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Sam Cholke

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Sam Cholke is a reporter/producer for DNAinfo.com Chicago covering Bronzeville, Hyde Park, Kenwood and South Shore.

A native of Rockford, Ill., Sam previously worked at the Hyde Park Herald Newspapers covering the University of Chicago and ward politics for five years. In 2011, he spent nine months researching and reporting on trauma care for victims of gunshot wounds on Chicago’s South Side through a grant from the Community Media Workshop and the McCormick Foundation.

After graduating from Northern Illinois University in 2004, Sam worked at the Daily Chronicle in DeKalb, Ill., as technical editor for three years coordinating the daily newspaper’s nation, world and health coverage.

Fun Fact: Even I'm not entirely sure how to pronounce my last name.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

May 11, 2017

The book fair this year will be on July 16 on 61st Street from Cottage Grove to King Drive.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

May 11, 2017

The event is open to CPS students who want information on different career paths.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

May 9, 2017

New locations are coming to Lincoln Park, Rogers Park and Downtown, as well as the suburbs.

South Chicago & East Side »

May 9, 2017

Park District Supt. Mike Kelly delayed a fundraising push until infrastructure costs are nailed down.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

May 9, 2017

With the closure of Schaller's Pump in Bridgeport, Daley's in Woodlawn takes the crown.

South Chicago & East Side »

May 9, 2017

The bulk of the former grocery store remains empty as the fitness center opens.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

May 9, 2017

The owner will retire after the state revoked the pet groomer's license.

Back of the Yards & Brighton Park »

May 8, 2017

Two masked men with rifles opened fire on a group standing around a shrine to a murder victim.