EveryBlock: Uptown

Location in the media: Holiday happenings: Where to get your Santa (or Scrooge) on

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

4830 N. Broadway Holiday happenings: Where to get your Santa (or Scrooge) on
Annoyance Theatre and Bar, 4830 N. Broadway. This comedic version of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" has the titular star trekking through...

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on November 27, 2009.

Location in the media: Positive Loitering tonight, 7-8 PM!

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Sheridan & Leland Positive Loitering tonight, 7-8 PM!
It's on! The call is out for positive loiterers to meet at Sheridan & Leland tonight from 7-8 PM.

Published by Uptown Update on November 27, 2009.

Location in the media: Court Advocacy Committee Update

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

4600 block of N. Clifton Ave. Court Advocacy Committee Update
...delivery of heroin last July to a security guard employed by Cornerstone shelter on the 4600 block of N. Clifton Ave. She was sentenced to four years in prison, a higher penalty than normal because the...

Published by Uptown Update on November 27, 2009.

Location in the media: Court Advocacy Committee Update

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Sheridan and Leland Court Advocacy Committee Update
...Ali was convicted of possession of a controlled substance. He was observed dealing drugs at Sheridan and Leland and fled when the police approached, then fought the police when he was apprehended. He...

Published by Uptown Update on November 27, 2009.

Location in the media: Court Advocacy Committee Update

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Lawrence and Sheridan Court Advocacy Committee Update
Michael Greenstreet (pictured) , a former resident of the REST shelter at Lawrence and Sheridan, was sentenced to 8 years in prison for residential burglary. This is his ninth burglary conviction.

Published by Uptown Update on November 27, 2009.

4 crimes new on November 26

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:02:25 -0600

Assault
- 4700 block N. Sheridan Rd Simple assault: Simple assault
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 11:55 a.m. on November 17, 2009. Post a comment
Battery
- 4600 block N. Clifton Ave Simple battery: Simple
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 5:41 p.m. on November 17, 2009. Post a comment
- 4600 block N. Sheridan Rd Simple battery: Simple
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 9:37 p.m. on November 17, 2009. Post a comment
Theft
- 4500 block N. Clarendon Ave Theft: $300 and under
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 11 p.m. on November 17, 2009. Post a comment

Location in the media: “Blood Alley” Still a Problem in Uptown

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Broadway and Wilson Avenue “Blood Alley” Still a Problem in Uptown
The focus of last week’s meeting at Harry S. Truman College [2] was the ongoing problems of safety and appearance around the two-block avenue between Broadway and Wilson Avenue. Clifton is a one-way street with a sign at the Wilson crossing that says, “Do Not Enter.”

Published by Chicagotalks on November 26, 2009.

Location in the media: “Blood Alley” Still a Problem in Uptown

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Wilson and Clifton Avenues “Blood Alley” Still a Problem in Uptown
Simon Malek, a commercial property manager for Zifkin Reality & Development, off the corner of Wilson and Clifton Avenues, said the people on the street are homeless, and they are members of the community. He said he there is no fear of violence, and they have always left his store front when asked.

Published by Chicagotalks on November 26, 2009.

Location in the media: Rare Uptown-Filmed Chaplin Film Discovered

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

1027 West Lawrence Rare Uptown-Filmed Chaplin Film Discovered
There's a great article about Essanay and its glory days online; it originally appeared in Chicago Magazine. Our favorite part was Chaplin staying at the home of Broncho Billy Anderson and his wife for Christmas 1914, at 1027 West Lawrence, roughly where Dib Sushi is now located.

Published by Uptown Update on November 26, 2009.

3 business reviews new on November 26

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:00:04 -0600

4 stars out of 5: New 4-star reviews for Tapas Las Ramblas and Silver Seafood on Yelp.
3 stars out of 5: New 3-star review for Uptown Lounge on Yelp.

1 real estate listing new on November 26

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:17:25 -0600

4880 N Clark St 4880 N Clark St #3D listed on Trulia for $389,900
Listed on November 19, 2009.

6 crimes new on November 25

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 04:02:24 -0600

Battery
- 4600 block N. Sheridan Rd Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple
  Place: CHA apartment. Reported at 11:15 a.m. on November 16, 2009. Post a comment
- 1100 block W. Wilson Ave Simple battery: Simple
  Place: CTA platform. Reported at 7:21 p.m. on November 16, 2009. Post a comment
Criminal damage
- 1100 block W. Wilson Ave Vandalism: Criminal damage to property
  Place: Restaurant. Reported at 3:42 p.m. on November 16, 2009. Post a comment
- 4600 block N. Winthrop Ave Vandalism: Criminal damage to vehicle
  Place: Street. Reported at 9 p.m. on November 16, 2009. Post a comment
Theft
- 4700 block N. Sheridan Rd Theft: $300 and under
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 7:15 p.m. on November 16, 2009. Post a comment
- 4800 block N. Broadway Theft: Retail theft
  Place: Small retail store. Reported at 3:05 p.m. on November 16, 2009. Post a comment

11 photos new on November 25

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

1 business license new on November 25

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:10:04 -0600

1008 W. Argyle St. BINH AN, INC.
License for Limited business license issued on November 24, 2009. Post a comment

Location in the media: BYO Thai

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

1025 W. Lawrence BYO Thai
1025 W. Lawrence | 773-561-0200

Published by Chicago Reader on November 25, 2009.

Location in the media: BYO Thai

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

4925 N. Broadway BYO Thai
4925 N. Broadway | 773-784-5399

Published by Chicago Reader on November 25, 2009.

6 business reviews new on November 25

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:04 -0600

5 stars out of 5: New 5-star reviews for Sonia Salon, Agami and Hai Yen Restaurant on Yelp.
4 stars out of 5: New 4-star reviews for Green Genes, Dib and Pho Xe Tang -- Tank Noodle Restaurant on Yelp.

9 crimes new on November 24

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:02:25 -0600

Assault
- 4700 block N. Sheridan Rd Aggravated assault: Handgun
  Place: CHA parking lot / grounds. Reported at 3:35 a.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
Battery
- 1000 block W. Lawrence Ave Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple
  Place: Apartment. Reported at 6 a.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
- 4800 block N. Kenmore Ave Simple battery: Domestic battery: simple
  Place: Apartment. Reported at 1:15 p.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
- 800 block W. Sunnyside Ave Simple battery: Simple
  Place: Alley. Reported at 1 p.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
- 1100 block W. Lawrence Ave Simple battery: Simple
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 2:50 a.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
Burglary
- 800 block W. Windsor Ave Burglary: Unlawful entry
  Place: Apartment. Reported at 12:18 a.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
Narcotics
- 4600 block N. Clifton Ave Narcotics: Possession of cannabis, 30 grams or less
  Place: Alley. Reported at 1 p.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
Non-criminal
- 4500 block N. Sheridan Rd Other offense: Missing person
  Place: Residence. Reported at 1 a.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment
Theft
- 1000 block W. Lawrence Ave Theft: $300 and under
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 7:30 p.m. on November 15, 2009. Post a comment

Location in the media: The Tales This Home Could Tell...

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

4700 block of Winthrop The Tales This Home Could Tell...
It's just a now-shabby frame house on the 4700 block of Winthrop, built in 1899 and last serving as a shelter for victims of domestic violence.

Published by Uptown Update on November 24, 2009.

Location in the media: Police Blotters – 20th and 23rd Police Districts

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

5200 block of North Sheridan Road Police Blotters – 20th and 23rd Police Districts
A victim was walking through the alley behind his apartment building on the 5200 block of North Sheridan Road when he was robbed around 10:38 a.m. Nov. 19. The victim told police...

Published by Lake Effect News on November 24, 2009.

Location in the media: Police Blotters – 20th and 23rd Police Districts

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Racine and Sunnyside Police Blotters – 20th and 23rd Police Districts
While responding to gang fight and “shots fired” call in the area of Racine and Sunnyside, police observed a 16-year-old boy running through the Broncho Billy Playlot on the...

Published by Lake Effect News on November 24, 2009.

Location in the media: Upcoming public transportation meetings and events

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

1145 W. Wilson Avenue Upcoming public transportation meetings and events
December 2, Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Avenue, Chicago

Published by Chicago Current on November 24, 2009.

8 business reviews new on November 24

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:00:05 -0600

5 stars out of 5: New 5-star reviews for PRO Computers, LLC and Dr. Derek R. Olson, DO on Yelp.
4 stars out of 5: New 4-star reviews for Hopleaf Bar, Sun Wah Bar-B-Que, Aragon Ballroom and Demera Ethiopian Restaurant on Yelp.
3 stars out of 5: New 3-star review for Uptown Bikes on Yelp.
2 stars out of 5: New 2-star review for Soggy Paws on Yelp.

7 crimes new on November 23

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:02:25 -0600

Burglary
- 1300 block W. Argyle St Burglary: Unlawful entry
  Place: Residence. Reported at 11 a.m. on November 14, 2009. Post a comment
Deceptive practice
- 1000 block W. Wilson Ave Deceptive practice: Forgery
  Place: Other. Reported at 2 p.m. on November 14, 2009. Post a comment
- 4400 block N. Clifton Ave Deceptive practice: Illegal use of cash card
  Place: Residence. Reported at 9 a.m. on August 20, 2009. Post a comment
Narcotics
- 800 block W. Sunnyside Ave Narcotics: Possession of drug equipment
  Place: Sidewalk. Reported at 7:48 p.m. on November 14, 2009. Post a comment
Non-criminal
- 1100 block W. Wilson Ave Other offense: Death
  Place: Hotel / motel. Reported at 6:25 a.m. on November 14, 2009. Post a comment
- 4500 block N. Clarendon Ave Other offense: Missing person
  Place: Residence. Reported at noon on November 14, 2009. Post a comment
Theft
- 1200 block W. Winnemac Ave Theft: Over $300
  Place: Driveway (residential). Reported at 7 p.m. on November 14, 2009. Post a comment

4 photos new on November 23

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Location in the media: Holiday Events: Music, theater, shopping and more

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600

4830 N. Broadway Holiday Events: Music, theater, shopping and more
...a hitchhiker who gets more than he expected after accepting a ride. The Annoyance Theatre, 4830 N. Broadway, (773)561-4665. Thursdays Dec 3-Dec 17, 8pm. $10...

Published by Newcity on November 23, 2009.

5 business reviews new on November 23

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:00:04 -0600

5 stars out of 5: New 5-star reviews for Aragon Ballroom and Tattoo Factory on Yelp.
4 stars out of 5: New 4-star reviews for Fresh Harvest Market and Pho Xe Tang -- Tank Noodle Restaurant on Yelp.
3 stars out of 5: New 3-star review for Hopleaf Bar on Yelp.