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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 »

July 29, 2016

The Obamas said they picked the Woodlawn park "to give back to the people of Chicago."

Bronzeville & Washington Park »

July 29, 2016

The school has struggled to hit fundraising goals amid declining enrollment in recent years.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

July 29, 2016

As Michelle Obama comes to town, the Obamas chose the South Side park over Washington Park.

Bronzeville & Washington Park »

July 29, 2016

One developer said neighborhood property values could drop by 25 percent, but others aren't worried.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

July 29, 2016

Volunteers are needed to help pack the lunches and support the cost of food and materials.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

July 29, 2016

U. of C. President Zimmer said crime rates in the Hyde Park were falling, but people still feel unsafe.

Hyde Park & Kenwood »

July 29, 2016

Dr. Ira Blumen will be in an episode of "Chicago Med," but it's not his first time in front of a camera.

Bronzeville & Washington Park »

July 27, 2016

Bing Art Books is showing Diana Ross movies for free all of August.