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George Lucas Museum Coming to Chicago's Lakefront; 'I Am Humbled,' He Says

A formal vote is expected Wednesday, but the "Star Wars" guru is already gushing about Chicago.

Lucas Museum Belongs in Chicago, Not San Francisco, Rahm Insists

"Obviously, San Francisco is not gonna lay down. Chicago is not gonna lay down," the mayor said Monday.

Lucas Museum No Threat to Bears Fans' Tailgating, Rahm Says

Mayor Rahm Emanuel said the city could reap a windfall at the cost of a Soldier Field parking lot.

George Lucas and Mellody Hobson Give $25 Million to U. of C.'s Lab School

The couple asked that the school's new arts wing be named after artist Gordon Parks.

Hyde Park/Kenwood Year in Review: 5 Stories That Mattered to Locals in 2013

Hadiya Pendleton's murder and huge investments by the University of Chicago rocked Hyde Park and Kenwood.

George Lucas, Mellody Hobson Give $25 Million to City After-School Program

The grant from the "Star Wars" creator will cover stipends for teens taking part in After School Matters.

Former Mayor Daley's Wedding Date is Doctor He Appointed to Health Board

Crain's: Rush Medical Center Dr. Adele Joy Cobbs, 41, met Daley at the gym.

Video Update: Chicago Murders, Scabby the Rat and George Lucas' Big Bash

How DNAinfo.com Chicago reporters covered the city's murders, and a suburban man stabs a rat.

George Lucas and Mellody Hobson Wedding Tab: $125,000 to Rent Park

The newlyweds rented the park at Promontory Point at a cost of nearly $10,000 a day for 10 days.

George Lucas-Mellody Hobson Reception: A Galaxy of Stars Turns Out for Bash

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: The star-studded affair drew onlookers at Promontory Point in Hyde Park Saturday.

Prince to Perform at George Lucas-Mellody Hobson Reception: Source

The reclusive pop star will play a two-hour gig in front of A-listers at the Hyde Park event.

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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.