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New bar and restaurant coming to Morse Ave.
The owner of the building at 1412 W. Morse, Alex Samrdzija, will be the proprietor of the proposed new business, which will be similar to Xippo, a restaurant and bar that Mr. Samrdzija owns in Lincoln Square at 3759 N Damen.More…
Don Gordon talks with Blago - Updated with Video
The longtime RP resident and former 49th ward candidate for Alderman talks with the indicted former Governor at Northwestern Univ, where he is currently an adjunct professor of political Science. Go to the Blago Blog here... Watch the program on C-SPAN here.Community News from EveryBlock
Real Estate, Business and Crime news...CTA authorizes spending $550 million on 406 new rail cars; $674 million total buy
I admit it. I'm suffering from CTA service cuts burnout. So it was great that the CTA board met Wednesday and acted on a couple topics near and dear to my heart -- the new train cars and CTA safety. Next week we'll discuss safety. MORE HEREAn Ethnic Mix Keeps It Funky in Chicago - New york Times
HOW does Rogers Park, a neighborhood on the northern edge of Chicago, stay funky? The secret is geography. The area lies beyond the end of Lake Shore Drive; most east-west streets dead-end into beaches, and there’s no quick way to get downtown. continue reading at nyt.Bring in the New Year with Rambler Men’s Basketball
Loyola Ramblers home basketball schedule...More…
Loyola University - Edgewater/Rogers Park Community Day
Men's Basketball Tues Nov 17th, 2009 7:00 PM LOYOLA vs CANISIUSMore…
Loyola Energy Survey
Is there a way to keep people from using excess fossil fuels on a daily basis in Rogers Park? The lack of public transit options for members of the community reduces their options for and accessibility to destinations close to their home. This project directly influences the community of Rogers Park in giving residents a chance to voice their opinion about the current transportation infrastructure available.More…
You Have a Date With Democracy—Decide How Your Tax Dollars Will Be Spent in the Ward
Dear Neighbor, Around the United States and here in Chicago, city leaders are increasingly asking residents for suggestions about budget spending. Here in the 49th Ward, we're going one step further. Through a novel experiment in democracy, I'm not just asking for your opinion--I'm asking you to make real decisions about how we spend our money.More…
Alderman Moore’s City Council Report
Alderman Moore's City Council ReportMore…
Music, Theater, Food and More from the Heart of Rogers Park
Neighbors, Friends, Family- Everyone! • This week's Live from the Heartland Radio Show (view show live, visit http://www.WLUW.org or listen in at 88.7 FM): Featured guests include Dick Simpson, professor of Political Science at UIC and former alderman; Dan Hall, WBEZ coordinator; and Rita Webb, activist from the Nonviolent Peaceforce http://www.nonviolentpeaceforce.orgMore…
Heather Steans State Senator Legislative Update
Dear Neighbor, The United States claims to be the most free and independent country in the world. Yet all of our citizens do not have equal rights. In Illinois, same-sex couples have to fight to visit each other in hospitals, make health care decisions, and raise children together.More…
Chicago Authors Talk Chicago - Oct 22 Heartland Cafe
Chicago Public Radio in collaboration with STOP SMILING presents a showcase of Chicago authors to rhapsodize about the city that shaped their lives and work. Authors Joe Meno, Cristina Henrquez, Deb Olin-Unferth and Eula Biss take the Heartland Cafe stage to weave a single narrative from disparate selected readings and personal anecdotes, revealing many facets of Chicago's literary tapestry.
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Transition Rogers Park
Transition Rogers Park Chicago held its first visioning session on June 20, 2009. The ideas generated through interactive, participatory exercises will seed working groups in the areas of community, food, reskilling, transportation and local commerce as "Rogers Parkers" work to build a community that is resilient to the challenges ahead, including climate change, peak oil and the economy. It's a start, and there's more to come. Visit http://www.transitionrogerspark.org to learn more.Alderman Moore’s City Council Report
Dear Neighbor, As the summer season comes to an end, I want to update you on July's City Council meeting, which was the last City Council meeting before the annual August break. For the first time in many months, the City Council did not consider any controversial legislation.More…
The Last 4 Miles: Symposium at Loyola
The Last 4 Miles: A proposal by Friends of the Parks to Complete Chicago’s Lakefront Park System Symposium: Thursday, SEP 10│5:30-7:30 PM AUG 21 – SEP 27│Crown Center GalleryMore…
Chicago Reader has new owners…again.
The Chicago Reader is reporting that the Reader is now owned by an investment fund in New York. Find a link to the reader article here.More…
Latest Chicago Recycling Program
Much has been said about the much criticized recycling efforts in Chicago. In a special to the Chicago Tribune article, a new program seems to be a win win for everyone.More…
The Olympics 2016 - Why we should win
Sandy Goldman writes about events in Rogers Park (an exciting neighborhood on the far north side of Chicago), the country and the world. He is the former opinion columnist and founding editor of RP 2000 (published by the Rogers Park Community Council). Known for his inquisitive, analytical and satirical style, he provides a thoughtful look at life. Sandy is longtime community activist and a Rogers Park resident since 1958. Read why Sandy thinks Chicago should host the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.
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Market Update - by Steven M. Cain
Steven Cain is a Senior Loan Consultant with the Chase Commercial Lending Team. He writes a weekly update published every Monday.More…
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