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"My Chicago" is about real Chicago. Pulitzer Prize winner Mark Konkol goes beyond Second City clichés to take readers to places they otherwise wouldn't go, introduce them to people they otherwise wouldn't meet, hold government accountable, stick up for the little guy and have a lot of fun.

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After Obama Hears About Special Pullman Beer, Secret Service Orders 4 Cases

Argus Brewery made a one-day-only brew for Pullman's day in the sun.

Wash Down Pullman's Big Day With 'Monumental' New Brew

You can't get Argus Brewery's Pullman Monumental Lager unless you party in America's newest treasure.

Pullman National Monument Trust Fund Nears $8 Million With Emanuel Push

"It's a great day for Pullman. It's a great day for the city," Emanuel said, as president heads to town.

Jackie Robinson West Whistleblower Faces DePaul Ethics Class

As Chris Janes watches, students discuss whether people like him are snitches or heroes.

Chicago Folk Singer Known for Protest Songs Pens Dibs-Inspired Spiritual

Andrew Francis' "I Got Dibs" song takes Chicago's parking spot-saving tradition to heaven ... and back.

Pullman's Resilient Neighbors Deserve Credit for Nation's Newest Monument

National monument designation will be an economic development "game changer" in South Side neighborhood.

What Happens to More Than $200,000 Donated to Jackie Robinson West?

Little League officials said they have no control over donations made to South Side league.

Jackie Robinson West Whistleblower Gets Extra Police Attention Amid Threats

Ministers' comments are stirring the racial pot, he said, but "this has nothing to do with race."

Coach Who Challenged Jackie Robinson West Maps Gets Death Threats

A police car has been posted outside the Evergreen Park coach's house all morning, he said.

Jackie Robinson West a 'Dirty Deal' by Adults, White House Says

An Obama spokesman says the punishment by Little League shouldn't overshadow the kids' achievements.

Jackie Robinson West Stripped of National Title in Scandal

Amid charges of cheating, the local Little League squad was stripped of its title early Wednesday.

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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.