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Posted inNews & Politics
Pangea has taken thousands to eviction court. The story of an apartment empire
The company has claimed credit for reviving south and west side communities, even as it’s filed more than 9,000 eviction cases since 2009.
Posted inFilm
In the 80s and 90s, 79th Street Video had the best video collection on the south side
It wasn’t just the only place in Chicago to rent rare kung fu VHS tapes. It was a place to hang out and watch them.
Posted inNews & Politics
Overlooked mayoral hopefuls share bold visions for Chicago
They may have little name recognition and no campaign funds, but the regular people running for mayor are committed to making the city thrive.
Posted inNews & Politics
These candid photos capture how seniors are growing communities—while growing older—on the south side
From Auburn Gresham to Hyde Park, seniors and their allies are doing whatever it takes to combat social isolation and other issues of aging.
Posted inBlogs
Help us identify these south-side neighborhoods
The latest Blvck Vrchives features photos of the south side of Chicago from the 1960s to the 1980s, with a call to action to help identify the neighborhoods depicted.
Posted inBlogs
Developers try to hide giant Chicago Spire hole and other news
Also, a Rockford IceHogs player is charged with a felony for revenge porn.
Posted inBlogs
Hey, Mayor Rahm, reopen the mental health clinics!
Looking to blame someone or something for the failures of his reign, Mayor Rahm discovers “mental health crises” four years after he closed mental health clinics in low-income, high-crime neighborhoods.
Posted inFilm
Spike Lee takes on Chicago gun violence, but where are the victims?
Chi-Raq is too full of distractions to address the city’s ongoing tragedy.
Posted inBlogs
Gotta get gumbo at Three Chefs
Go to Three Chefs in Auburn-Gresham and try the gumbo.
Posted inBest of Chicago
Best Rec Center With a Roller Rink and a Bowling Alley
In fact, it’s the only place in Chicago with a roller rink and a bowling alley under one roof.