Francia Garcia Hernandez

The 4300 West Cullerton Street block club hosts its annual block party and is seeking school supply donations for about 50 neighborhood kids.

The lanes, along with curb improvements, are on a 1.5-mile stretch between Pulaski Road and California Avenue, part of the 24th Street Neighborhood Greenway project.

Octaviano Romero, 39, is charged with murder and attempted murder in the shooting that killed 9-year-old Ariana Molina and wounded 10 others, including children ages 1, 8 and 9.

The proposal could be considered at a City Council committee hearing this month. Supporters say it could generate more money for the neighborhood, while critics worry it will lead to higher property taxes.

The popular Middle Eastern restaurant, the fourth Chicago location for owner Shadi Ramli and his family, has been in the works on 18th Street since 2020.

Restoration of the city landmark included repairing the iconic clock, rehabilitating the granite, limestone and stucco, and cleaning and repairing the facade and roof.

The grassroots arts nonprofit is hosting a fundraiser Saturday to support its artist residencies and public art programs.

The ordinance was up for a vote at a key City Council committee meeting Monday, but it was pulled from consideration as neighbors continue to weigh in.

Mexican families are moving outside of their traditional Pilsen and Little Village strongholds to make up Chicago's new “Brown Belt,” researchers said.

Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez pushed the committee to approve the landmark designation but ultimately failed as the Archdiocese of Chicago is not on board. The city has until June to reconsider the proposal.