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University of Chicago OK to Build 13-Story Vue53 Project, Judge Says

A lawsuit by Hyde Park residents trying to stop a building they said would be too tall was dismissed.

Graffiti Wall Where Artists Compete a Casualty of 53rd Street's Rise

Artists and residents are worried they will lose the premier space for graffiti art across the city.

Work on Vue53 Apartment Complex Set to Begin

Crews will demolish the gas station next week for a 13-story tower that has rankled neighbors.

53rd St. Tower's Height Reduced, Parking Added After Residents' Outcry

Mesa Development added more affordable units to its proposal after meeting with Hyde Parkers.

53rd Street Tower Project in Hyde Park Starting Community Review Process

Residents got a primer Monday on zoning and how to possibly challenge the 13-story tower.

Hyde Parkers Gear Up for Fight with Developer, University on Tower Proposal

A series of public meetings on a controversial 13-story tower for 53rd Street starts Monday.

Neighbors Appeal to City to Scuttle Hyde Park Tower Plan

Residents opposed to a 13-story tower on 53rd Street are asking city planners to scale back development.

53rd Street Tower Plan Prompts Worries About Parking

Hyde Parkers like the building's looks, but fear 218 parking spots are inadequate to handle new traffic.

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

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

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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.

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