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After Delays, a Smaller Nobu Hotel Project Back on the Table in West Loop

The city's Plan Commission will consider plans for the swanky hotel and restaurant project this week.

West Loop Becoming a 'Bigot Neighborhood,' Alderman Suggests in Rent Fight

Ald. Walter Burnett Jr. said opposition by homeowners to new rental developments is "a bunch of bunk."

Hundreds Slam West Loop Development, Forcing Alderman To Shut Down Project

West Loop neighbors came together to fight a proposed development at 111 S. Peoria Wednesday night.

New Sculpture Debuts in Greektown

The seven-foot aluminum sculpture "Nautilus" is now in Greektown.

Fewer Apartments, More Green Space Pitched at Carmichael's Site

Not all neighbors are pleased with the plan, but Ald. Danny Solis stressed a need to meet in the middle.

Neighbors Split On Support for 11-Story West Loop Development

The mixed-use development at Lake and Aberdeen would include 75 rental units.

130 Units Eyed for Carmichael's Steakhouse, Neighbors Want More Green Space

Neighbors are upset the rental development would diminish an existing courtyard on the private site.

West Central Association Hosts Networking Event Wednesday at Carmichael's

Carmichael's, a mainstay on the West Loop dining scene, is closing this week after 18 years in business.

West Central Association Hosts Networking Event Wednesday

West Wednesdays kick off at the new Lou Malnati's Pizzeria in the West Loop Wednesday.

Apartment Tower Planned Near Bartelme Park, But Neighbors Oppose Project

LG Development plans to build a 13-story apartment building near Mary Bartelme Park.

West Loop Mid-Day Parking Ban Quietly Ended, But New Restrictions Proposed

Signs banning parking from 1:30-3:30 p.m. remain posted as groups push morning ban, Madison St. meters.

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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.