Chicago This Week Episode 4
South Siders divided over the Obama Presidential Center
By DeForest Mapp Medill Reports Transportation, parking and the use of Jackson Park for the Obama Presidential Center are dividing area residents as plans and community feedback continue to pour in. The Chicago Park District is setting the date for the next public meeting for the Obama Presidential Center as well as the Tiger Woods-designed golf course that would refurbish […]
Divvy Bikes: a safe way to get around Chicago
By Caroline Kenny Getting around Chicago can be tough these days. With its steady stream of traffic on the highways and residual delays on the CTA, many have turned to an alternate way of navigating the city: Divvy bikes. According to a report released by the Chicago Tribune, Divvy bikes have only been the cause […]
Man versus lake: Chicagoan drinks Lake Michigan straight
By Claire Donnelly Tim Mack stepped toward Lake Michigan and dipped his ceramic mug into the freezing water. Blindfolded and fueled by the cheers of dozens of onlookers, Mack chugged the entire unfiltered beverage.
