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McDonald's Block Party Well Received by West Pullman Residents

More than 200 people attended the annual block party by the Black McDonald's Operators Association.

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Jagged Edge To Perform at McDonald's End-of-Summer Party in West Pullman

The Black McDonald's Operators Association is sponsoring the party Thursday in West Pullman.

Fast-Food Workers Walk Off Jobs in Protest of Wages, 19 Arrested

"We can’t wait any longer," said one McDonald's worker.

Chicago Football Classic Awards $12,500 Scholarship to College Student

Morehouse College freshman Jawuan Johnson, of Auburn Gresham, received the scholarship.

Employees at Chatham McDonald's Strike, Demanding Higher Wages

McDonald's employees and several supporters protested Thursday for a bump in their pay.

McDonald's Franchisee Hooks Up Medgar Evers Elementary with Computer Lab

"As an alumni I see it as my duty to come back ... and help make it a better place," said Derrick Taylor.

Julian High School Alumni Inspire Students at Inaugural Career Day

Students said they learned about the possibilities that await them after high school.

Chatham McDonald's a Community Hub

The McDonald's at 79th Street and King Drive turned out to be more than a place to grab a quick bite.

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Downtown Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well

And, no, they're not called Roosevelt and State.

Humboldt Park Humboldt Park's Puerto Rican Evacuee Welcome Center Opens Today

For most of November, it'll be open two days a week, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays.

Roseland Police Hiring Process Discriminates Against Blacks, Latinos: Ald. Beale

Data shows that while more blacks and Latinos applied to the CPD, most new officers are white.

Wicker Park Trek Bike Shop Coming To Milwaukee Avenue's 'Hipster Highway,' Bid Shows

The nation's largest bike maker is soliciting bids for a retail build-out at 1647 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Downtown Ald. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing

Cochran was given CPR by 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O'Connor, taken to Northwestern hospital.

Chinatown Pistol Whipping of Sisters In Chinatown Part Of Larger Crime Spree: Police

The violent robbery could be connected to four other robberies in the area, police said.

The Loop 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago

We looked at the data behind thousands of cellphones reported stolen in Chicago since January 2016.

Dunning Drunken-Driving Victim Hopes Cop Charged With DUI Gets Probation: Court

Erin Mowry, 42, could be convicted of aggravated DUI for the July 2015 crash.

West Pullman Man Shoots Himself In Penis During West Pullman Robbery, Prosecutors Say

Terrion Pouncy, 19, was still hospitalized Thursday following surgery.

Logan Square Landlord M. Fishman's Move To Evict Logan Square Tenants Sparks Protest

The eviction notices "caught many families unprepared," activists said.

Noble Square Million Dollar Town Houses On Wicker, Noble Square Border Launch Pre-Sales

"The reception has been outstanding. We've had lots of interest and excitement," the listing agent said.

O'Hare Traveling For Thanksgiving? Midway, O'Hare Among Most Delayed Busy Airports

About 20 percent of O'Hare and Midway flights for Thanksgiving get delayed, according to a new report.