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January 24, 2023

Life Expectancy Between Two Chicago Neighborhoods Reveals Years of Systemic Racism

But the pride isn’t perfect, and neither is Chicago. Two neighborhoods, just nine miles apart, have vastly different tones. Englewood, a predominantly Black, impoverished neighborhood, and the Gold Coast, a mostly white, wealthy neighborhood, are separated not only by the towering steel skyscrapers of the Loop but also by a startling 30-year gap in life expectancy.

December 9, 2022

Fate of Historic Chicago Buildings Up for Debate

The Century and Consumers buildings reflect Chicago’s standing as a global leader in architectural innovation, but they may be a threat to a nearby courthouse. 

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October 3, 2022

Chicago Dealership Paints Catalytic Converters Pink to Deter Thefts

A Chicago car dealership has found a colorful way to foil thieves.

Model and influencer, Madeline Ford sitting.

December 22, 2021

Madeline Ford Says “Be the Exception”

Viral sensation Madeline Ford, a model and influencer, has over 600k followers on Instagram and over 700k on TikTok, uses her authentic spirit and incredible wit to discuss controversial topics. This 24-year-old red-head beauty based in Chicago, is using her “pretty privilege” to talk about women’s rights issues and is even using her platform to shine a spotlight on Black creators to promote diversity within the fashion industry. 

December 19, 2021

Chicago’s Magnificent Mile Crime Wave May Impact Holiday Shopping

(CHICAGO) – Downtown Chicago has seen a wave of robbery-related crime over the past few months, changing the tone of […]