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Openings & Closings

Flat Iron Pita Grill, Shawarma Garden Both Opening This Week in Wicker Park

Syed Wasif is turning his Food Mart convenience store into a restaurant at 1571 N. Milwaukee Ave.

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Pizza by the Slice From Brendan Sodikoff Coming to Wicker Park

Work is underway to build a pizzeria in an old Mexican cafe with an opening targeted for next year.

Lincoln Park »

Sprout Restaurant Shuttered in Lincoln Park

The front door of the Fullerton Avenue restaurant is chained shut.

Wrightwood Furniture's One-of-a-Kind Pieces Cater to Unique Tastes

The Cohen family has previously created pieces for stalwarts like Crate and Barrel and Pier 1.

Chef Theo Gilbert to Shutter Starland in Wicker Park Sunday

A speakeasy supper club could be next, but for now the owners are working on a cookbook and catering.

Lincoln Park »

TeaGschwender, German Tea Retailer, Opening Lincoln Park Shop

The store, with 250 "Porsche Quality" tea blends, is set to open on Diversey this weekend.

Lone Wolf Tavern Debuts in West Loop, Features Bridgeport's Royal Pies

The brand new cocktail and craft beer bar will serve up a Bridgeport chef's savory pies and more.

Noble Square »

Unite Urban Grill Puts Steak in Noble Square's Chicago Avenue Strip

Former Pump Room Chef Bradford Phillips is leading the kitchen at a new restaurant opening Tuesday.

Designer Jane White's Palazzo Bridal Moves from Oak Street to Bucktown

A sample sale through the end of November offers deep discounts on designer couture wedding dresses.

Q BBQ to Open Lakeview Location in December

The Michelin-rated suburban barbecue joint made the coveted Bib Gourmand list for 2013 and 2014.

Fashion Designer Opens Studio on Montrose Avenue

Nazia Zamani's new shop specializes in one-of-a-kind, custom-made designs and intricate alterations.

PHOTOS: Amalfi Hotel to Reopen as Renovated 'Kinzie Hotel' in February

Hotel's namesake, John Kinzie, called "Chicago's first civilian," faced murder and treason charges.

Humboldt Park »

Hunter & Tails Brings Ampersand Gastropub Trend to Humboldt Park

Bullhead Cantina Owner Francisco "Paco" Ruiz opened Hunter & Tails at 2700 W. Chicago Ave.

Johnny's Grill Closing Wednesday, Building Owner Seeking New Tenant

After 15 years at State and Chestnut streets, the burger joint will close for good Wednesday.

Wrigleyville »

Costello's Sandwiches in Wrigleyville Closes

Locations in Lincoln Square and Roscoe Village remain open.

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.