July 2022

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Lollapalooza 2022: Chicago Schedule, Sunday Lineup, J-Hope Time, Tickets

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 31, 2022

Lollapalooza did well in Chicago with Metallica among the artists to have played It's the last day of Lollapalooza that's about to begin but there's a lot of huge acts to come. Green Day, BTS's J-Hope and Maneskin are among the artists…

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Sydney Marathon races to join Abbott World Marathon Majors – Sports Tourism Media

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 30, 2022

Sydney is on track to join the world's hottest marathon cities, with the Blackmores Sydney Marathon officially announced as a contender for the Abbott World Marathon Majors series - the first marathon from Oceania to be nominated. To…

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Workshoppe Chicago Brings International Stories to Evanston Homes

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 30, 2022

From hand-woven Californian baskets to decadent Turkish towels, co-owners Nicole Petsos and Vivian Afrik want to tell you how and where each handcrafted piece they sell was created. It's the company…

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City colleges add liaison officers to help undocumented students navigate college

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 29, 2022

Chicago's undocumented students are getting a big boost when it comes to navigating…

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Inflation and wage data suggest US prices will continue to rise – Chicago Tribune

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 29, 2022

Inflation jumped in June and average worker wages accelerated in the spring – signs that Americans are unlikely to feel any relief from rising prices anytime soon and that the Federal Reserve will feel pressured to raise costs further. of…

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Lolla fans do ‘cannabus’ to stock up on weed during the festival

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 28, 2022

As Lollapalooza descends on Grant Park for four days of music and community celebration, Chicago cannabis dispensaries are gearing up for what they hope will be another long weekend of explosive sales.From outdoor tents to treat customers…

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University launches violence intervention fund to support community and university violence…

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 28, 2022

A new University of Chicago fund designed to support and scale up community and academic violence reduction efforts is now accepting applications through September 1, 2022. In a message to the University community on July 28,…

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From Mississippi to Chicago: Mother Rendell turns 100

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 27, 2022

BRIDGEVIEW, IL — Like the concentric circles of a tree, Josephine Rendell's rings span ten decades. She is the matriarch of her family and the oldest member of the church her mother founded more than 65 years ago. His incredible life was…

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Google to buy Chicago’s Thompson Center after renovations

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 27, 2022

By Charlie Innis (July 27, 2022, 7:18 p.m. EDT) -- Google plans to expand its presence in Chicago by purchasing the James R. Thompson Center, currently valued at $105 million, after the building undergoes renovations with a developer…

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Two CPS teachers could be fired for pushing students to protest General Iron’s move

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 27, 2022

Two Chicago public school teachers face fire for encouraging high school students to…

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Skydeck Chicago Vs. Chicago 360: Which Has Better Views?

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 26, 2022

As a hub of iconic neighborhoods and outstanding architecture, there's plenty to admire in Chicago. Every year, tourists enjoy the city from a panoramic view on two breathtaking observation decks, Skydeck Chicago and Chicago 360. A!-->!-->!-->…

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Eli’s Cheesecake to expand Dunning factory and create jobs

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 26, 2022

Eli's Cheesecake Co. broke ground on Tuesday on a $9.5 million expansion to its Northwest Side production facility that will give the iconic Chicago cheesecake maker space to grow as it expands. will recover from the COVID-19…

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White Sox vs Rockies – Game Preview – July 26, 2022

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 26, 2022

Chicago White Sox (48-48, third in AL Central) vs. Colorado Rockies (44-53, fourth in NL West)Denver; Tuesday, 8:40 p.m. EDTLIKELY TO PITCH: White Sox: Michael Kopech (3-6, 3.36 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 74 strikeouts); Rockies: German Marquez…

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The Lean Mile – Chicago Magazine

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 25, 2022

LJust over a decade ago, Water Tower Place was the ultimate destination for shoppers wanting to splash the cash along the Magnificent Mile. The gray marble-clad building on North Michigan Avenue was once home to retail…

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1st and 10: It’s time for Jaquan Brisker to play football

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 24, 2022

Bears offer safety to rookies Jaquan Brisker the opportunity of a lifetime. He may want…

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Murals celebrate Route 66

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 23, 2022

Ricketts recently began a nearly week-long process to paint a Route 66 mural at the southwest corner of West Vandalia and South Main streets in downtown Edwardsville. The mural will be displayed on an exterior wall of the building facing…

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My Block My Hood My City Brings Back Youth-Led Community Walks

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 23, 2022

On Tuesday, nine high school and college students aged 14 to 18 gathered on the West Side at Collins Academy High School in Douglass Park to prepare for the next seven weeks.It was a training day for teenagers who are part of My Block, My…

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High school basketball: Sam Lewis senior of Simeon chooses Toledo

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 22, 2022

There are still a lot of unknowns for Sam Lewis of Simeon, one of Illinois' top twelve…

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After 2 years of waiting, the Cincinnati Music Festival is about to return

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 21, 2022

CINCINNATI — After a two-year hiatus, Cincinnati's famed music festival returns to the banks of the Ohio River this weekend. What do you want to know The Cincinnati Music Festival is one of the region's biggest tourist events The…

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Clarity Clinic will sponsor the Chicago Market Days Festival

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 21, 2022

CHICAGO, July 21 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarity Clinic is proud to sponsor the 40e Northalsted Market Days®, a weekend-long live music street festival celebrating the community in Chicago's iconic Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood.…

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New List – NBC Chicago

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 21, 2022

A popular Chicago suburb has been named one of the best places to live nationally, according to a recently released list, with several places in the Midwest making the top 10. Among 100 cities in America, Naperville was…

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Main economic events until September 30

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 21, 2022

Breadcrumb Links PMN Company Author of the article: Content of the article July 21 (Reuters) – For other journals, please see: Main economic events Emerging Markets Economic Events Public debt auctions Political…

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Chicago-area comedians will make people laugh at Whiskey Acres event at DeKalb on Wednesday –…

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 20, 2022

DeKALB – Whiskey Acres Distilling Co., a DeKalb County spirits distillery distillery, will host a midweek comedy night on Wednesday, featuring four Chicago-area comedians."We are very excited," said Jamie Walter, President and CEO of…

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Community News – Chicago Tribune

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 19, 2022

The Gary Community Partnership (GCP) will host its second annual Back2Health 3K Run, Jog, Walk and Back-to-School Health Fair from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 30 at the ArtHouse: A Social Kitchen, 411 E. Fifth Ave ., Gary. The all-ages event…

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For the second time, CARVANA banned from selling cars in Illinois – NBC Chicago

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 19, 2022

For the second time in two months, a popular used car company is once again banned from sale in the state of Illinois. Carvana is known for its modern approach to selling cars with its towering vending machines and wacky…

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July 16, 2022 – NBC Chicago

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 18, 2022

White Sox Farm Report: July 16, 2022 originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Editor's note: "White Sox Farm Report: July 16, 2022" originally appeared on Sox on the 35th. Sox On 35th's Jordan Lazowski will be a regular…

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New Memoir Highlights Bronzeville’s Rich History and Culture | Black Voices | Chicago News

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 17, 2022

A new book capturing what it was like growing up in Bronzeville in the 1950s and 1960s is the latest installment from our Black Voices Book Club. "When Blackness was Golden!" : Observation from the front line” is a memoir by Pemon Rami.…

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Chicago White Sox and Minnesota Twins meet in Game 4 of the series

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 17, 2022

Chicago White Sox (45-46, third in AL Central) vs. Minnesota Twins (50-43, first in AL Central) Minneapolis; Sunday, 2:10 p.m. EDT LIKELY TO LAUNCH: White Sox: Dylan Cease (0-0); Twins: to be determined LOWER: The Chicago White…

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Best beach trips from DC, Chicago and New York

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 16, 2022

Comment this storyCommentWhile cities offer us culture, nightlife, food and architecture, they are hot and crowded in the warmer months. Our summer dreams are made of coasts, not city centers.A hotel or public pool can be a good quick fix,…

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Help the Center culturel de la Rive-Sud prosper

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 16, 2022

The South Shore Cultural Center has been an invaluable community and cultural asset…

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Factory output declines for second month, Fed data shows

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 15, 2022

A second month of sluggish industrial production underlines the impact of an accumulation of inventories at the same time as a higher risk of inflation dampens sales and as household spending turns to services. A slowdown in order growth…

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Gas prices today, July 15, 2022: Check the cheapest gas stations today

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 15, 2022

Amean gas price have fallen significantly since the start of July, with June prices soaring beyond belief, but they still remain higher than they were earlier in 2022, meaning drivers are shopping to try to find the best price.With that in…

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Bronzeville Arts District Trolley Tour Continues

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 14, 2022

Friday, July 15, dive into the 2022 Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour which offers great access to the nation's largest African American art district. Now in its 16th year, the 2022 Bronzeville Art District…

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Chicago Bears Latest News, July

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 14, 2022

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yP1tcy9a10 BEARRRSSSS Chicago Bears 2022 Player Preview: Jaylon Johnson - CHGO - Jaylon Johnson is looking to take his game to new heights in Year 3. Here's the Chicago Bears…

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Chicago tourism approaching, but still lagging behind, 2019 levels

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 13, 2022

Chicago tourism has yet to recover to pre-pandemic levels, but it could fully recover by 2024, and possibly sooner, industry leaders said.In the four weeks ending July 9, hotel occupancy in the central business district was 75%, up from 81%…

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This is the best ice cream shop in Illinois, according to Yelp – NBC Chicago

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 13, 2022

If you're looking for a sign to go ahead and order dessert, here it is. In honor of National Ice Cream Day coming up Sunday, Yelp released its 2022 list of the best ice cream shops in North America, which includes…

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Former Obama White House aide David Anderson named honorary Chicago consul to Uganda

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 12, 2022

Anderson was invited to Uganda early last year by the Senior Presidential Adviser for Diaspora Affairs, Ambassador Walusimbi Abbey. The invitation was issued by the office of the Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Known as "The…

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New COVID Variant, Masking Requested Again – NBC Chicago

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 12, 2022

As doctors urge the public to return to masking guidelines with the rapid spread of BA.4 and BA.5, a new super-contagious COVID variant is also causing concern. Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic…

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One of Chicago’s Largest Hotels Heads for Ownership Change After Foreclosure Judgment

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 12, 2022

Chicago's second-largest hotel may have a new owner after its lender received a foreclosure judgment for defaulting on more than $333 million early in the pandemic, one of the biggest examples of distress in the American hospitality…

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Omicron BA.5 is spreading, so let’s make smart choices to keep it at bay

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 12, 2022

By now, most Americans have probably heard of BA.5, the subvariant of Omicron that…

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The Anarchapulco series takes its time

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 11, 2022

There's no better time than the present, and time heals all wounds (a little, but we'll deal with it), but time waits for no one - not even the anti-government, bitcoin-crazed mob and who put the annual festival gathering known as…

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July 10, 2022 editorial cartoons: Parade shooting, Biden’s economy, Trump’s temper

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 10, 2022

This week's gallery of editorial cartoons is dominated by Monday's mass shooting in a July 4 parade in Highland Park, Illinois, which left seven people dead and more than 30 injured. Scott Stantis of the Chicago Tribune leads the gallery…

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Only blocking access to assault weapons will result in less mass fire

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 10, 2022

July 4, Independence Day, is America's most sacred holiday. But this year it's the 4th…

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Lives lost in Highland Park shooting leave community, country shaken by grief and grief

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 9, 2022

Those who lost their lives were executed in front of their relatives.Some of the injured…

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Elite people increasingly dominate academia in the United States

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 8, 2022

First-generation scholars have always been rare. Now they are disappearing.July 8, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. EDT(John Bulmer/Popperfoto/Getty Images)Comment this storyCommentTo understand the critical issues facing the U.S. economy — runaway…

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And who, exactly, would pay for a Soldier Field dome? – Chicago Tribune

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 7, 2022

The so-called Task Force on the Mayor's Museum Campus seems to have a strange dual purpose. The stated intent is to "reinvent the museum campus experience by targeting year-round campus tourism and activation," but the elephant in the room…

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2022 Illinois Primary Election Summary | McGuire Woods Consulting

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 7, 2022

2022 Illinois Primary Election Summary The Illinois primary election was held on June 28, 2022. Election results favored far-right Republicans and progressive Democrats, who defeated more moderate candidates in a number of races. On the…

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Prime Minister of Tasmania – International flights resume in Hobart to boost Tasmania’s…

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 7, 2022

July 7, 2022 Michael Ferguson, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport The Liberal Government of Tasmania is strengthening Tasmania's future by bringing more tourism…

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Chicago Bears Latest News, July 6, 2022

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 6, 2022

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmCNf7P7YTA BEARRRSSSS CHGO Bears Podcast: Chicago Bears Schedule Preview: Week 11 - Atlanta Falcons - CHGO - In this episode, the guys take a look at the Chicago Bears' Week 11…

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United Airlines expands its network in the Western Pacific with Saipan-Tokyo flights

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 6, 2022

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Emotional Ozzie Guillén reacts to Highland Park, IL Mass Shooting – NBC Chicago

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 5, 2022

Emotional Ozzie Guillén reacts to Highland Park mass shooting originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago All of Chicagoland is reacting to the deadly mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, which took place during the…

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Chicago Bears Latest News, July 4, 2022

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 4, 2022

THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9KZ3jgbbmI BEARRRSSSS With training camp coming up, where do the Bears land in the NFL power rankings? - Chicago Sun-Times - Plus, a look at the Bills, Rams, NFC North and the…

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Residents fear the country is heading in the wrong direction

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 3, 2022

The anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence is a time of great celebration. It is also a moment of reflection on where we have been and where we are going. The National Opinion Research Center at the University of…

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Sunny and warm conditions are expected on Sunday, but a serious threat looms for July 4 – NBC…

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 3, 2022

The Chicago area will experience a warm and sunny Sunday, but the threat of severe weather could loom in Monday's holiday forecast. According to the latest forecast models, all indications are that Sunday will see plenty…

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After two years of pandemic, a rebound in summer travel – and chaos

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 2, 2022

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Chicago Fire take on San Jose Earthquakes after shutout victory

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 2, 2022

Chicago Fire (4-8-5, 13th in the Eastern Conference) vs. San Jose Earthquakes (3-7-6, 14th in the Western Conference) San Jose, California; Sunday, 9 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: San Jose +111, Chicago +216, Draw +268;…

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US wheat falls to pre-war levels in Ukraine; corn, soy also drop

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 2, 2022

CHICAGO — U.S. wheat futures fell Friday to levels not seen since Russia invaded Ukraine in February, disrupting flows from the Breadbasket of the Sea region Noire, under pressure from a stronger US dollar and increased global supplies from…

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Vice President Kamala Harris returns to Chicago on Tuesday to address the National Education…

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 2, 2022

Vice President Kamala Harris returns to Chicago on Tuesday to speak at the National…

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The first “This Is Gary” sparks great passion for Steel City

Alvin K. Hegg Jul 1, 2022

“This Is Gary,” a 5-day initiative created to shine a light on Gary's greatness, officially wrapped up its inaugural debut on June 26. Ultimately, hundreds of people were able to experience what designer Joslyn Kelly calls…