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Franco's Ristorante

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Franco's Ristorante Got A Major Makeover: Take A Look Inside (PHOTOS)

The family has reopened Franco's, and the restaurant looks brand new.

Franco's Ristorante Will Open Again Wednesday After Long Renovation

The neighborhood's famed Italian eatery will open at 4 p.m. and close at 9 p.m.

Check Out Franco's Ristorante's New Sign In Bridgeport

The Ruffolo family plans to re-open the restaurant in March.

Franco's Ristorante Gets a Facelift, Reveals 26-Year-Old Mural

Once covered by an awning, the mural depicts two men playing cards on a loading dock.

Franco's Ristorante Will Open Again In November (Despite What Google Says)

The Italian restaurant in Bridgeport will re open at the end of November, its owner said.

Neighborhood Notice: Franco's Ristorante Temporarily Closed

It is unknown when the popular Bridgeport restaurant will open again.

Where You Should Pregame the White Sox Home Opener

Eat (and drink) your heart out on the South Side before the first pitch of the season.

Bridgeport Outdoor Dining: Where to Eat, Drink Outside

Local restaurants are gearing up for the al fresco dining season.

Sox Opening Day: Places to Eat and Drink Around the Ballpark

The neighborhood's bars and restaurants are welcoming White Sox fans with special deals.

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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.

Wicker Park Trek Bike Shop Coming To Milwaukee Avenue's 'Hipster Highway,' Bid Shows

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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.

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.