News-Star Editor Lorraine Swanson was booted from a community meeting tonight discussing how a rehab operation (run by Heartland Alliance) is being run from a residential building in Rogers Park. Residents of the building are furious. Read all about it at the "Broken Heart." Be sure to check out the video as well.

Published by Uptown Update on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Chicago's top hot spots for auto theft, according to the Chicago Police Department, are: Austin, Roseland, Englewood, South Shore, West Englewood, Near West Side, Auburn Gresham, Humboldt Park, Chicago Lawn, North Lawndale and Greater Grand Crossing.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Officers responding to a report of a battery at about 2 a.m. in the 9600 block of South Chappel Avenue found Scruggs lying unconscious outside his home in the South Deering area, police said. He was taken to Trinity Hospital, where he died about an hour later.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Jermaine Howze, 36, of the 2100 block of East 95th Place, was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the slaying of Gregory Scruggs, 46.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Alkoby of West Rogers Park said she plans to continue her research into perception of the building blocks for ASL words or hand shapes, possibly through post-doctoral work or a professorship.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Managers of Chicago’s Congress Plaza Hotel got an earful Thursday from protesters marking the fifth anniversary of a strike there.

Published by Chicago Public Radio on June 13, 2008.

Experience the Puerto Rican pride for yourself this year, when the parade kicks off Saturday at Columbus and Balbo at noon.

Published by NBC 5 on June 13, 2008.

White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen will be at the Binny's South Loop superstore (1132 S. Jefferson) from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. today for a meet-and-greet. Cost is $10 per person and the proceeds from the event will go to support the University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital. We're pretty sure that Guillen will swear at you for free if you offer unsolicited advice on tweaking the White Sox lineup.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Saturday morning at Kendall College (900 N. North Branch), LTHForum founding member Robert "VItal Information" Gardner will give a lecture on the localvore movement. "Be a Localvore, Put More Food On Your Table" will focus on what to look for at farmers markets and beyond into the dark days of winter. the 10 a.m. lecture costs $2.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Father's Day at Café Matou (1846 N. Milwaukee) will feature a two-entre; grill menu for $24 from 5-9 p.m.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Marigold (4832 N. Broadway) has a mixed grill thali special for Father's Day for $25.95

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Father's dining at Sola (3868 N. Lincoln) on their special day will not only leave well fed, they'll take home a golf ball with the restaurant's logo printed on it.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Father's dining at Viet Bistro (1346 W. Devon) on Father's Day will be treated to a complimentary martini and dessert.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Kitsch'n on Roscoe (2005 West Roscoe)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

The Artist's Cafe on South Michigan (412 S. Michigan, "mediocre food but hands-down one of the best people-watching spots in town." — Rob)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Bowman's (2201 W Montrose)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Bistro Campagne (4518 N Lincoln)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Bad Dog Tavern (4535 N Lincoln)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Tank Sushi (4514 N Lincoln, "fish with bus fumes! Mmmm." — Karl)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Duke of Perth (2913 N Clark)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Resi's (2034 W. Irving Park Rd.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Trader Todd's (3216 N Sheffield, "I like both eating and drinking in the back patio next to the sailboat and all the kitsch." — Ali)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Village Tap (2055 W Roscoe, a near-unanimous choice of the Chicagoist staff.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Lula Café (2537 N. Kedzie, "...(T)hey do have a nice patio on the square." — Jess)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

El Cid (2645 N. Kedzie)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Crust (2056 W Division St)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Le Creperie (2845 N Clark St.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Moody's (5910 N Broadway St., "DUH" — Rob)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Erba (4520 N Lincoln Ave.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Nuevo Mexicano (2914 N Clark St.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Joy's Noodle (3257 N Broadway St.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Ten Cat (3931 N Ashland Ave., "one of the most underrated beer gardens in the city" — your truly)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

The Cork & Kerry (10614 S Western Ave.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Franco's Ristorante during Sox games (300 W 31st St.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

The Fire Side Restaurant (5739 N Ravenswood Ave.)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

The rooftop seating at Plymouth Restaurant (327 S. Plymouth Court)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

The rooftop at Pegasus (130 S. Halsted)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Cuatro (2030 S Wabash, "I absolutely love watching people flock by while drinking their bloody mary made with cachaca." — yours truly)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Café Bionda on South State (1924 S. State, "The better of the two locations by a long shot. Before he was convicted you stood a good chance of seeing Tony Rezko leaving his townhome across the street.")

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Sheffield's (3258 N Sheffield)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Weeds (1555 N Dayton)

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

By Staff, June 13, 2008 (Crain’s) — News that upscale Minneapolis restaurant chain Oceanaire Seafood Room has agreed to open its first Chicago location at the office tower under construction at 353 N. Clark St. was the most popular story on ChicagoRealEstateDaily.com this week. Here are the top five as of Friday morning:

Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 13, 2008.

Michael Kors to open 2 stores at 900 N. Michigan

Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 13, 2008.

Ja's Jerk Chicken, 2806 W. Lake, 773-533-5375

Published by Chicago Reader on June 13, 2008.

The facility is at 1150 N. North Branch Street (two blocks east of the Kennedy at Division), and open Tuesdays from 7:00am - 12:00pm, Thursdays from 2:00pm - 7:00pm, and the first Saturday of the month from 8:00am - 3:00pm.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Opening reception for Hope in a Hard Place takes place this evening, June 13, from 6-10 p.m., 1932 S Halsted, Fountainhead Lofts Building, #408

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

Mike Russow lives in a tough world. Whether it's his job as a Chicago Police officer working the Englewood District or his passion as a rising mixed martial arts star, Russow never is far away from conflict and danger.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

If you just want to get an eyeful, the planned viewing point is at Halsted & Belmont this year, and event planners estimate that the arrival time will be around 10:15 p.m., so put your voyeur hats on and get those cameras ready. Tomorrow night's weather looks pretty precipitation-free so far, so maybe we should break out the cheetah thong and lube up the ol' Schwinn. For more photos — which is what you're really looking for anyway — featuring dozens of people shakin' what their momma gave 'em, check this out. But think twice if you're still at work.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

An unidentified teen was pronounced dead at Children’s Memorial Hospital at 6:03 p.m., according to a Cook County Medical Examiner’s office spokesman.The teen’s identity is being withheld pending family notification, according to the spokesman, who said the teen was a passenger on a motorbike that was involved in a crash with a car at Belmont and Olcott Avenues.

Published by NBC 5 on June 13, 2008.

Gay, lesbian and transgender city employees who go to California, Massachusetts or other states to get legally married would keep their domestic partner benefits under an ordinance introduced this week by Chicago's first openly gay alderman. Alderman Tom Tunney (44th Ward) proposed the change in the wake of a recent California court decision affirming gay marriage.

Published by NBC 5 on June 13, 2008.

The Fire Department responded at 11:18 a.m. to 3743 W. Sunnyside Ave. for a possible drowning victim, according to Fire Media Affairs Asst. Director Eve Rodriguez.

Published by NBC 5 on June 13, 2008.

The driver of the Number 43 bus was attacked after she made a stop near 42nd and Oakenwald late Thursday night.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 13, 2008.

Clint Miceli, 22, was killed Monday when a motorist opened a car door in front of his bicycle in the 900-block of North LaSalle. He struck the door and that impact sent him into the other lane, where he was struck by a vehicle.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 13, 2008.

In yet another setback to development of Block 37 in the Loop, WBBM-Channel 2 has postponed the launch of its multimillion-dollar broadcast center at 22 W. Washington.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

While executive offices and some other departments have already made the move, Channel 2 will continue to broadcast out of its current studios in the 86-year-old cavern at 630 N. McClurg Ct.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Tonight, the Chicago Arts District is hosting their “2nd Fridays Gallery Night,” which includes monthly receptions at art galleries up and down Halsted Ave. in Pilsen. Over 35 galleries and artists’ studios will be opening their doors. Events map available for pickup at 1821 S Halsted.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

If you, like us, live directly across the street from Humboldt Park, you already knew this, but the annual Puerto Rican Day Parade is upon us! It kicks off tomorrow at noon at Columbus and Balbo.

Published by Chicagoist on June 13, 2008.

It looks like the proposed $1.1 billion Olympic Village will be making the move west -- from a site that would have been built using air rights over a truck-staging area for McCormick Place, to the soon-to-be-shuttered campus of Michael Reese Hospital.

Published by Fox News Chicago on June 13, 2008.

It looks like the proposed $1.1 billion Olympic Village will be making the move west -- from a site that would have been built using air rights over a truck-staging area for McCormick Place, to the soon-to-be-shuttered campus of Michael Reese Hospital.

Published by Fox News Chicago on June 13, 2008.

Originally, under the air-rights idea, $50 million in fees would be paid by private Olympic Village developers to help cover the cost of an Olympic Stadium in Washington Park. How that figure would be covered under a move to the Reese site was unclear Thursday.

Published by Fox News Chicago on June 13, 2008.

"It gives me peace of mind for my daughter to have this because anything can happen when they're a child," said Kruse, a former waitress from Albany Park. "It's sad that more people don't know about it."

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Before naptime Thursday morning, a bunch of New Eastside nannies lugged local rugrats to the Grant Park playground that Mayor Daley bullied the City Council into letting his wealthy friends replace with their pet project -- the relocated Chicago Children's Museum.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

"If not here, where will we take them?" Nanny Marta says. "All we have is the water park and one playground on Chicago and Michigan. That is too far."

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

For meat, she shops at wholesalers, where she has found whole roasted chickens for $3.99 and fresh ground turkey for 1.99 a pound. She likes shopping at Columbus Meat Market and Peoria Packing Butcher Shop on the near west side, she noted.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Forming a circle during Tuesday's "Shout-Out for Schools" rally at Soldier Field, they stood, bowed in silence, behind the artful designs bearing children's names, schools, photos and inscriptions.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

A 14-year-old boy was killed and a 20-year-old man was injured late Thursday afternoon when their motorbike slammed into a garage on the city's Northwest Side. A third person reportedly aboard the motorbike fled the 3200 block of North Olcott.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

“They're going to try to make me into a scary guy,” Obama told a crowd of about 90 supporters at an elegant private home in Lincoln Park. “They’re even trying to make Michelle into a scary person.”

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

About 30 dogs were seized from a house at 7114 S. Oakley Ave., according to Cook County Sheriff’s Dept. spokesman Lonny Levin.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

The latest fatality occurred Monday in the 900 block of North LaSalle Street. Cyclist Clinton Miceli, 22, slammed into an open SUV door, was thrown from his bike and then struck by a second car while riding down a bike lane.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

The following day, a rider collided with a CTA bus at Broadway and Patterson in Lake View.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

After the arrest, Berger called Johnson into Berger’s City Hall office, frisked him, warned him to be more careful and threatened to “get” Johnson if the inspector ratted him out, according to the plea agreement. Johnson has pleaded guilty.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Letters that arrived at Georges’ City Hall office and Preckwinkle’s South Side ward office “appear to have the same packaging” and handwriting as letters mailed earlier this week to four other elected officials, Bond said. Firefighters came to City Hall to take the Georges’ letter away.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

The dead boy was identified Friday morning as Kamil Wawer of the 7600 block of West Belmont Avenue. He had been taken to Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago, where he was pronounced dead a short time after the crash, according to a spokeswoman for the Cook County medical examiner's office.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

As they emerged from the alley, the bike was hit by a 2002 Jeep Liberty headed south on Olcott. The impact sent the motorbike careering into the northeast corner of Andy's Auto repair shop at 7500 W. Belmont Ave., police said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Those two plus a 15-year-old girl were on a Suzuki Burgman 400 motorbike in an alley in the 3200 block of North Olcott Avenue in the Belmont Heights neighborhood, police said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Meanwhile, the other victim, 21, died more than a week after being shot multiple times in a drive-by shooting while visiting friends near West 99th and South Carpenter Streets.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Shortly before 3 a.m., officers responded to a call of gunfire at the CHA's Dearborn Homes, 2900 S. State St., and discovered the man shot in the chest and abdomen, according to Chicago police, who could not provide further information.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

Another man died overnight after he was wounded more than a week ago in a drive-by shooting in the Far South Side's Washington Heights neighborhood.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 13, 2008.

The Mansion, 2408 N. Kedzie, (773) 276-1099

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

After making so many friends over the years, the Empty Bottle (1035 N. Western) just couldn't find the time and space to fit everyone in anymore. So, in the past few years the club has expanded its reach by bringing "Empty Bottle presents..." shows to other venues in the city.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Located just down the street from the Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N. Kedzie), The Mansion feels similar, only smaller. Expect a very hip and diverse line-up of acts; recent shows have included experimental art-rockers Shearwater and local marching-band heroes Mucca Pazza.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

AV-Aerie, 2000 W. Fulton, (312) 738-2140 Formerly known as the Open End Gallery, this warehouse space on the Near West Side was one of the first spots implemented to launch the expanded Empty Bottle booking empire.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Heaven Gallery, 1550 N. Milwaukee, (773) 342-4597 After opening in the late '90s in the Flat Iron Building, Heaven Gallery moved across the street to its current home above Labinski Furniture in 2000.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

South Union Arts, 1352 S. Union South Union Arts is easily the city's most unique venue to emerge on the scene since the days of the original Fireside Bowl, so it's not surprising that one of the key figures in putting this space on the local music map was none other than ex-Fireside booker Brian Peterson, who does business these days as "MP Shows."

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

While not a full-time music venue, the Hungry Brain has become a hot spot in the local underground scene thanks to its "Transmission" series of improvisational jazz on Sunday nights.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Lampo, 216 W. Chicago, (312) 282-7676 For truly avant-garde and outsider sounds, Lampo is not just one of the best spots in the city, it's one of the top destinations in the country.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Elastic, 2830 N. Milwaukee, (773) 772-3616 This Logan Square space is programmed by the Elastic Arts Foundation (EAF), which has been hosting live music and art events since 1998.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Cal's Liquors, 400 S. Wells, (312) 922-6392 One of Chicago's grittiest rock bars is located in the most unlikely of areas: the South Loop.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Evil Olive, 1551 W. Division The swank decor maximizes the beautiful loft space and makes you feel like you're somewhere special.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Innjoy, 2051 W. Division A barwide discussion of old karate movies is not out of the question, nor is seeing such flicks on one of the many TVs lining the walls.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.

Picante, 2016 W. Division For a late-night taco fix after hitting the bars, Picante is the best game within stumbling distance.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 13, 2008.