Relatives at Banks' last known address in the 4200 block of South Indiana Avenue said Thursday that he runs a clothing line called Geosuff. Mannequins in black evening dresses were scattered around the apartment, and five sewing machines filled one room.

Published by Chicago Tribune on September 5, 2008.

...Park, 35 S. Michigan, flagged down police and pointed out Reginald McClendon, 38, of the 5000 block of south King Dr. McClendon had allegedly followed a woman for over a mile and yelled, "I'm going...

Published by Chicago Journal on September 4, 2008.

A 19-year-old woman was standing alone on the street at 3657 S. Indiana Ave. across the street from her home about 12:15 a.m. Saturday when she was...

Published by Fox News Chicago on September 2, 2008.

...her home about 12:15 a.m. Saturday when she was shot. Briahna Williams of 3656 S. Indiana Ave. suffered gunshot wounds to the head and knee. She was pronounced dead at Stroger Hospital...

Published by Fox News Chicago on September 2, 2008.

...55-year-old man and a 60-year-old man got into an argument near 46th Street and Indiana Avenue. The dispute may have been a territorial dispute between the men, who both sell loose...

Published by Fox News Chicago on September 2, 2008.

The incident occurred about 1 a.m. near the intersection of South Indiana Avenue and East 46th Street, according to a Wentworth District police lieutenant, who said a 50-year-old man “got into a beef” with a 60-year-old man.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on September 1, 2008.

William Slater, 55, of the 4500 block of South King Drive, was charged with one count of aggravated battery after allegedly striking a 60-year-old "acquaintance" with a hatchet during a verbal dispute, police said Monday.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on September 1, 2008.

The incident occurred about 1 a.m. Sunday near the intersection of South Indiana Avenue and East 46th Street, according to a Wentworth District police lieutenant, who said the two men “got into a beef” with each other.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on September 1, 2008.

William Slater, 55, of the 4500 block of South Martin Luther King Drive, was  charged with one count of aggravated battery after striking a 60-year-old "acquaintance" with a hatchet during a verbal dispute, police said Monday.

Published by Fox News Chicago on September 1, 2008.

The incident occurred about 1 a.m. Sunday near the intersection of South Indiana Avenue and East 46th Street, according to a Wentworth District police lieutenant, who said the two men “got into a beef” with each other.

Published by Fox News Chicago on September 1, 2008.

The shooting happened about 12:15 a.m. at 3657 S. Indiana Ave., according to police News Affairs Officer Amina Greer. She did not yet know the person's age or gender, but said the victim was taken to John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County in serious condition.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on August 30, 2008.

At the show’s beginning, the designers are whisked away to a rooftop at 142 W 31st St for what they hope is going to be some big celebrity sighting. Instead, it’s...

Published by Time Out Chicago on August 28, 2008.

3907 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, IN

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on August 25, 2008.

3907 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso, IN

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on August 22, 2008.

GOD'S HOUSE for all Nations Church "Back to School and Stop the Violence" rally is Saturday, from noon till 6 p.m. at 518 E. Oakwood Blvd., featuring Kim Stratton, Venus Fridge and Cliff Dubose. School supplies will be given away.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on August 21, 2008.

September 20, 10 am - 5 pm IIT s McCormick Tribune Campus Center (3201 South State St.)

Published by Chicagoist on August 20, 2008.

People should bring their valid 2008 gun turn-in rain check to Chicago Police Headquarters at 3510 S. Michigan Ave. from Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Published by NBC 5 on August 19, 2008.

Police said Jackson was the victim of a May 30 aggravated battery at All Faith Pavilion in the 3500 block of South Giles Avenue.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on August 15, 2008.

At the Corpus Christi Catholic Church, the parade brought a bit of controversy. Members were angered when 10 portable toilets were set up in front of their building on King Drive near East 49th Street.

Published by Chicago Tribune on August 10, 2008.

The parade is geared toward promoting togetherness for African-American families. This year's Bud Billiken parade boasts some 320 entries like marching bands, floats and dancers. But the crowds will not see another usual attraction - no live concerts at Washington Park this time.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on August 9, 2008.

A Michelle quote: "For all of this wonderful madness that comes along with our lives -- the Secret Service, the cars -- there are kids on 47th and King Drive who can walk two blocks and be that close for the first time to somebody who can be the president of the United States. I love that."

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on August 7, 2008.

Supt. Weis said he does not expect trouble, but in a city where violent crime is on the rise, the superintendent announced several security upgrades for the march down King Drive to Washington Park.

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

In the past, live concerts attracted thousands of teenagers to Washington Park. Not this year.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on August 7, 2008.

...offender were at a basketball court on the southeast end of Mandrake Park located at 764 E. Oakwood. They both became embroiled in an argument which turned into a physical fight. The offender...

Published by Chicago Police Department Weblog on August 3, 2008.

CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker reports the corner of 47th and King Drive is a prime spot to watch the parade and it is also a spot where...

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on July 30, 2008.

Police responded to 4824 S. Prairie Ave. about 9:45 p.m. and found a 29-year-old man who had been shot multiple times, according to Chicago Lawn District police Lt. Jim LaVoy, who was assigned to the Wentworth District Monday night.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 29, 2008.

Jacquice Lucas, of the 4800 block of South Michigan Avenue, was pronounced dead on the scene at 1:40 a.m., the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office said.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 29, 2008.

Jaquice Lucas was in the 4800 block of South Prairie Avenue about 9:30 p.m. when a gunman approached and began firing. A handgun was also recovered from Lucas' body, police said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 29, 2008.

Lucas, who lived two blocks to the east in the 4800 block of Michigan Avenue, was dead on the scene. His body was taken to the Stein Institute, where an autopsy was scheduled to be performed later Tuesday, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 29, 2008.

4315 S. Wabash Ave.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on July 25, 2008.

4649 S. Prairie Ave.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on July 25, 2008.

Chicago is one of the most "walkable cities" in the nation, according to a Web site that rated cities based on how easy it is to get around on foot. Top-scoring Chicago neighborhoods: The Loop, 98, Near North Side, 97, Lincoln Park, 94, Lake View, 93, Uptown and Edgewater, 92, Near South Side and Rogers Park, 90, West Town, 88, Hyde Park, 87

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 22, 2008.

Chicago is one of the most walkable cities in the nation, according to a Web site that rated cities based on how easy it is to get around on foot. Top-scoring Chicago neighborhoods: The Loop, 98, Near North Side, 97, Lincoln Park, 94, Lake View, 93, Uptown and Edgewater, 92, Near South Side and Rogers Park, 90, West Town, 88, Hyde Park, 87

Published by NBC 5 on July 22, 2008.

“There’s more risk in the South Loop than in other neighborhoods because of the quantity of new deliveries,” Lissner said.

Published by Crib Chatter on July 22, 2008.

4315 S. Wabash Ave.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on July 22, 2008.

4649 S. Prairie Ave.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on July 22, 2008.

Castaldo, whose last known address was in the 4500 block of South Michigan Avenue, attacked a woman who was trying to enter her apartment early Tuesday near the intersection of Schiller and State Streets, Yamashiroya said. At about 2:30 a.m., Castaldo struck the woman in the head with a blunt object and took her cell phone and keys, he said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 18, 2008.

Castaldo, whose last known address was in the 4500 block of South Michigan Avenue, attacked a woman who was trying to enter her apartment early Tuesday near the intersection of Schiller and State Streets, Yamashiroya said. At about 2:30 a.m., Castaldo struck the woman in the head with a blunt object and took her cell phone and keys, he said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 18, 2008.

Castaldo, whose last known address was in the 4500 block of South Michigan Avenue, attacked a woman who was trying to enter her apartment early Tuesday near the intersection of Schiller and State Streets, Yamashiroya said. At about 2:30 a.m., Castaldo struck the woman in the head with a blunt object and took her cell phone and keys, he said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 18, 2008.

She also praised Guy for his ownership of Legends, his South Loop nightclub; his ability to attract tourists to Chicago, and his cheerful participation in projects like a city-sponsored virtual Chicago blues tour.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 17, 2008.

"I say simply, don't believe everything you read," Weis said at a Thursday afternoon news conference at police headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan Ave. Although Weis is supportive of state police helping out Chicago police, he said further discussion would be needed for him to understand how troopers would be deployed.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 17, 2008.

"I say simply, don't believe everything you read," Weis said at a Thursday afternoon news conference at police headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan Ave. Although Weis is supportive of state police helping out Chicago police, he said further discussion would be needed for him to understand how troopers would be deployed.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 17, 2008.

Chicago Police Supt. Jody Weis is scheduled to respond to Gov. Rod Blagojevich's offer to support crime-fighting initiatives in Chicago at 2 p.m. Thursday at police headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan Ave.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 17, 2008.

Chicago Police Supt. Jody Weis is scheduled to respond to Gov. Rod Blagojevich's offer to support crime-fighting initiatives in Chicago at 2 p.m. Thursday at police headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan Ave.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 17, 2008.

Ivory Jackson's estate filed the lawsuit Monday against All Faith Pavilion in Chicago seeking $50,000 in damages. The lawsuit accuses the nursing home of pairing Jackson with a roommate who suffered from mental illness.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on July 15, 2008.

The cover hides an in-depth story about Obama's political roots, taking us to Hyde Park, the Gold Coast and Springfield. Lizza brings us inside Obama's Chicago political world and the political culture that spawned the presumptive Democratic nominee.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 15, 2008.

“To put this blanket overlay on my marketplace and say it’s all a declining market, it’s not true,” says David Hanna, managing partner of Prudential SourceOne Realty in Chicago. City neighborhoods such as Lincoln Park and Hyde Park, as well as affluent suburbs such as Hinsdale, still are seeing home prices appreciate, he says.

Published by Crib Chatter on July 15, 2008.

The estate of Ivory Jackson is seeking damages in excess of $50,000 from All Faith Pavilion in the 3500 block of South Giles Avenue, according to the suit.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 15, 2008.

The estate of Ivory Jackson is seeking damages in excess of $50,000 from All Faith Pavilion in the 3500 block of South Giles Avenue, according to the suit.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 15, 2008.

1. Uptown (click on the link for the overview) 2. Rogers Park 3. Hyde Park 4. Bridgeport 5. Albany Park 6. Edgewater 7. New City 8. West Ridge 9. Near West Side 10. West Town

Published by Uptown Update on July 15, 2008.