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Openings & Closings

Cycling Is Better on the South Side, Owner of New Ancien Bike Shop Says

The shop, which also has a cafe, is having a grand opening Tuesday under the 53rd Street Metra stop.

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Former Senza Chef Opening Oriole Thursday in West Loop

Chef Noah Sandoval and Pastry Chef Genie Kwon teamed up to open the 28-seat fine-dining restaurant.

Nando's to Open South Loop Restaurant, Its Fifth in the City

The South African chicken chain just signed a lease at The Shops at Roosevelt Collection

FoxTrot Opening a Bow Truss Coffee Bar in West Loop Store

The menu will include Bow Truss espresso drinks, coffee, teas and pastries.

University Village »

2 Restaurants To Fill Empty Shoe Store in University Village

OHM Concession Group will open new restaurants in the former Shiekh Shoes on Halsted, agents said.

Want Free Beef for a Year? Take a Selfie at New Buona Beef in Beverly

Buona Beef will open its first Chicago location March 22 at 10659 S. Western Ave. in Beverly.

Phil Stefani Closes 437 Rush in River North, Landlord Seeks New Restaurant

"We've been there 15 years and for a restaurant nowadays, that's a long time," Stefani said.

New Jujitsu School Will Debut April 2 at the Morgan Park Sports Center

Instructor Angel Lopez, of Morgan Park, is a first-degree black belt in Danzan Ryu Jujitzu.

Little Italy »

Dim Sum Coming to Little Italy as Former Owner of Phoenix Lands New Spot

A longtime Chinatown restaurateur plans to open Jade Court in the former Salatino's near UIC.

Uptown Community Center Reopens Under New Name

The Uptown Community Health Center was located at 4867 N. Broadway.

Lou Malnati's in Old Irving Park Aiming for St. Patrick's Day Opening

Lou Malnati's newest carryout and delivery pizzeria is set to open March 17 in Old Irving Park.

Warm Belly Bakery Brings Gourmet Cookies to West Loop

The baker's journey began with a trip to the gym and a "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" appearance.

South Side's 'Most Honest' Jeweler Is Retiring, Supreme Jewelers to Close

Michael McGuire has a fiercely loyal clientele after 56 years in Hyde Park.

Avondale's New Pink Tower Montessori In Harmony With Owner's Love of Music

The owner of Lincoln Square Montessori will open a second school in May.

North Center »

Victor Bar Opens Next Week in North Center -- Get a Sneak Peek at Menu

The cocktail bar has a lengthy whiskey list and is set to open the first week of March.

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.