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The past and present of Chicago school closures
School closures remain one of the biggest issues when it comes to public education in Chicago. Say More asks listeners, “Is it ever OK to close a school? If so, when?”. The debate over school closures continues after Chicagoans voted for its first fully-elected school board. School board members...
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3 Candidates File To Replace Matt O’Shea As 19th Ward Alderman
BEVERLY — The 19th Ward will have a new alderperson next year for the first time in more than a decade. Three people have filed to replace outgoing Ald. Matt O’Shea (19th) after O’Shea announced in September he would not seek a fifth term. He first ran for alderman in 2011 following then-alderwoman Ginger Rugai’s decision to retire after 20 years in office.
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In acclaimed 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem' documentary, a Chicago journalist emerges from obscurity
At the height of the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s, the city bustled with activity. People recited Langston Hughes’ “Weary Blues” poem on street corners. Duke Ellington delivered electrifying performances at the Cotton Club. A’Lelia Walker, daughter of millionaire Madam C. J. Walker, drew an enviable guest list to salons at her townhouse.
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These twelve Chicago restaurants made OpenTable's 2026 list of top 100 in the US
Twelve Chicago restaurants made a new list of the top 100 spots to dine in the country. The list, created by restaurant reservation platform OpenTable, was "generated from over 11 million reviews from verified OpenTable diners and dining metrics," its introduction states. Only restaurants in "good standing" with OpenTable and...
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Mount Greenwood Ice Rink Gets New Chiller As Season Approaches
MOUNT GREENWOOD — After confirming Mount Greenwood ice rink would open amid closure rumors, the Chicago Park District is updating the rink’s infrastructure before its opening date later this month. A Park District spokesperson told Block Club on Thursday that a new chiller for the rink had been...
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What Should Parents Do When a Child Gets Injured at School?
When a child gets injured at school, parents may feel frightened, frustrated, and uncertain about what to do next. Schools are expected to provide reasonably safe environments, but accidents can happen in classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, and athletic facilities. Some injuries are minor, while others require emergency treatment, ongoing medical care, or extended time away from school.