It’s that time of the season where I measure a year’s worth of political progress by comparing steps forwards and steps back, in the hope that overall we’ve made progress. I could fill this issue with many examples of elections, budgets, and spending plans from 2022. But I’ll settle on a few items. Starting with […]
Tag: Roseland
Posted inMusic
Insomniac Studios nurtures a music-business community on the far south side
With internships, apprenticeships, mentoring, and workshops, Blue Island’s Black-owned Insomniac Studios bypasses white industry gatekeepers.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
The inequity buster
If Mayor Lightfoot and Sam Skinner want to help the west and south sides, they should look to the TIFs.
Posted inFood & Drink
Mrs. Green has the cannabis collard green recipe that will melt your troubles away
A former paramedic captures that—and more—in his weed-infused soul food cookbook.
Posted inArts & Culture
South-side champion
Writer-photographer Lee Bey’s new book Southern Exposure showcases architectural masterworks on the typically neglected south and west sides.
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 inArts & Culture
Roseland’s transformation captured in 1970 student film
The footage of Old Fashioned Days on South Michigan Avenue will become the centerpiece of a new documentary.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
Would far-south-siders be willing to swap the long-awaited Red Line extension for a cheaper, quicker solution?
Residents of Roseland, Pullman, and other neighborhoods south of 95th weigh in on the Electric Line conversion.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
Mayor Rahm decides it’s a good time to give himself credit for improving CPS
The mayor stops bashing the schools so he can take credit for fixing them.
Posted inBlogs
Chicago State University still facing uncertain future, and other news
Also, a new walking tour about Chicago political corruption launches just in time for tourist season.
Posted inBlogs
Remembering the eight nurses murdered by Richard Speck 50 years later, and other Chicago news
Also, Chicago probably won’t host the 2017 NFL draft.
Posted inBlogs
Future of Lucas Museum in jeopardy, missing man found dead in Avalon Park, and other Chicago news
Also, the history of Chicago Public Schools’ financial mismanagement, and Sandra Bland’s mother introduces Hillary Clinton at a Bronzeville campaign rally.
Posted inBlogs
Rauner laments ongoing budget impasse, students anxious about uncertainty at Chicago State University, and other Chicago news
Also, Chris Christie plans a fund-raising stop in Chicago, and OpenGrid gives new access to public data.
Posted inNews & Politics
Mayoral candidates speak up about Chicago’s segregation
Well, at least four of the five did.
Posted inBlogs
In Roseland, a memorial honors slain youths
The toll of Chicago violence, brick by brick