August 2021 Newsletter
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Presents The Life and Legacy of Bill Mauldin Zoom Panel Wednesday, September 15, 2021
"The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is excited to welcome a panel of special guests to discuss the life and legacy of renowned cartoonist,...
Crain’s Chicago Business: Amazon conquered Sears. It’s also following in its footsteps
"After years spent driving many conventional retailers into bankruptcy, Amazon just announced plans to open its own physical 'department stores' that would sell both...
WBEZ Chicago Curious City: What Are Those Giant Structures Out In Lake Michigan? (Chicago 7 2017)
"Earlier this summer, eighth grader Aiden Singleton was biking near Wilson Avenue Beach with his mom when he spotted a giant structure, almost like...
Metropolitan Planning Council: Yesterday’s zoning: Next to a park and schools, an asphalt plant?
"The grassy lawns, sports fields, and lagoon of McKinley Park are frequented by families and students of Horizon Science Academy, a K-10 charter school...
Crain’s Chicago Business: Pullman National Monument faces a long haul ahead
"After years of dreaming and planning, the Pullman National Monument gets its official grand opening next week, but much more work awaits backers positioning...
WTTW Chicago: A Look at the Pullman National Monument Ahead of its Grand Opening
"Some people say that walking through Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood is like traveling back in time."On Labor Day weekend, a new visitor center in the...
LOSS: “Spotlight on Demolition” August 2021
Lake View State Bank / Belmont National Bank Building, 3179 N. Clark Street
Little Jim's, 3501 N. Halsted Street, Lake View
2215 N....
LOSS: Decorative Terra Cotta Ornament Stripped from New Devon Theater / Assyrian American Association
"As of September 2, 2021 it seems that the beautiful terra cotta face that has looked down over Devon Avenue for more than 100...