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Chatham Block Holds Annual 'Take And Go' Giveaway

Residents give away items for free every year on one Saturday in June.

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The Block Club is DNAinfo Chicago's blog. It's a place for fun things we see on the internet — or in the neighborhoods. Feel free to loiter.

Your Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Pride Fest

From bar specials to headlining performances, we've got the info you need for a great weekend.

Dogs Can Smile, Feel Embarrassment, Says Owner Survey - But Are They Right?

The survey from Natural Balance Pet Foods asked more than 1,000 dog owners some strange questions.

Smartphone Choir to Take to the Streets Sunday

The Smartphone Sing-Along is part of Sunday's global music-making fest celebrating the summer solstice.

Lincoln Park »

Watch an Excavator Destroy the Last Finkl Steel Buildings

Demolition crews are destroying the final buildings on the Finkl Steel site in Lincoln Park.

Read These Yelp Reviews of 'The Eiffel Tower of Chicago': The Bean

Gazing into "Cloud Gate" was like seeing yourslef in a '90s rap video, one reviewer said.

Wrigleyville »

See What It Took To Move the Wrigley Field Caretaker's House

The house moved a couple hundred feet over the course of three hours on Thursday.

What We're Reading: Who Knew Hairdryers Could Juggle?

The Charleston, S.C., shooting, weird hairdryer art and old Chicago cemeteries.

Queen Bey Was at Hawks Parade With The Stanley Cup...Sort Of

Lightning fans to the left, to the left. Beyoncé is on her way to the Blackhawks parade.

Is Your 'Hood a Coffee Haven? Map Shows Concentration of Cafes in Chicago

FindTheBest found which neighborhoods have better access to caffeine than others.

No Blackhawks Rally Tickets? You May Have a Chance If You Just Show Up

It's a slim one, but if you're lucky, you could gain admission to Thursday's most exclusive free event.

7 Reasons Why Wicker Park Should Be Lord Stanley Cup's Next Stop

Alisa Hauser is building a case for Hawks fans eager to see the Blackhawks and well-earned cup IRL.

What We're Reading: Internet Helps 'Relentlessly Gay' Yard Get Even Gayer

Also: Rich colleges get even richer and pink taxis in Pakistan.

Can't Make Blackhawks Rally? Party With 'Toewser' Cocktails at Hilton

The Palmer House Hilton, located on the parade route, will serve Hawks-inspired fare Thursday.

Auburn Gresham »

Good Cause Gloating: Chicago Archbishop Sends Lou Malnati's to Florida

Archbishop Blase Cupich will send pizza to Florida homeless shelter as part of a Blackhawks bet.

Top Stories

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.