An all-ages social club aimed at preserving the game of dominoes, a Puerto Rican cultural tradition, is set to open this summer with classes and tournaments in Humboldt Park's Paseo Borikén. blockclubchi.co/43W5ZMv

A local progressive political group is threatening legal action against an alderman who falsely tried to link them to Elias Rodriguez, the man accused of fatally shooting two Israeli Embassy staff members in Washington, D.C. blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/23/p... via @blockclubchi.bsky.social

Chicago Tonight | Week in Review: City Council Blocks Jan. 6 Rioters From City Jobs; Police Misconduct Budget Almost Exhausted, with @sdaniels27.bsky.social @heathercherone.bsky.social @elviamalagon.bsky.social @themelodymercado.bsky.social & host @brandisfriedman.bsky.social

Water Tower Place 'Past Its Prime' As A Mall— But Mag Mile Recovery In Full Swing, Backers Say Vacancy dropped on Mag Mile from 33% to 26% with new spots like Aritzia, Alo Yoga & Hershey Experience. Coming soon: Harry Potter Shop, Mango & Uniqlo. blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/07/w...

“If you had an arranged marriage and then you, like, stumble into first love at 60 years old, that’s hilarious and a lot,” Puja said. “I feel like it’s enough to just navigate falling in love when you’re young … and then there’s this other idea [that’s] it’s never too late.”

Week in Review: Pritzker Says Education Department Cuts Could Cost State $3B; Downtown Shooting Revives Curfew Talk with @mitchtrout.bsky.social @themelodymercado.bsky.social Rufus Williams, Nader Issa and host @amandavinicky.bsky.social news.wttw.com/2025/03/14/w...

Ready or not, here we go again. The next phase of work on Milwaukee Avenue b/w Diversey/Kimball and Logan, and the Logan Square traffic circle's new traffic pattern and closure, kicks off this week, which has nearby business owners nervous amid an already slow season. blockclubchi.co/4h8Yfez

In the latest Godzilla comic book, the King of the Monsters descends upon Chicago and hits all the classic spots, literally The Blue Line, Lollapalooza and Indiana all take a beating in “Godzilla Vs. Chicago” blockclubchicago.org/2025/02/27/g...

Construction is underway on several projects at Leland and Western avenues in Lincoln Square that will require northbound commuters who catch the bus at the Western Brown Line stop to adapt their route slightly. blockclubchicago.org/2025/02/28/w... via @blockclubchi.bsky.social

Chaotic Committee Meeting Video Briefly Removed After 'Improper' Ask From Mayor's Office, Clerk Says The Mayor's Office requested the removal of the first 8 mins of the video after the live broadcast aired a conversation between 2 unidentified people blockclubchicago.org/2025/02/06/c...

Can The Google Effect Revive The Loop? Experts I spoke to say the revitalization of the Thompson Center + Revitalize LaSalle is starting to show signs of an upcoming economic boom for the Loop. blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/27/c...

I spoke with two financial experts on Bally's “minority investment” offer plus dove into the 200+ page deal. Here’s what I learned. Big takeaway: you aren’t guaranteed a return on investment blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/24/b...

Chicago Tonight | The Week in Review: End of the Line for Dorval Carter at CTA; First Partially Elected School Board Sworn In, with @themelodymercado.bsky.social Laure Washington, @alexnitkin.bsky.social Megan Crepeau & host @amandavinicky.bsky.social news.wttw.com/2025/01/17/w...

In 'Searching For Justice,' A Cast Impacted By The Prison System Explores Criminal Justice Reforms The sold-out show by Mud Theatre Project, a nonprofit founded by a recently exonerated man, premieres tonight @ Steppenwolf. via @ataviawrotethis.bsky.social blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/16/i...

I'll be OOO next week for a fiscal reporting workshop, where I'll be diving deep into topics like budgets, bonds, incentives, housing, and more. I'm excited to learn and hope to bring back some great ideas for 2025! Until then send tips to - [email protected]

Merry Xmas to me with a 255 lb squat. 💞🌸

Update: The hospital saw my story and will not charge the boy and family for medical and therapy care. The fundraiser also reached its goal after this story went out in 12 hours! $ donated will go toward financial support during the holidays and to fix the car door riddled with bullet holes.

Bally’s Apologizes After Demolition Debris Spills Into Chicago River Due to its proximity to the Chicago River, the demolition of the Tribune’s publishing center was labeled “environmentally complex” earlier this year Demo is paused for now blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/19/bal…

Shedd Aquarium's Wonder Of Water Replaces 53-Year-Old Exhibit — And Gives Lake Life Some Love It replaces the Caribbean Reef in the rotunda, showcases salt- & freshwater ecosystems in two 28,000gal tanks. @themelodymercado.bsky.social/@blockclubchi.bsky.social blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/09/s...

West Loop Grocer's Owners Staying At Store Around The Clock After 3 Burglary Attempts In 1 Week “Of course, we’re scared, but I can’t just be home and think everything is going to be alright,” one owner said. blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/05/w...

Hey folks! My interview with the legendary Lupe Fiasco is out with @thetriibe.com. We had an incredible conversation about him and his father being honored by the city of Chicago, west side rap, violence in Chicago hip hop and more! Give it a read! #hiphopsky #media thetriibe.com/2024/12/how-...

New concept at Italian Village Restaurant opens THIS week 👀 blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/02/s...

Chicago Tonight | The Week in Review: Johnson Proposes $150 Million Tax Hike; Solis Takes the Stand, with @themelodymercado.bsky.social @jake-sheridan.bsky.social @robhartmedia.bsky.social Reema Amin and host @ndblumberg.bsky.social news.wttw.com/2024/11/22/w...

Inbox: former Press Secretary Ronnie Reese was placed on administrative leave in October and then discharged Nov. 5 Paperwork indicates he was “discharged for failure to meet professional standards.”

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The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year working street festivals/events — only about $2 million has been reimbursed to the city by event organizers. “If you don’t ante up, you shouldn’t get the chance to re-up next year.” blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/18/c...