I love when I get to write about people in our community doing impressive things, like this: A professional boxer and film editor, Olivia Curry is prepping for a big world title fight. She's excited to be elevating women’s boxing and even more thankful to represent Chicago. blockclubchi.co/46hypl3

The children who live on Josephine Christopher’s quiet Schorsch Village block call her yard the fairy garden — and for good reason The yard is home to 30 pet birds, 7 turtles, 2 tortoises, a greenhouse, a koi pond, 9 beehives and countless tropical plants blockclubchicago.org/2025/08/28/t...

NEW: Some call it the "Death Hospital": Inside a Northwest Side medical center plagued by problems. Patients & staff have reported filthy rooms, broken supplies & a flooded ER at Community First — despite the hospital getting tens of millions in taxpayer grants. blockclubchi.co/3JASNG4

The "Mayor of Mayfair" has been cleaning up his Northwest Side neighborhood for 26 years. blockclubchi.co/4gejTiN

A final Bam Bam update for now: The sweet pup is ready to relax and watch TV after being away from home for more than 2 months. He now faces some medical issues after his rescue, but funds raised by the community will help with his health bills. It was a joy to meet him! blockclubchi.co/3HLy2a3

GOOD NEWS: Bam Bam has been found and is safely back home with Angel. He was turned into the 16th district station last night by two people who refused to answer questions by officers and quickly left. I hope to get more info soon. blockclubchi.co/4msFbvh

Block Club's Block Party 2.0 is less than two months away! 📅 Saturday, Oct. 4. 📍 Half Acre Beer Co. 🎶 Live entertainment, local vendors + food + drinks 🤑 FREE RSVP: blockclubchi.co/45mRlOL Get VIP tickets here: blockclubchi.co/4muFQf3

Plans to bring a Trader Joe’s to Jefferson Park have been scrapped. blockclubchi.co/3UE13HI

A recent study found that nearly 80 percent of forests in and around Chicago are infested with invasive shrubs Restoration crews and thousands of volunteers are working diligently to change things blockclubchicago.org/2025/08/13/i...

The Edgebrook Coffee Shop and Diner is trading in its corned beef hash and ceramic coffee mugs for white tablecloths and duck confit — at least for one night. blockclubchicago.org/2025/08/05/t...

Cherise Irving discovered her father, the Rev. William “Chico” Higgins Jr., on Ancestry.com earlier this year. Since then, she’s explored her deep Chicago roots. And on Thursday, Higgins, 89, and Irving, 63, met for the first time. @mollydevore.bsky.social blockclubchicago.org/2025/07/25/s...

It’s time to start shaking paws and kissing babies: Portage Park’s first pet mayoral race is underway blockclubchicago.org/2025/07/23/p...

Boeing 737s and Airbus A350s aren’t the only things taking flight at O’Hare Airport. A quiet patch of green space at O’Hare has been home to a collection of beehives for almost 15 years. blockclubchicago.org/2025/07/18/o...

6 Far Northwest Side groups will get a $70,000 donation to help fund a garden, mural and park projects. blockclubchi.co/46ILJ3A

This Business Incubator program has been working to reverse Belmont Cragin’s shop closures: blockclubchi.co/46M1oiL

Whether it’s an extravagant Cubano packed with pork belly and smoked ham or a simple grilled cheese, Mike Barboza is convinced that nothing beats a good sandwich That’s why the Gladstone Park resident is opening Cured and Crafted, an artisan sandwich shop blockclubchicago.org/2025/07/02/c...

Chicago Breakfast Restaurant, Edgebrook’s newest spot, serves more than your morning meal. blockclubchi.co/3GfRvPC

Yes, I went to the "Free Adult Spelling Bee" in Wicker Park last night. It was a blast blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/26/a...

At Mosaic House, parents will be able to catch up on work, chat with friends and receive professional development, all while their children are being cared for in the next room. blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/25/m...

Pride On The Ice: Longtime President Of Chicago Gay Hockey Association Recognized By NHL A great story to have documented alongside @mollydevore.bsky.social / @blockclubchi.bsky.social blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/18/p...

Every June, a quiet residential neighborhood on the edge of the city becomes ground zero for the Gay Agenda — served up one pint or four-pack of tallboy cans at a time. blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/18/i...

The failed Crosstown Expressway could become a bike trail connecting Bucktown to the Botanic Gardens. blockclubchi.co/449qoi4

“It’s not enough for their bouncers to shove their problem people on the sidewalk and say their job is done,” the head of the local chamber said. blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/12/n...

Rain, sleet or snow, the Kaage family newsstand has been open everyday for the past 82 years. On June 29, the Edison Park fixture will sell its last paper. blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/06/e...

Chicago is sinking: The land under our feet is retreating more than most cities. blockclubchi.co/4dOHW6w

“There’s no place else like American Science and I’m not ready to let it go yet,” its owner said. blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/29/b...

For a decade, neighbors and city officials have been trying to turn the former rail line into a multi-use trail called the Weber Spur. However, city officials say completion of the multimillion-dollar project is still years away. blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/29/w...

Taft High School is home to Chicago Public Schools’ only bass fishing team. Over the past 16 years, the team has grown as more young people have gotten into fishing. via @mollydevore.bsky.social / @blockclubchi.bsky.social blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/27/m...

The closure of the heart of Lincoln Square has been celebrated by neighbors who love a car-free experience and bemoaned by business owners who say they’ve seen a drop in business. Now, it’s about to last longer. blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/25/l... via @blockclubchi.bsky.social

Just a decade ago, María Uzcátegui and her husband, Kharim Rincón, were selling arepas out of a carefully packed blue cooler. This fall, the couple opened their third restaurant blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/10/r...

Ma-Pa vintage store has opened in Dunning, with a focus on sustainability.

Exciting news: @blockclubchi.bsky.social is launching a food + drink newsletter! 🍕🍻 Block Club Eats drops next week, serving up Chicago food news, features + hidden gems from our hungry neighborhood reporters. Sign up now to get it delivered every Monday: buff.ly/c5Ysha0

The Forest Preserves of Cook County burns an average of 7,738 acres every year, making it one of the largest urban prescribed burn programs in the country. The practice has even grown in recent years — 30 years after the entire program was nearly snuffed out.

"Are we waiting for someone to die?" NW Siders are begging the city to address a dangerous intersection. buff.ly/m3VNBvG

Cannabist dispensary is “closed until further notice” after a driver a crashed into the Jefferson Park storefront. buff.ly/iBlxM3U

A locally-owned gym will replace the LA Fitness in Portage Park. "The neighborhood wants this." buff.ly/OWZUC3G

The folks at the Irish American Heritage Center is preparing for their busiest weekend of the year, but they still set aside some time to chat with me about the center's interesting history ☘️ blockclubchicago.org/2025/03/12/i...

"More than a place to eat": Rickshaw Street Eats in Old Irving Park is a restaurant with a mission. buff.ly/9Ovl1WD