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9 Must-See North Side Architectural Wonders You Can Visit Free This Weekend

Step inside these incredible buildings during Saturday and Sunday's Open House Chicago 2017 tour.

Colvin House Transformed: Check Out The Landmark's New Look

After decades of neglect, the home was painstakingly restored and will soon open as a co-working space.

Tour Newly Renovated Historic Colvin House Before It Opens

The Sheridan Road mansion was the third most visited neighborhood site last year for Open House Chicago.

Historic Uptown Theater, Colvin House Come To Life As Music Video Sets

Regina Spektor and local artist Eiren Caffall show off two famous Chicago buildings like never before.

Man Shot, Car Crashes In Front Of Colvin House In Edgewater

The man was shot in his leg, and witnesses said they saw a car crash twice at a busy Edgewater corner.

Sneak Peek At Famous North Side Buildings You Can Tour For Free In October

The Colvin House, Edgewater Beach Apartments, historic cultural centers and more will be on display.

After Decades of Neglect, Surviving Landmark Mansion Gets Another Chance

Built in 1909, the Sheridan Road lakefront Colvin House looks worn — but its former glory still shines.

Landmark Lakefront Mansion on Sheridan Could Become Co-Working Space

The house was built by a rebellious Frank Lloyd Wright cohort who made his own prairie-style rules.

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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.

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Downtown Ald. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing

Cochran was given CPR by 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O'Connor, taken to Northwestern hospital.

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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.