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Co-Owners at Alcala’s Boutique Steal the Show

Co-Owners at Alcala’s Boutique Steal the Show

Ukrainian Village is full of friendly people and fun shops, but none friendlier and more entertaining than the sisters behind the chic Alcala’s Boutique. Inside you’ll find bright, patterned tops and dresses, trendy boots, shoes and accessories to compliment any outfit, but the real showstoppers are co-owners Linda and Elia Alcala. After working retail for […]

With chants of, “It’s our money, not theirs,” several dozen people gathered Thursday at Federal Plaza to protest President Obama’s proposed cuts to veteran and Social Security benefits, “I was hoping to retire at 62,” said Bill Preston, an Illinois resident who is now 60. “I don’t think that’s going to happen.” The protest and […]

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Chicago Latinos embrace first pope from Latin America

After the appointment of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church’s first Jesuit pope from Latin America, citizens of Chicago weigh in on what the appointment means to them.

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Rogers Park To Heat It Up With Cook-off

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Rogers Park To Heat It Up With Cook-off

The Glenwood Sunday Market will hold its fourth annual “Heat It Up!” chili cook-off in Rogers Park this Sunday, giving people a chance to warm up and escape from all of the snow. At least 21 different chefs, or teams, will participate in the competition by bringing their own unique chili to the Glenwood Bar, […]

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Women Dance in Chicago to ‘Break the Chain’

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Women Dance in Chicago to ‘Break the Chain’

The campaign known as One Billion Rising celebrates Valentine’s Day with a flash mob, poetry and performances. This celebration focuses on inspiring women to stand up and speak out against gender based violence. About 200 women and men danced in the Loop for the global event.

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