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1645 W. Cortland
Crook tally hits 2 million
In 1971, according to newspaper accounts, he and two accomplices died in a police shootout after they robbed Al's Tavern at 1645 W. Cortland. Full story
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5420 N. Clark
Love soars as economy dives
...At the North Side wine bar In Fine Spirits, 5420 N. Clark, the changing dating culture has led to a roughly 30 percent increase in the number... Full story
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1100 S. Hamilton
Juvenile detention staffers face crackdown
Dunlap, appointed to his position by a federal judge, said the FBI is investigating a handwritten death threat that was slid under the door of his office at the center at 1100 S. Hamilton. Full story
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5000 block of South Talman
Man dies after being set on fire
The incident happened about 6 p.m. in the 5000 block of South Talman, fire officials said. Full story
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1313 S. Sacramento Dr.
Police: Boy shot after pointing gun at cops
Nance was enrolled in ninth grade last school year at Collins Academy High School, 1313 S. Sacramento Dr., according to Chicago Public Schools spokeswoman Monique Bond. Full story
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1900 block of South Christiana
Police: Boy shot after pointing gun at cops
Rakeem Nance, of the 1900 block of South Troy, was shot in the 1900 block of South Christiana. He was pronounced dead at 11:32 p.m. at Mount Sinai Hospital. An autopsy Friday revealed Nance suffered a gunshot wound in his back. Full story
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1900 block of South Troy
Police: Boy shot after pointing gun at cops
Rakeem Nance, of the 1900 block of South Troy, was shot in the 1900 block of South Christiana. He was pronounced dead at 11:32 p.m. at Mount Sinai Hospital. An autopsy Friday revealed Nance suffered a gunshot wound in his back. Full story
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9200 block of South Brandon Ave.
Man fatally shot at South Side gas station
James Robinson, 26, of 9200 block of South Brandon Ave., was shot at 2357 E. 79th St. and was dead on the scene, according to the Cook County Medical Examiners office. Full story
Published July 3, 2009. More news in this neighborhood
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3633 N. California
Camp offers kids a wholly entertaining summer
Gordon Tech High School, 3633 N. California Full story
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55th at Cottage Grove
The Mix: Really cool things to do
...during the 17th Annual African-Caribbean Festival of Life, today through Sunday in Washington Park, 55th at Cottage Grove. Musical performers will include Trinidad's soca/calypso star Machel Montano; reggae stars Gregory Isaacs... Full story
Published July 3, 2009.
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300 S. Columbus
The Mix: Really cool things to do
...of Chicago wraps up on Sunday with an afternoon of "Gospel & Jazz," in Grant Park, 300 S. Columbus. Here's the lineup: Hip Chicks Jazz at noon, Arthur Sutton & The Gift of Praise... Full story
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1543 W. Division
The Mix: Really cool things to do
...and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays, through July 26 at the Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division. Call (800) 838-3006 or visit www.brownpapertickets.com... Full story
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50 W. Washington
The Mix: Really cool things to do
...display from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday in Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington, including food, arts and crafts, dance, fashion, a beer garden and demonstrations of muay thai... Full story
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500 N. Michigan
The Mix: Really cool things to do
...intellectuals of the 20th century with a special exhibit at the institute's quarters at 500 N. Michigan, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays through Aug. 15. Enrico Crispolti, a renowned... Full story
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1300 S. Linn White
The Mix: Really cool things to do
Hip-hop superstar Jay-Z (above) will appear at 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Charter One Pavilion on Northerly Island, 1300 S. Linn White. Ciara opens. Tickets are $25.75 to $200. Call (877) 598-8703. Full story
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3420 W. Grace
Ticketline
Abbey Pub, 3420 W. Grace, (773) 478-4408; www.abbeypub.com. Full story
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1572 N. Milwaukee
Ticketline
Double Door, 1572 N. Milwaukee, (773) 489-3160; doubledoor.com. Full story
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821 N. Michigan
Ticketline
Lookingglass Theatre, Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan, (312) 337-0665; lookingglasstheatre.org. Full story
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3159 N Southport
Ticketline
Schubas, 3159 N Southport, (773) 525-2508; www.schubas.com. Full story
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3730 N. Clark
Ticketline
Smart Bar, 3730 N. Clark, (773) 549-0203; smartbarchicago.com. Full story
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4050 N. Milwaukee
Coming attractions at revival houses
Silent Film Society of Chicago, Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee: Founded in 1998, this organization is dedicated to the preservation and proper presentation of silent... Full story
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4901 W. Irving Park
Coming attractions at revival houses
Bank of America Cinema, 4901 W. Irving Park: Local nostalgia guru Chuck Schaden started this film series in 1972. It's still around... Full story
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1212 E. 59th
Coming attractions at revival houses
DOC Films, Ida Noyes Hall, 1212 E. 59th: The longest continuously running student film society in the country is at the University of... Full story
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3733 N. Southport
Coming attractions at revival houses
Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport: The venerable North Side theater continues to show classic films Saturdays and Sundays at 11... Full story
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164 N. State
Coming attractions at revival houses
Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State: Interspersed among the Film Center's offerings are always a handful of classics. This month... Full story
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1517 W. Fullerton
Coming attractions at revival houses
Facets Cinematheque, 1517 W. Fullerton: Since its founding in 1975, Facets has been a haven for films fans and a home to independent, foreign and classic films. Admission is $9 for non-members. Call (773) 281-4114; www.facets.org. Full story
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1900 block of South Troy Street
Officers shoot, kill teen after West Side home invasion: police
Rakeem Nance, 16, of the 1900 block of South Troy Street, was shot at 1948 S. Christiana Ave. and was pronounced dead at 11:32 p.m. at Mount Sinai Hospital, according to the Cook County Medical Examiners office. Full story
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1948 S. Christiana Ave.
Officers shoot, kill teen after West Side home invasion: police
Rakeem Nance, 16, of the 1900 block of South Troy Street, was shot at 1948 S. Christiana Ave. and was pronounced dead at 11:32 p.m. at Mount Sinai Hospital, according to the Cook County Medical Examiners office. Full story
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1900 block of North Spaulding Avenue
Officers shoot, kill teen after West Side home invasion: police
Officers from the Mobile Strike Force Unit patrolling in the 1900 block of North Spaulding Avenue saw three males fleeing across a vacant lot about 9:15 p.m. Thursday, according... Full story
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2357 E. 79th St.
Man fatally shot at South Side gas station
James Robinson, 26, of 9200 block of South Brandon Ave., was shot at 2357 E. 79th St. and was dead on the scene, according to the Cook County Medical Examiners office. Full story
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9240 S. Hoyne Ave.
Family divided by suit over injury at Beverly school reunion
According to the lawsuit, Guldan, 49, was talking to friends at the reunion, held on the school's playground, 9240 S. Hoyne Ave., when Bansley approached her from behind. Full story
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433 W. Harrison
Don't forget to feed meters on holiday
Mail: The U.S. Postal Service will deliver mail today, although most mailbox pickups will stop at noon. Most post offices will close at noon. The downtown post office at 433 W. Harrison -- and select suburban post offices -- will be open until 5 p.m. Full story
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Balbo and Columbus
Heroics at Taste of Chicago
The unidentified woman, an Arizona tourist, was walking to the Taste when she collapsed near Balbo and Columbus around 10:30 a.m., Chicago Fire Department officials said. A good samaritan on her bicycle spotted the woman and began administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Full story
Published July 3, 2009.
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350 N. La Salle
BUSINESS BRIEF
...Rally Capital Services will hold an auction for Zizzle July 15 at its offices at 350 N. La Salle... Full story
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1354 W. Wabansia
Rocking the vote: 44 songs about 44 presidents
The Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia Full story
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Balbo at Columbus
Rocking the vote: 44 songs about 44 presidents
Taste of Chicago, Illinois Lottery Taste Stage, Balbo at Columbus, Grant Park Full story
Published July 3, 2009.
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164 N. State
Where to watch classics on the silver screen
The Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State, and Facets Cinematheque, 1517 W. Fullerton, show a variety of classic and foreign films, many... Full story
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1517 W. Fullerton
Where to watch classics on the silver screen
The Siskel Film Center, 164 N. State, and Facets Cinematheque, 1517 W. Fullerton, show a variety of classic and foreign films, many in restored 35mm prints. An upcoming... Full story
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3733 N. Southport
Where to watch classics on the silver screen
The grande dame of old Chicago revival houses is the Music Box Theatre, 3733 N. Southport, built in 1929. When the North Side cinema reopened in 1983, it featured classic oldies... Full story
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4050 N. Milwaukee
Where to watch classics on the silver screen
The Silent Film Society of Chicago, housed in the Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee, will screen titles ranging from W.C. Fields and Harold Lloyd comedy classics to Anna... Full story
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4901 W. Irving Park
Where to watch classics on the silver screen
A hop, skip and a jump from the Portage is the Bank of America Cinema, 4901 W. Irving Park, located in of all places -- a bank. In 1972, nostalgia guru Chuck Shaden started a... Full story
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717 N. Michigan
Mitchel Musso merrily multitasking music, 'Montana'
Mitchel Musso CD signing, 6 tonight, Disney Store, 717 N. Michigan. He will perform in a free concert at the Petrillo Music Shell at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Full story
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Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard
A MUSICAL HOLIDAY
Where: Petrillo Music Shell, Grant Park (Columbus Drive and Jackson Boulevard) Full story
Published July 3, 2009.
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Michigan Avenue between Randolph and Monroe
A MUSICAL HOLIDAY
Where: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Millennium Park (just off Michigan Avenue between Randolph and Monroe) Full story
Published July 3, 2009.
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111 S. Michigan
Camp offers kids a wholly entertaining summer
...for adults, $12 for students, free for kids 13 and under. The museum is at 111 S. Michigan. Call (312) 443-3600 or visit www.artic.edu... Full story
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60 W. Walton
Easy does it calendar
Elliott J. Gorn signs Dillinger's Wild Ride, 6 p.m. at the Newberry Library, 60 W. Walton. Full story
Published July 2, 2009. More news in this neighborhood
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Lincoln and Montrose
Easy does it calendar
Chicago Folk & Roots Festival from noon to 10 p.m. in Welles Park, Lincoln and Montrose. Suggested donation: $8 adults, $4 seniors and children. Full story
Published July 2, 2009.
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852 W. Armitage
How to look great and have a sunless summer
Benefit Boutique, 852 W. Armitage in Lincoln Park ($40). Spray-on tan that is natural without turning your skin orange. But beware: You'll spend a lot more money than you bargained on if you stop on the way out to peruse all of the irresistible quirky cosmetics. (773) 880-9192. Full story
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1135 N. State
How to look great and have a sunless summer
Asha SalonSpa, 1135 N. State ($45). This Gold Coast salon offers a warm brown tan that lasts about 4 days. Spray-on time takes about 20 minutes, then you dry for at least 10. While there, check out all of the nifty Aveda and Skinceutical products the salon offers. (312) 664-1600. Full story
Published July 2, 2009. More news in this neighborhood
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7900 block of South Evans Avenue
Arson charges filed against suspect who stabbed girlfriend with screwdriver
Ainsley Lewis, 43, of the 7900 block of South Evans Avenue, was charged with aggravated arson, a felony, according to a police report. Charges were approved at 2:56 p.m. Wednesday, according to the report. Full story
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7900 block of South Yale Avenue
Mail carrier charged in sex attacks
Tommie Naylor, 41, of the 7900 block of South Yale Avenue, was charged with two counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault and two counts of aggravated kidnapping, according to a police report. Full story
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7500 block of South Lafayette Avenue
Mail carrier charged in sex attacks
The victim allegedly identified Naylor in a photo array as the person who approached, displayed a weapon and forced her into a vehicle on the 7500 block of South Lafayette Avenue, where the assault occurred May 10, 2006, the report said. Full story
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7500 block of South Lafayette
Postal worker held on sexual assault charges
...the March 10, 2006 incident had been standing at a KFC parking lot in the 7500 block of South Lafayette when Naylor approached her and threatened to stab her in the neck with a screwdriver... Full story
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74th and Clyde
Postal worker held on sexual assault charges
...That girl had left a friends house and was going to a store at 74th and Clyde when Naylor grabbed her and indicated he has a weapon in his right hand, Alioto... Full story
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7900 block of South Yale
Postal worker held on sexual assault charges
Naylor, of the 7900 block of South Yale, sobbed constantly before Judge Ramon Ocasio III today. Sir, Im going to lose my job, he sniffled about his career as a mail handler at the Forest Park facility where he was eventually arrested. Full story
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4000 West Congress Parkway
$150,000 bond set for man accused of attacking doctor
Allen, of the 4000 West Congress Parkway, eventually got the doctor to release the knife and forced her into an adjoining office... Full story
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2900 block of North Commonwealth Avenue
$150,000 bond set for man accused of attacking doctor
Allen was captured on video surveillance cameras at the hospital, in the 2900 block of North Commonwealth Avenue, Ferosie said. There were no security guards at the front desk when he walked in, authorities said. Full story
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3609 S. Cottage Grove
Former NAACP president Dempsey Travis dead at age 89
...In 1925, we were the first black family to move into a building located at 3609 S. Cottage Grove. And one day I was the only Negro boy in the private building they decided... Full story
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4335 W. Lawrence Ave.
Longtime WFMT program director Norman Pellegrini dead at 79
...planned for July 18, which would have been his 80th birthday, at Mayfair Lutheran Church, 4335 W. Lawrence Ave. in Chicago. WFMT listeners are encouraged to share their remembrances of Mr. Pellegrini by calling... Full story
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364 W Erie
Easy does it calendar
Citizen Bar's poker school is now biweekly and open to males now, too. From 7-9 p.m. Free, but reservations recommended; call (312) 640-1156. Also July 28. Citizen, 364 W Erie. Full story
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30 E. Huron
'Illegal' high-rise hotels targeted
Tony Karamuzis, condo association president at 30 E. Huron, said he gets complaints about overcrowding and the "transient" atmosphere created by nightly vacation renters who fill the lobby and dominate pool and workout rooms that should be reserved for condo residents. Full story
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2400 block of West Belmont Avenue
'Very emotional' memorial service held for slain Officer Francis
...North Western and West Belmont avenues, just outside the Belmont District police station in the 2400 block of West Belmont Avenue... Full story
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North Western and West Belmont
'Very emotional' memorial service held for slain Officer Francis
...50 police officials gathered where the shooting happened July 2, 2008 on the corner of North Western and West Belmont avenues, just outside the Belmont District police station in the 2400 block of West Belmont... Full story
Published July 2, 2009.
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1 S. Whipple St.
Police shoot suspect after botched West Side robbery
About 11:30 p.m., police shot a person at 1 S. Whipple St. after the suspect fired shots at officers, according to police News Affairs Officer Amina Greer, who was citing preliminary information. Full story
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6400 block of West Touhy Avenue
Landlord fatally stabbed on Far Northwest Side
The 54-year-old landlord was found dead in the kitchen of a home in the 6400 block of West Touhy Avenue about 12:30 a.m., police said. Full story
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700 N. Michigan
Easy does it calendar
Chanel national makeup artist in beauty collections, main floor, Saks, 700 N. Michigan. To make an appointment, call (312) 799-5363. Full story
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Kingsbury and Erie
Easy does it calendar
Taste of River North debuts with good eats and entertainment; opens at 11 a.m., Erie Park, at Kingsbury and Erie. Suggested donation: $5. Full story
Published July 2, 2009.