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Memories Of Friend Killed In Domestic Incident Drive Charity Board Member

Beverly's Jan Rauen of A New Direction still carries vivid memories of her late friend Cynthia Bischof.

The Blossom Boys Closing Flower Shop at 99th And Walden Parkway

Owners Steve English and Ryan Steinbach will continue to provide flowers for large events.

Fans Uneasy With Cubs Pitcher Fill Beverly Domestic Violence Group Coffers

A New Direction has received donations from Cubs' fans uncomfortable with Aroldis Chapman.

The Quilter's Trunk In 2nd Place In Online Contest, Needs Your Votes To Win

The store at 10352 S. Western Ave. in Beverly hopes to win $2,500 and a television commercial.

Domestic Abuse Counselor Recognized With Unsung Heroine Award

Rita Ryan has been an advocate for victims of domestic violence in Beverly for more than 30 years.

'Work Out to Wipe Out Domestic Violence' Has Residents Sweating for a Cause

The fifth annual event raises money through a series of group fitness classes throughout the area.

Words By Friends Returns, Proceeds Benefit Local Domestic Violence Group

"Words By Friends: Secrets" will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Beverly Area Planning Association.

A New Direction Hosts Annual Fundraiser for Victims of Domestic Violence

Beverly-based A New Direction will host its annual benefit at 7 p.m. Oct. 24 at Ridge Country Club.

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.