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What We're Reading: Muti on Beethoven: 'duh-duh-duh-duuuh'

Also, a 97-year-old woman finally gets her wish.

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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.

Near West Side »

Obama Says Future of the Bulls 'Very Promising'

The president, a big Bulls fan, watched the team's season opener courtside at the United Center Tuesday.

Here's The Deal With That White Building on Pioneer Court

It's a pop-up store out of Las Vegas selling apparel from Toms and Raven + Lilly.

Mt. Greenwood »

5 Things To Do Inside Today: Haunted House, Beer and 'Friday the 13th'

Want to really indulge? Celebrate both National American Beer Day and National Chocolate Day today.

Downtown Hallmark Selling Jared Allen Bears Ornaments Despite Trade

And they're not even on sale, even though Allen was traded last month to the Panthers.

Carlos Boozer Confirms: He Sprayed On Hair

The former Bulls star came clean Tuesday on ESPN.

Even Obama Delayed by Wednesday's Terrible Chicago Traffic, Weather

It rained in Chicago Wednesday, and everyone forgot how to drive.

What We're Reading: Emojis in Court, Being Nice to Your Doctor

Also, Polish Chicago crown challenged, and the construction worker shortage.

Wrigleyville »

A Scientific Analysis of Why Rookie of The Year Kris Bryant Is So Dreamy

Even non-Cubs fans can get lost in the newly crowned NL Rookie of the Year's sea-foam baby blue eyes.

Calling Canaryville Cooks: Recipes Wanted for St. Gabriel's Cookbook

Submit your recipes by Nov. 6.

Humboldt Park »

Chicago's Biggest Royals Fan Sports One of The City's Best Mustaches

K.C. mega-fan Jeremy Scheuch has been tweeting up a storm before, and especially during, these playoffs.

What We're Reading: Bill Daley Says Sarah Palin to Blame for Donald Trump

Also, bacon causes cancer but so seemingly does everything else.

The Pancho Grande And One Man's Battle With a 17-Inch Burrito In Bridgeport

Can he conquer it? He certainly tries.

What We're Reading: How to Dress Like a Mental Patient for Halloween

Also: Chicago streams security camera footage into police cars and how L.A. is reducing billboards.

What Time is the Downtown Chicago Halloween Parade This Saturday?

Lupe Fiasco is the star of the new "Halloween Gathering on the Chicago Cultural Mile" event.

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.