago and the State are crumbling and our Senators are debating and voting on recess for children. How ridiculous. What is the old saying while Rome burned Nero fiddled. We need to stop the foolish music and man the hoses.

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  • Tom K. Lifelong resident of Portage Park.

    OK. I didn't say whether I agreed with the merits of the bill you brought up. All I said was that there are other issues that need to be addressed, and the General Assembly seems to believe that recess was one of them. That's just one example out of many bills that have already passed this year that have nothing to do with the financial mess.

  • kenji my email is: chicagokenji @ gmail

    @ekop, yes recess is a state issue. It's the health and wellbeing of the children in their care. Just like their nutrition is when eating a school lunch.

May 10

Updated May 10

Recycling in Portage Park

Will Portage Park neighborhood ever get recycling service?

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  • Yes we drop off at Wright College too but its inconvenient having to drive it all over.

  • Albert F. Opitz moved to the 36th ward 10yrs ago w/o leaving my hs

    Twinmama, it even worse if you want to get rid of usable electronics. At least now you can get rid of old meds. P.S. It's ileagle to put them in the garbage or down the sewer. The 25th Police station takesthem, not too convient either!

May 08

Updated May 10

Dog found at Cumberland and Pontiac Ave. 60634

Young male shihtzu , blond/white, found at the 3800 block of Pontiac Ave. by Cumberland in Chicago 60634. no tags, very friendly . email for information: heidemariebee@gmail.com

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  • My friend who found this young dog says it is not trained or housebroken, she is bringing it to the vet to scan for a microchip. This dog may need a forever home, if anyone is interested please let me know:)

  • Please put this information up on Lost Dogs Illinois Facebook page. They have been very successful in reuniting pets with owners.

May 09

Updated May 10

Graffiti at Merrimac Park

I've been noticing a ton of new graffiti all around Merrimac Park. Someone actually wrote all over the sidewalk on Irving with what I think is marker... stuff about "Cobra Killers" and all that other garbage. All the signs, electrical boxes, etc. surrounding the park have new graffiti on them. I will be happy to take some pictures and post them if that will help identify these useless pieces of garbage. This needs to stop now BEFORE it escalates and they start shooting each other up.

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  • Alderman Cullerton - THAT'S AMAZING! THANK YOU!! I'm doing my happy-dance!!!!

  • heather Neighborhood informer

    This is fantastic news - as a mom to a young child, the park is where we should truly feel safe in. Thank you for making this happen.

May 09

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Updated May 08

7 yr. resident

Roaming & Lost Pets

I have had pets all my life and I can't believe how many people on here are losing their pets. Now we have a puppy. Well who the heck leaves a puppy unattended??? Well then everyone in that household should be out looking for it until they find it. and you cat owners are the worst!! My job leads me all threw the 16th district, and last nite I can't even tell you how many beautiful cats I seen roaming...

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I have had pets all my life and I can't believe how many people on here are losing their pets. Now we have a puppy. Well who the heck leaves a puppy unattended??? Well then everyone in that household should be out looking for it until they find it. and you cat owners are the worst!! My job leads me all threw the 16th district, and last nite I can't even tell you how many beautiful cats I seen roaming the streets, in good neighborhoods. Like Central & Foster, Central & Bryn Mawr, Northwest Hwy & Austin. But then when their cat doesn't come home after a couple days they wonder.It's not home cause it's probably been run over.Not only that but cats are predators and they like to catch mice or rats. You know what happens when they catch one who has ate bait? They suffer the same death. They bleed internally, until their dead.You still think it's a good idea to let your cats roam? I had an episode last nite with 2 cats on different streets that didn't want to move out of street. I had to beep and yell at them. Now let me ask you cat owners, you think the punks do that? I'm here to tell you NO. They aim for them. The city needs a way to make money, start fining all these people who leave their cats out. This pet thing is just too much, be responsible or don't have a pet at all!!!!!!!!!.

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  • Tony B. 36 ward resident

    I don't know that much about cats other than the one "neighborhood cat" that hangs around a couple of houses around me because my neighbor feeds it.

    Here are my recommendations to keep your dogs safe…

    1). BOND WITH YOUR DOG - Make sure that your dog looks up to...

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    I don't know that much about cats other than the one "neighborhood cat" that hangs around a couple of houses around me because my neighbor feeds it.

    Here are my recommendations to keep your dogs safe…

    1). BOND WITH YOUR DOG - Make sure that your dog looks up to you and won’t want to leave you. Sit down daily, cuddle with them and give them a treat. Also take them for a walk around the neighborhood so they know how to find your house.
    2). SPAY / NEUTER – Spay / Neuter your dog to reduce its urge to wander looking for a mate.
    3). COLLAR AND TAGS – Your dog must wears its collar 24/7.
    a). The collar should not be to tight or too loose. You should be able to put 2-3 fingers under the collar. Check it every day. Also the collar should not be pulled over the dog’s head.
    b). The collar should hold the Rabbis Tag, Dog license and ID Tag.
    c). ID Tag should contain Dog’s name, Your Name, 2 phone numbers (Home phone, Cell phone or Work Phone), your address is optional. I used http://www.terrificpets.com/pet_id_tags/
    4). MICROCHIP – Microchip your dog. The microchip is about the size of a grain of rice that is injected under the skin. It does not hurt. It can be done by vet or animal shelter.
    a). Check the microchip by the vet periodically. My dog’s microchip failed after 5 years. I suggest that all vets scan for the chip during the pet’s annual checkup.
    5). MOVING – When you move, update your microchip records and replace the ID Tag.
    6). SECURE YOUR YARD – Check your yard to make sure it is secure
    a). Padlock your gates. I had kids run through the yard leaving the gates wide open.
    b). Inspect your fence and property looking for ways the dog can get out.
    c). When your dog is outside, keep an eye on it. My dog doesn’t want to stay outside for more than 20 min. I check on my dog every 10 min. to see what she is doing.
    7). LEASH YOUR DOG – Keep your dog on a leash when it is outside of your house / yard.

  • Your neighborhood cat may be not fixed. It's important to fix outdoor cats. Do you have any additional info on this cat?

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May 05

Updated May 06

Landscaping

Our home's previous owners loved railroad ties. Now, ten years later, they are steadily rotting away. It's not like we can just chuck them out and plant grass and move on, our front yard has a slope ending in those darn RR ties. Would love to replace it with bricks or stones, but don't have a ton of money to toss into it. Any suggestions on good (i.e., don't rip you off) landscapers?

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  • Cheryl, I've been here 14 years and must have shared previous owners. Those railroad ties are a curse. They are extremely heavy, rot and just hideous. I had to pay my landscaper $100 to remove each piece. I still have 4 left because I could not afford to have them all removed. I was able to hide them with stacked retainer wall bricks and filling in with mud so that they are no longer visible. Not sure if this is an option for you.

May 05

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May 03

Updated May 04

A True Conservative and a Woman of Integrity

Tis the Season to get your garden gloves on :)

I just wanted to share with my fellow flowers/garden lovers, I think this year, the Brickyard Lowe's has a great selection of different types of flowers, plants, etc...!!! :) They even have a sale/clearance section which I was able to find great buys !!! Almost done with my annual flower potting etc. and can't wait to watch all my flowers grow and bloom through out the spring and summer season. Looking for great prices and wonderful selections, my recommendation is to visit the Brickyard Lowe's garden center. Enjoy your flowers and garden.
Your fellow friend and neighbor, Amelia :)

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  • Albert F. Opitz moved to the 36th ward 10yrs ago w/o leaving my hs

    If you're interested in a real project, come out to the Dunning-Read Conservation Area on Saturday, May 12, 9 to 12. be dressed for work, bring tools if you have them. They expect over 50 to show up.

  • Amelia L. Kabat A True Conservative and a Woman of Integrity

    Hi Albert !!! I would love to come, but, I am scheduled to work at the dental office that day :( One thing I dislike about having to work Saturdays because I miss out on things such as your project. However, I am grateful to be working, while a lot...

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    Hi Albert !!! I would love to come, but, I am scheduled to work at the dental office that day :( One thing I dislike about having to work Saturdays because I miss out on things such as your project. However, I am grateful to be working, while a lot of folks are not. I wish you all much success as you all will be hard at work and making our community beautiful. I am sorry I will be missing out, but, thank you all (ahead of time) for your hard work and dedication. Looking forward to my day off to swing by the Dunning-Read Conservation area and acknowledge all the volunteers hard work. Thanks, for the invite and make sure to drink plenty of H2o !!! :)

  • Albert F. Opitz moved to the 36th ward 10yrs ago w/o leaving my hs

    I haven't been going, except for photography, Arthritic knees slow me down. Get another new one later this year. p.s. The AICC will show a digital slide show at the Austin-Irving Library, June 6, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Next October, will be our last meeting. Membership is down and I want to retire for other persiuts.

Jun 15

Updated May 04

7 yr. resident

Stagnant Water

The neighbors and myself have contacted 311 and your office numerous times in the past regarding the sewer located at 5941 W. Waveland Ave. The owner has a handicapped spot that she can’t even park in. It is Monday 6/13/2011, we have had water sitting for 2 months now!! This water stinks, not only outside but also in our homes through the sewer system. I have seen the water dept. come check it numerous times but, nobody does a thing...

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The neighbors and myself have contacted 311 and your office numerous times in the past regarding the sewer located at 5941 W. Waveland Ave. The owner has a handicapped spot that she can’t even park in. It is Monday 6/13/2011, we have had water sitting for 2 months now!! This water stinks, not only outside but also in our homes through the sewer system. I have seen the water dept. come check it numerous times but, nobody does a thing about it. The problem is getting worse, Alderman Tim should take a ride by and check it out himself. Not only does it stink, I’m sure it’s unhealthy and will also be a great breeding place for mosquitoes. I myself have talked to Ald. Tim through everyblock recently about the rat problem we have in area, this could also be contributing to problem. Because the water is not going down sewer, when it rains bad, the grounds out here get so wet that it causes water to come in my basement, it has nowhere else to go. Something has to be done about this, it needs to be fixed. I hope you will help. This is a copy of e-mail I sent to Ald. Tim's office on Monday. Waiting to hear something.

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  • Kathy in 60634 7 yr. resident

    @Ald. Tim, they were here this afternoon, sucked up all the water, Checked the sewer out, did whatever they had to do and left. I hope the problems solved. That was a really fast response. We'll have to see how it goes next time it rains. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. LOL Have a nice day and again Thanks.

  • :O)

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From New Bike Racks - where did they come from?:

"Just curious about the new bike racks you see through Lakeview. They are cool colors and in the shape of a bike. I like them and just wondering if they were purchased by the city or some how locally. Any comments would be helpful?"

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