News articles on June 26, 2008
177 news articles
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2150 S Laflin St
School officials fear new budget will be lean on capital
The projects include $22.5 million for an addition at Juarez High School at 2150 S. Laflin St.; $3.5 million for renovations at Spencer Math and Science Academy at 214 N. Lavergne Ave.; $3.6 million to renovate Parkside Community Academy at 6938 S. East End Ave.; and $2.6 million to renovate Harper High School at 6520 S. Wood St. Williams says CPS will use $50 million of its reserves to cover half the cost of a 4 percent increase in teachers' salaries mandated under the district's new contract with the teachers' union.
Published by Chi-Town Daily News on June 26, 2008.
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214 N Lavergne Ave
School officials fear new budget will be lean on capital
The projects include $22.5 million for an addition at Juarez High School at 2150 S. Laflin St.; $3.5 million for renovations at Spencer Math and Science Academy at 214 N. Lavergne Ave.; $3.6 million to renovate Parkside Community Academy at 6938 S. East End Ave.; and $2.6 million to renovate Harper High School at 6520 S. Wood St. Williams says CPS will use $50 million of its reserves to cover half the cost of a 4 percent increase in teachers' salaries mandated under the district's new contract with the teachers' union.
Published by Chi-Town Daily News on June 26, 2008.
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6938 S East End Ave
School officials fear new budget will be lean on capital
The projects include $22.5 million for an addition at Juarez High School at 2150 S. Laflin St.; $3.5 million for renovations at Spencer Math and Science Academy at 214 N. Lavergne Ave.; $3.6 million to renovate Parkside Community Academy at 6938 S. East End Ave.; and $2.6 million to renovate Harper High School at 6520 S. Wood St. Williams says CPS will use $50 million of its reserves to cover half the cost of a 4 percent increase in teachers' salaries mandated under the district's new contract with the teachers' union.
Published by Chi-Town Daily News on June 26, 2008.
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6520 S Wood St
School officials fear new budget will be lean on capital
The projects include $22.5 million for an addition at Juarez High School at 2150 S. Laflin St.; $3.5 million for renovations at Spencer Math and Science Academy at 214 N. Lavergne Ave.; $3.6 million to renovate Parkside Community Academy at 6938 S. East End Ave.; and $2.6 million to renovate Harper High School at 6520 S. Wood St. Williams says CPS will use $50 million of its reserves to cover half the cost of a 4 percent increase in teachers' salaries mandated under the district's new contract with the teachers' union.
Published by Chi-Town Daily News on June 26, 2008.
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802 W Washington Blvd
Quick Bites
David Tamarkin at Time Out Chicago profiles Craig Perman, owner of Perman Wine Company in the West Loop and his monthly offering of six wines for $60. Perman Wine is located at 802 W. Washington, 312-666-4417.
Published by Chicagoist on June 26, 2008.
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1100 block of North Spaulding
Stepdad's alleged gang ties probed in Josue shooting
Josue Torres Jr.'s stepfather, Carlos Feliciano, had just stepped out of a van the boy was in Monday when the shooting started in the 1100 block of North Spaulding. Josue was shot several times in the abdomen.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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435 N. Michigan
Trib Tower going on market?
Tribune Co. Chairman Sam Zell didn't take long to cast his calculating eyes on the company's signature tower at 435 N. Michigan.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Stroger Hospital
Victim of Stroger hospital cops gets $425K
An elderly stroke victim beaten by Stroger Hospital police is set to receive a $425,000 settlement from Cook County government.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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5000 block of West Jackson
West Side gets Catholic school
The $27 million high school, in the 5000 block of West Jackson in the Austin neighborhood on the city's West Side is being built to serve those who wouldn't otherwise be able to afford a private education.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Cristo Rey Jesuit High School
West Side gets Catholic school
Following a model set forth by Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Pilsen, students at Christ the King -- who will attend classes in temporary space at St. Martin De Porres grammar school on West Washington until their new school is finished sometime in late 2009 -- will work at Chicago-area businesses five days a month to offset around 75 percent of the $10,000 annual tuition. Companies will pay the school directly.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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713 W. Wrightwood
City warns residents to check porches
Thirteen young people died shortly after midnight on June 29, 2003, when a three-story porch pancaked to the ground at 713 W. Wrightwood. Five annual inspections did not flag the allegedly unpermitted, oversized porch that collapsed on that fateful night.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Englewood
'Remarkable progress' in CPS teacher caliber
Tiffany Mohiser, a Purdue University graduate who had decent ACT scores, says teaching third grade in an Englewood school was tough. Four fights broke out in her classroom on her first day of work.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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2300 block of East 85th Street
Metro briefs
The lawsuit alleges that officers used excessive force against Shapell Terrell, 39. Terrell was shot about 1 a.m. Sunday in the 2300 block of East 85th Street. Nina Eskridge and Shapell Terrell Jr., two of Shapell Terrell's six children, and his father, James Terrell, filed claim in the lawsuit that he was unarmed and that shooting him was "excessive" and "unreasonable."
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Wrigley Field
Buyers question value of Wrigley
The Tribune Co. has pushed back the deadline for interested buyers to bid on the Cubs, Wrigley Field or both amid questions about the opportunity for continued revenue growth at the 94-year-old shrine of Major League Baseball.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Hillock Avenue and Lock Street
Daley friend buys controversial Bubbly Creek property
Businessman Michael Tadin is paying $4.5 million for the property at Hillock Avenue and Lock Street near Bubbly Creek in Bridgeport, the Daley family's power base. MMT Investments Inc., a company controlled by Tadin and his son, Michael Jr., beat out two others for the property during bidding last week at a public auction.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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3700 block of North Paris Avenue
Injured motorcyclist gets DUI citation
Szyrszen, of the 3700 block of North Paris Avenue, was cited for driving under the influence, having no insurance, speeding and driving on a suspended or revoked license, according to Greer.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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7000 West Addison Street
Injured motorcyclist gets DUI citation
Dariusz Szyrszen, 32, remained at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge after the 4:30 p.m. Wednesday crash in the 7000 West Addison Street, Officer Amina Greer said.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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100 block of North Pine Avenue
Woman seriously injured in Austin fire
The blaze broke out about 8:45 p.m. in a two-story brick residence in the 100 block of North Pine Avenue, Chicago Fire Department spokeswoman Eve Rodriguez said. The fire appeared to have started on the second floor and spread to the first, she said.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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9200 block of South Blackstone Avenue
Man charged in fatal shooting at stoplight
Carlos C. Hensley, 30, of the 9200 block of South Blackstone Avenue has been charged with first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder, police said.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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9300 block of South Colfax Avenue.
Man charged in fatal shooting at stoplight
Kiana Green, 21, of the 9200 block of South Chappel Avenue died two days after she was shot about 11 p.m. May 26. Her boyfriend was critically wounded. The shootings occurred in the 9300 block of South Colfax Avenue.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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9200 block of South Chappel Avenue
Man charged in fatal shooting at stoplight
Kiana Green, 21, of the 9200 block of South Chappel Avenue died two days after she was shot about 11 p.m. May 26. Her boyfriend was critically wounded. The shootings occurred in the 9300 block of South Colfax Avenue.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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Trinity United Church of Christ
Priest who mocked Clinton stands by message
In a guest sermon at Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago last month, the Rev. Michael Pfleger pretended he was Clinton crying over "a black man stealing my show."
Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 26, 2008.
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St. Sabina Church
Priest who mocked Clinton stands by message
Pfleger, who was asked by church officials to temporarily step down from his pastoral duties at St. Sabina Church in Chicago after videos of his sermon caused in uproar, said he understands that some people might be offended by his comments on entitlements based on race.
Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 26, 2008.
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Wrigleyville
New Wrigleyville Proposal Striking Out With Some Fans, Residents
A building proposal in Wrigleyville could make some fans rather unhappy.
Published by NBC 5 on June 26, 2008.
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739 N. Clark
Weekend Warrior
Zed 451, 739 N. Clark For a flat fee, you'll be bombarded with meats and fish (we're talking slow-roasted short ribs and citrus salmon) at the River North location of this gourmet chain eatery.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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401 N. Wabash
Weekend Warrior
Rebar, 401 N. Wabash hough it's named after the building material used to reinforce concrete structures, this swanky bar and lounge in the Trump International Hotel & Tower doesn't resemble anything close to a construction site (come on, what did you expect?).
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Harry Caray's Tavern
Here's to Heath
Harry Caray's Tavern in Wrigleyville will host a viewing party for their former staffer Monday night. ''The Mole'' airs at 9 p.m. -- about the same time as the Cubs-Giants game. Savvy Harry Caray's CEO Grant DePorter wants to make it clear there will be plenty of sets turned to the game, despite the ''Mole'' viewing party.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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2047 North Milwaukee Ave.
Fitting tribute
The Fuego Mexican Grill and the V Live concert theater opens at 2047 North Milwaukee Ave. sometime in August. The first big name R&B act is none other than sensational singer/songwriter and multi-Grammy winner John Legend Sept. 6 for one night only.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Carmine's
Fitting tribute
The Doobie Brothers hung out at Carmine's Friday night after their concert with the rock group Chicago, and reminisced with the eatery's manager, George Gera.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Mity Nice Grill.
Fitting tribute
"Star Wars" George Lucas eating at Mity Nice Grill.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Humboldt Park
Shed light on records of cops in shootings
On Tuesday, even Supt. Jody Weis had had enough, and pointed out that the parents of an 8-year-old boy who was shot on in Humboldt Park were to blame.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Wrigley Field
Obama and Hillary -- together at last
Walter Brzeski, a Chicago reader, wants you to know that the beer at Wrigley Field and U.S. Cellular Field now costs 41 cents an ounce.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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U.S. Cellular Field
Obama and Hillary -- together at last
Walter Brzeski, a Chicago reader, wants you to know that the beer at Wrigley Field and U.S. Cellular Field now costs 41 cents an ounce.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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9200 South Blackstone Avenue
Man Charged In Murder Of Pregnant Woman
Carlos S. Hensley of 9200 South Blackstone Avenue was charged with one count each of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder, according to police News Affairs Officer John Henry. Hensley is scheduled to appear for a bond hearing in Violence Court (Br. 66) later Thursday.
Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on June 26, 2008.
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9231 S. Chappel Ave.
Man Charged In Murder Of Pregnant Woman
Green, 21, of 9231 S. Chappel Ave., was pronounced dead at 2:05 p.m. May 26 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's office.
Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on June 26, 2008.
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West Rogers Park
More leadership needed on Devon Avenue: study
Members of the South Asian-American Policy and Research Institute presented the fruits of a year-long effort to take a fresh look at the needs, challenges and opportunities affecting West Rogers Park's most vibrant commercial district.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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7313-15 N. Sheridan Road
'We want to give him the strength to say no'
A group of Rogers Park residents who live east of Sheridan Road are circulating a petition opposing a zoning change for a proposed seven-story, residential rental building at 7313-15 N. Sheridan Road.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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Rogers Park
Rogers Park, Edgewater residents shoot down Friends of the Parks' lakefront plan
While it seems that these leisurely activities are pastimes that should be taken for granted, some residents of Rogers Park and Edgewater currently find themselves scrambling to preserve them.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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Edgewater
Rogers Park, Edgewater residents shoot down Friends of the Parks' lakefront plan
While it seems that these leisurely activities are pastimes that should be taken for granted, some residents of Rogers Park and Edgewater currently find themselves scrambling to preserve them.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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1616 W. Howard
Gale may get Boys and Girls Club
Ald. Joe Moore, 49th, announced in an e-mail blast to ward constituents on Monday that a Chicago Boys and Girls Club may be headed to the long-delayed Gale Community Center at 1616 W. Howard.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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Milwaukee and Devon
Beware sex in New York
WHO DOESN'T HAVE FOND MEMORIES of the Superdawg Drive-in at Milwaukee and Devon? Lucky Wheeling will get a re-creation in Spring 2009. Owners Maurie and Flaurie Berman have been pleasing hot dog lovers for the past 60 years.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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22 W. Hubbard
Beware sex in New York
ACTOR JEREMY PIVEN and pal Bill Dec will host a benefit for the Piven Workshop June 28 at the Rockit bar at 22 W. Hubbard. Auction prizes include a walk-on role on Piven's Entourage. Tickets are $150. Call (847) 866-8049.
Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.
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The National Runaway Switchboard
Helping secure that ticket home
The National Runaway Switchboard, in the heart of Lake View, has been the country's communication and referral system for runaway and homeless youth since 1974.
Published by Lake View Booster on June 26, 2008.
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4100 N. Damen
At home in North Center
North Center Town Square, 4100 N. Damen
Published by Lake View Booster on June 26, 2008.
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3612 N. Southport
Away from everyday fashion
Made By Hand Designs 3612 N. Southport Lake View shop offers one-of-a-kind, handmade clothing
Published by Lake View Booster on June 26, 2008.
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Streeterville
Chamber finds its swagger
The Streeterville chamber defies expectations. For one thing, it's run by a former high school teacher and community organizer from Rogers Park with no previous experience as an executive director.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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900 N. Michigan Ave.
Golden anniversary for garden walk
At The Goldsmith Ltd., 900 N. Michigan Ave., jewelry designer/owner Sherry Bender has created an exquisite, one-of-a-kind, hand-assembled necklace inspired from graphic designer Stacy Sweat's garden walk poster and program floral design.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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850 N. Lake Shore Drive
Old wars at odd times
The agenda item was the old Lakeshore Athletic Club, 850 N. Lake Shore Drive, which was a college dormitory until 2005, when Northwestern University closed it.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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7000 block of West Addison Street
Police: Drunken Motorcyclist Nearly Loses Leg In Crash
A motorcycle driven by Dariusz Szyrszen collided with a car in the 7000 block of West Addison Street at about 4:35 p.m., according to police News Affairs reports.
Published by NBC 5 on June 26, 2008.
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3700 block of North Paris Avenue
Police: Drunken Motorcyclist Nearly Loses Leg In Crash
Szyrszen, 32, of the 3700 block of North Paris Avenue, was cited with DUI, no insurance, speeding and driving on a suspended or revoked driver's license, Greer said.The police Major Accident Investigation Unit is probing the crash.
Published by NBC 5 on June 26, 2008.
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119th and Perry
SCOTUS Gun Control Ruling Could Affect Chicago Ban
One such rally took place Wednesday night at 119th and Perry, where a 14-year-old was shot and killed over his bicycle. The boy's mother, along with city, state and religious leaders, turned out for the rally as the community struggles for solutions.
Published by NBC 5 on June 26, 2008.
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E. Roosevelt Rd. & S. Indiana Ave.
Commission Approves Height for $1B Towers
The height for Grant Park Three, which will have 73 stories, was increased from 620 feet to 790 feet, Fogelson says. Sales for the building, at the southwest corner of East Roosevelt Road and South Indiana Avenue, is expected to begin next year. Construction will begin once half of the units are sold, which is expected to be at the beginning of 2010, he tells GlobeSt.com. Construction is estimated to take 30 months with first occupancies at the end of 2012 or beginning of 2013.
Published by GlobeSt on June 26, 2008.
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S. Michigan Ave. & E. Roosevelt Rd.
Commission Approves Height for $1B Towers
The height for Grant Park Four, which will have 83 stories, was increased from 750 feet to 900 feet, Fogelson says. A timeline has not been set yet for when sales of the units or construction will begin for the Four building, which will be at the southeast corner of Roosevelt Road and South Michigan Avenue, he says. Central Station LLC decided to increase the heights of the buildings because both the developers and the city have a desire for taller and more slender buildings, Fogelson says. It is the exact same amount of FAR as was previously approved, he says. The two buildings will have a total of 795 units with a mixture of one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom units in addition to penthouses. Sales prices for the units range from $350,000 to more than $2.5 million.
Published by GlobeSt on June 26, 2008.
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S. Columbus Dr. & E. Roosevelt Dr.
Commission Approves Height for $1B Towers
A 62-story building, at Roosevelt Road and Columbus Drive, with about 280 units has been completed and people are moving in as we speak, Fogelson says. A 53-story building at Roosevelt Road and Indiana Avenue, which will have about 275 units, is currently under construction. Its first occupancies will be at the end of 2009 through the first two quarters of 2010, Fogelson tells GlobeSt.com.
Published by GlobeSt on June 26, 2008.
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1550 N State Pky
Former converter starts vulture fund
Other condo conversions followed, including the 46-unit apartment building at 1550 N. State Parkway in 1976. He expanded to other cities in the 1980s, with conversions in Philadelphia, New York, Florida and Atlanta.
Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 26, 2008.
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55 W Wacker Dr
Lung non-profit buys office condo
(Crain’s) — The American Lung Assn. of Illinois-Greater Chicago is moving its headquarters to 55 W. Wacker Drive, where it bought 7,135 square feet of office space.
Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 26, 2008.
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150 N Wacker Dr
Lung non-profit buys office condo
The lung organization will consolidate offices at 150 N. Wacker Drive, where it leases about 1,700 square feet, and in Oakbrook Terrace. In the western suburb, the group has a contract to sell a 4,390-square-foot office condo it owns at 1 Transam Plaza Drive, Mr. Ochalski says.
Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 26, 2008.
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435 N Michigan Ave
Will Tribune Tower sale miss the market?
A sales price for the landmark skyscraper at 435 N. Michigan Ave. could reach $222 million, but estimates vary widely because of the uncertainty in the real estate market and unanswered questions about Tribune’s plans.
Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 26, 2008.
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500 N Michigan Ave
Will Tribune Tower sale miss the market?
At the low end, the 940,000-square-foot tower could be worth about $142 million, based on the 2006 sale of a nearby, low-profile office building. In 2006, 500 N. Michigan Ave. sold for $49 million, or $152 a square foot, according to real estate research firm CoStar Group.
Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 26, 2008.
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444 N Michigan Ave
Will Tribune Tower sale miss the market?
A German investment firm in 2006 paid that price per square foot for 444 N. Michigan Ave., CoStar says.
Published by Chicago Real Estate Daily on June 26, 2008.
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6200 Bloomingdale Ave.
Y-Friends event gets youth to work together
Y-Friends, a 6-year-old, community-based non-profit, trains youth for leadership in the community, school and workplace. An overflow crowd of young teenagers, last Saturday, gathered at Amundsen Park, 6200 Bloomingdale Ave. for a day filled with workshops, basketball tournaments, video game and Double Dutch competitions, and Creative Arts Ministry.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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5701 W. Jackson Blvd.
Bras, breast cancer, a good fit
Loretto Hospital, along with the Illinois Department of Public Health's "Ticket for a Cure" and the Rotary Club of Chicago, presented a free bra-fitting, called "Support that Inspires," last Saturday at the Columbus Park Refectory, 5701 W. Jackson Blvd.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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401 N. Cicero
Ford hosts hearing for school
The ongoing debate about the viability of the Brach site at 401 N. Cicero as a possible high school location also came up. Rev. Lewis Flowers, CEO of the Westside Ministers Coalition, defended Ald. Ed Smith (28), who's come under fire from some activists for his support of a TIF deal to a developer planning to build a distribution complex at the site.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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231 N. Pine
Ford hosts hearing for school
The former Austin High School, 231 N. Pine, currently houses three charter schools.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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4651 W. Madison
Ford hosts hearing for school
Jack Wuest, executive director of the Alternative Schools Network, explained his school system, and he brought students from the Academy for Scholastic Achievement, a charter school in Austin at 4651 W. Madison.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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401 N. Cicero
Brach site school plan submitted
Community backers for a high school to be built at the Brach site at 401 N. Cicero in Austin are floating their own proposal for the location-a sprawling campus with multiple buildings, green space and athletic fields.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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1140 N. Lamon
Brach site school plan submitted
Ford hosted a hearing on a new high school for Austin on Monday at the Bethel New Life Center, 1140 N. Lamon. The Austin state rep is urging the community to consider other options.
Published by Austin Weekly News on June 26, 2008.
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C’est Si Bon
Leaving A Bad Taste
C’est Si Bon received five temperature violations, including one for storing 25 pounds of catfish, 15 pounds of meatballs and 33 pounds of Cajun rice around 100 degrees. Inspectors noted that ice bags were sitting on top of the food and melting into the open food containers.
Published by Chicago Reporter on June 26, 2008.
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Star of Siam
Leaving A Bad Taste
One restaurant, Star of Siam, was cited for storing an open container of vinegar next to an open container of bleach. Another, La Justicia, was cited for storing enchilada sauce in a container that read “dish soap.”
Published by Chicago Reporter on June 26, 2008.
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La Justicia
Leaving A Bad Taste
One restaurant, Star of Siam, was cited for storing an open container of vinegar next to an open container of bleach. Another, La Justicia, was cited for storing enchilada sauce in a container that read “dish soap.”
Published by Chicago Reporter on June 26, 2008.
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Pars Cove
Leaving A Bad Taste
The 10 plaintiffs in the lawsuits are among the 191 people who were confirmed to have cases of salmonella traced back to contaminated hummus prepared at the Pars Cove booth, Ruohonen said.
Published by Chicago Reporter on June 26, 2008.
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2324 Charleston
New Construction Trolley Tour: This Time in Streeterville
McMansion Developers Under Stress: 2322 and 2324 Charleston
Published by Crib Chatter on June 26, 2008.
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4712 N. Paulina
New Construction Trolley Tour: This Time in Streeterville
1930s Vintage Without the High Assessments: 4712 N. Paulina
Published by Crib Chatter on June 26, 2008.
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201 W. Grand
Forget Helmut Jahn: Live in Contemporaine at 201 W. Grand
If you go on certain of the Chicago Architecture Foundation’s walking tours, you might hear them mention Contemporaine, the concrete modern “masterpiece” at 201 W. Grand in River North.
Published by Crib Chatter on June 26, 2008.
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1234 North Dearborn
Gold Coast Coach House Reduced $13k: 1234 N. Dearborn
Remember the Gold Coast coach house at 1234 North Dearborn that was in foreclosure that we chattered about in early May?
Published by Crib Chatter on June 26, 2008.
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Carmine's
Cop shop
The Doobie Brothers were seen enjoying Brick Chicken in the bar at Carmine's Thursday night.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Gene & Georgetti's
Cop shop
Actor Johnny "Public Enemies" Depp spotted checking out the old black-and-white photographs at Gene & Georgetti's last week while dining with film producer Jerry "Top Gun" Bruckheimer. "It was very cool to meet Captain Jack Sparrow," said restaurant spokeswoman Michelle Durpetti, who said Depp shook hands with the entire staff before leaving at 2 a.m.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Underground
Cop shop
White Sox players Jermaine Dye and Octavia Dotel at the Underground Saturday night with Chicago Cubs Alfonso Soriano and Ronny Cedeno .
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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9200 South Blackstone Avenue
Man charged in murder of pregnant woman
Carlos S. Hensley of 9200 South Blackstone Avenue was charged with one count each of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder, according to police News Affairs Officer John Henry.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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9300 block of South Colfax Avenue
Man charged in murder of pregnant woman
Hensley is accused of fatally shooting Kiana Green, 21, and injuring a 27-year-old man on May 24 in the 9300 block of South Colfax Avenue. Green died of her injuries on May 26.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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9200 block of S. Chappel Ave.
Man charged in murder of pregnant woman
Green, 21, of the 9200 block of S. Chappel Ave., was pronounced dead at 2:05 p.m. May 26 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's office.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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Alinea
Alinea No.1 in Zagat's latest Chicago survey; Tallgrass saluted too
Alinea (1723 N. Halsted St.), whose chef/partner, Grant Achatz (center, photo left, with his team), won the James Beard Foundation Outstanding Chef award earlier this month, leaped to first place (up from fifth) in the Food, Service and Decor ratings.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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1006 S. State St.
Alinea No.1 in Zagat's latest Chicago survey; Tallgrass saluted too
It’s a good day for Tallgrass (1006 S. State St., Lockport), as well; the fine-dining French restaurant in southwest-suburban Lockport tied Alinea in the Food and Service categories.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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2800 N. Pulaski Rd.
Alinea No.1 in Zagat's latest Chicago survey; Tallgrass saluted too
The survey also says: Smoque BBQ (2800 N. Pulaski Rd.) is the top barbecue house in town, Barrington Country Bistro (700 W. Northwest Highway, Barrington), hangs onto its top Bistro perch, Artopolis (306 S. Halsted St.) is Greektown’s new No. 1 and Spacca Napoli (1769 W. Sunnyside Ave.) is atop Chicago’s pizza heap.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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306 S. Halsted St.
Alinea No.1 in Zagat's latest Chicago survey; Tallgrass saluted too
The survey also says: Smoque BBQ (2800 N. Pulaski Rd.) is the top barbecue house in town, Barrington Country Bistro (700 W. Northwest Highway, Barrington), hangs onto its top Bistro perch, Artopolis (306 S. Halsted St.) is Greektown’s new No. 1 and Spacca Napoli (1769 W. Sunnyside Ave.) is atop Chicago’s pizza heap.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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1769 W. Sunnyside Ave.
Alinea No.1 in Zagat's latest Chicago survey; Tallgrass saluted too
The survey also says: Smoque BBQ (2800 N. Pulaski Rd.) is the top barbecue house in town, Barrington Country Bistro (700 W. Northwest Highway, Barrington), hangs onto its top Bistro perch, Artopolis (306 S. Halsted St.) is Greektown’s new No. 1 and Spacca Napoli (1769 W. Sunnyside Ave.) is atop Chicago’s pizza heap.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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166 E. Superior St.
Marcus Samuelsson's C-House sets sail
C-House (Affinia Hotel, 166 E. Superior St., 312-523-0923), the Marcus Samuelsson restaurant that has been breakfast-only for the last month, is now open breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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3450 N. Southport
Four beauty experts recommend products to use during a crisis
Benefit Cosmetics, which operates several Chicago boutiques and just opened another one at 3450 N. Southport, specializes in what they call "fake-it" products.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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401 N. Wabash
Four beauty experts recommend products to use during a crisis
Try: Kate Somerville ExfoliKate, $85 at katesomerville.com and the Trump Hotel Spa, 401 N. Wabash.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 26, 2008.
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3600 block of N. Clark
Pepper spray used in restaurant
Keith D. Kristinat, 26, of Chicago, was arrested for reckless conduct in the 3600 block of N. Clark on June 21 at 3:22 p.m., while leaving the Cubs/Sox game.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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200 block of E. Ontario
Pepper spray used in restaurant
Robert Jones, 42, of Chicago, was arrested and charged in connection with an armed robbery where multiple victims were pepper-sprayed at a restaurant in the 200 block of E. Ontario.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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100 block of W. Chicago Avenue
Pepper spray used in restaurant
The report states that the officer grabbed Kristinat's arm in order to stop him from walking out in front of the bus, but Kristinat struggled and refused to stop.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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700 block of N. Rush Street
Pepper spray used in restaurant
Two women, ages 19 and 20, were standing in the 700 block of N. Rush Street, when a middle-aged woman began yelling insults at them from her car, including "You're so ugly!" The victims claimed that the woman then accelerated her car in reverse, taking aim at them.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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400 block of W. Diversey
Pepper spray used in restaurant
A burglary occurred on the 400 block of W. Diversey on June 17 at 10:20 p.m. Police reports say that the 28-year-old male victim woke up on the couch and saw a middle aged man in sweat pants going through the desk in the corner and holding a steak knife.
Published by Skyline on June 26, 2008.
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Calumet Heights
Man charged with killing pregnant woman
Carlos Hensley is charged with first degree murder and attempted murder. He is accused of fatally shooting 21-year-old Kiana Green as she sat in a car at a stop light in Calumet Heights neighborhood on May 24. Green died two days later.
Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on June 26, 2008.
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5153 N Ashland Ave
Horrible = Hilarious
The series runs each Thursday night at 8 through July 31. Tickets are $10; $2 off for student with ID and repeat customers. The Neo-Futurarium is at 5153 N. Ashland.
Published by Chicagoist on June 26, 2008.
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4839 N Central Ave
Police Shoot Man Using Crutch as 'Deadly Weapon'
At 1:38 a.m., Forest View police responded to the 3rd Down, 4839 Central Ave., for a disturbance and possible bar fight, Forest View police Chief Larry Brouk said.
Published by Fox News Chicago on June 26, 2008.
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4839 N Central Ave
Police Shoot Man Using Crutch as 'Deadly Weapon'
At 1:38 a.m., Forest View police responded to the 3rd Down, 4839 Central Ave., for a disturbance and possible bar fight, Forest View police Chief Larry Brouk said.
Published by Fox News Chicago on June 26, 2008.
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10400 block of South Whipple Avenue
Man charged with impersonating city worker in robbery scam
The Cook County state's attorney's office and the Chicago Police Department say Miller and two others knocked on the front door of home in the 10400 block of South Whipple Avenue. When the 93-year-old occupant answered, he was told the crew needed to go inside to turn off a water valve in the basement.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.
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3000 block of West Fullerton Avenue
Man charged with impersonating city worker in robbery scam
Walter Miller of the 3000 block of West Fullerton Avenue was arrested Tuesday on residential burglary charges and appeared in Bond Court Wednesday.
Published by Chicago Tribune on June 26, 2008.