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Big Ten announces new divisions -- and everyone wins?

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The Tribune loves the newly announced divisions for 2011. Do you agree? (33 views) ... More...

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Was Marie Owens the nation's first female cop?

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A female police officer in the 1890s? It happened in Chicago...supposedly. (33 views) ... More...

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Cubs Fan Report 9/2: Cubs Finally Win Pirates Series; A New Favorite for Manager?

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Cubs finally take a series from the Pirates with yesterday's 5-3 win. Is Fredi Gonzalez the actual favorite for Cubs manager? The Sun-Times says yes. Tom Ricketts says he will let GM Jim Hendry pick the new manager. (18 views) ... More...

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We're gonna need a bigger boat

Blogged by VinnieDuber 15 hours ago on Stan Mikita's Donuts.

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Meet the Adorable Dogs of Boystown

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The dog days of summer are almost over, but year-round the streets of Boystown are pulsating with pooches strolling about. (54 views) ... More...

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Chicago Avenue: A 'Hood in Limbo

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The story of the nebulous gentrification of a colorful strip in Ukrainian Village, told through interviews with its small-business owners. (141 views) ... More...

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Why No One Likes Jay Mariotti and Why He's One of the Reasons People Hate the Media

Blogged by mmitchell 3 days ago on Bullish Thoughts.

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Behind the Scenes at Jelly Belly Candy Company - Part 1 - Chicagoist

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Anthony Todd toured the Jelly Belly Candy Co. plant in North Chicago, took lots of photos and details the candy making process. (93 views) ... More...

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How Good can Joakim Noah Become?

Blogged by mmitchell 1 day ago on Bullish Thoughts.

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There's a river in Chicago that is toxic to this day to due to bubbles of gas from animal blood and digestive waste

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Bubbly Creek is the nickname given to the South Fork of the Chicago River's South Branch, which runs entirely within the city of Chicago, Illinois. (31 views) ... More...

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Hundreds Flood FEMA Field Office, Claim Federal Disaster Relief

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The human misery mosaic lining up on Chicago's West Side appears to be much like that which sought FEMA assistance after Hurricane Katrina swept a path of devastation through the Gulf five years ago. (54 views) ... More...

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Welcome to Wicker Park, Where Tagging is Not 'Art'

Blogged by Alisa 4 days ago on Wicker Park/Bucktown Pipeline.

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The Pipeline: Aug 31, 2010

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Today's Pipeline included news on Make Believe in Wicker Park, Bucktown Arts Fest, Naveen's Cuisine, West of Western Spaces & much more! ONE CORRECTION: In the Make Believe story we incorrectly assumed the winners were determined by clicks. (93 views) ... More...

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Dolinsky: Best Chicken Wings in Chicago

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Dolinsky Video: The best chicken wings aren't dipped in ranch. They are little hotties in Pilsen. (69 views) ... More...

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Chicago.Kids.Cooking.In.Mini Chefs hats...need we say more?

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A cooking show made by Chicago-area kids, starring Chicago-area kids and aimed at Chicago-area kids (and, soon, maybe national audiences) hits WYCC airwaves this week. (76 views) ... More...

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First they came for the architecture? Where the "take back America" crowd lives

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Interesting photo essay helping to show how the folks who call liberals "elitist" live.... (68 views) ... More...

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LeBron James Drops out of the All Time NBA Team After The Decision; Top 5 Players by Position

Blogged by mmitchell 3 weeks ago on Bullish Thoughts.

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How can teachers get parents involved? Join the conversation!

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Parent involvement is essential to creating a good school. Communities In Schools of Chicago Executive Director Jane Mentzinger says successful schools integrate parents into their community and help them become lifelong learners. (50 views) ... More...

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Chicago O'Hare Airport Security Flaws Demand Vigilance, Reform

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Reports that two Yemeni men may have planned a Chicago O'Hare terrorist hi-jacking have raised new concerns about whether millions spent by the Transportation Security Administration actually protect passengers. What do you think, Windy Citizens? (58 views) ... More...

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Jay Cutler is dating Kristin Cavallari?

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Well, guess it's true what they say. Chicks dig the long ball...even if it doesn't end up in the receiver's hands. (112 views) ... More...

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Melo to the Bulls: Do You Do Pull the Trigger?

Blogged by mmitchell 5 days ago on Bullish Thoughts.

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Could Ex-Disney CEO Michael Eisner Be Next Tribune Chair?

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Former Disney chief executive officer Michael Eisner is reportedly in the running to head up the Tribune as it emerges from bankruptcy. Think it could be a magical story of redemption? (113 views) ... More...

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Elections Looming, Aldermen Tread Cautiously Near Privatization

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Even Mayor Daley's most loyal Aldermanic allies appear reluctant to defend future financially-challenged privatization propositions. Must taxpayers buy it twice, Windy Citizens? (40 views) ... More...

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Inside the Wormhole: New Wicker Park coffee house with a Delorean in the front window

This place looks pretty terrific. I like that, despite the awesomeness of having a Delorean in their fornt window, they're most proud of the 1984 subway banner for Ghostbusters. Well-playe (223 views)

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Cubs Fan Report 9/1: Is Wrigley Field the Problem? What to Do with Big Z?

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Pirates avenge Monday's blowout loss with a blowout of their own, 14-7. And Counting takes a look at the Cubs' home record and wonders: Is Wrigley the Problem? (55 views) ... More...

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