2013 Construction Season Underway for $1.5 Billion In Roadway, Waterway and Transit Infrastructure Projects
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, City officials and labor leaders today announced more than $1.5 billion in roadway, waterway and transit infrastructure projects will be completed during the 2013 construction season and support 6,500 jobs as the city begins the second year of its ambitious Building a New Chicago infrastructure program. “We are building a 21st century foundation for a 21st...
Three Chicago Nonprofit Leaders Awarded Fellowships at Harvard Business School
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Three Chicago Nonprofit Leaders Awarded Fellowships at Harvard Business School Chicago, IL – May 1, 2013 The Harvard Business School Club of Chicago and HBSCC Charitable Fund (the “Fund”) are pleased to name three Chicago-area nonprofit executive directors as 2013 Fellows. They are: • Brian Fabes of Civic Consulting Alliance. Civic Consulting invests...
Cheeto Art Sweeping The World
There are over 3 million bags of cheetos sold every single day yet when most people look at them they see nothing more than a bright orange cheesy snack. One man is on a mission to change that perception. Cheeto artist and collector Joel Jerome is going on a 30-day hunger strike only eating Cheetos, to promote his art and groundbreaking book Cheeto’s…One Man’s Art. The...
LiquidSpill.com hires new Marketing Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LiquidSpill.com hires new Marketing Director MacBook Repair Company Increases Brand Awareness Chicago, IL – LiquidSpill.com announced today that John LaLoggia has joined the company to further develop their Marketing and Public Relations efforts at their new Chicago location. John comes from experience within the Industry, having spent 2 years at R.H....
LiquidSpill.com joins 2013 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LiquidSpill.com joins 2013 Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo Mac Repair Service Reaches out to Target Audience Chicago, IL – LiquidSpill.com announced today that they will be setting up a Premium Booth at the 2013 Chicago Comic & Entertainment (C2E2) Expo on April 26-28th. The C2E2 is being held in the West Building at McCormick Place located...
Lazaro Bridal Colllection featured at Volles Bridal this weekend
Glamorous Styling & Dramatic Silhouettes…Lazaro at Volle’s! Volle’s Bridal & Boutique in Lake Zurich, IL to host The Best of Lazaro Trunk Show Lake Zurich, IL- (April 5th, 2013) – From April 11th through April 14th Volle’s Bridal & Boutique will host The Best of Lazaro trunk show that features luxurious fabrics and impeccable fit for an undeniable haute...
Traditional Meets Modern with Allure Bridals at Volle’s!
Volle’s Bridal & Boutique in Lake Zurich, IL to host Allure Trunk Show Lake Zurich, IL- (March 16th, 2013) – From March 21st through March 24th Volle’s Bridal & Boutique will host an Allure Bridals trunk show that features gorgeous wedding gowns at the most affordable prices! From classic lace to shining satin and beading, Allure bridals have gowns to fit any...
Don’t Delay, Find Your Prom Gown at Volle’s Today!
Volle’s Bridal & Boutique in Lake Zurich, IL featuring high fashion Prom gowns NOW! Lake Zurich, IL- (March 16th, 2013) – It’s prom season at Volle’s Bridal & Boutique and our gowns are flying out the doors! We’ve already had tons of girls in the store who have purchased their perfect dress, and believe us when we say that now is your time to buy. We carry all...
Online Dating Site MeetAt6.com Takes Group Approach To Finding Love
So what are you doing this weekend? Well if you don’t have anything to do and no date, don’t blame new online dating site www.MeetAt6.com. The Chicago-based start-up combines online dating, social networking, and free, interactive group “Date Ups” for all subscribed members to meet and find love. What sets www.MeetAt6.com apart from other dating sites is that it creates...
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Mother, Boyfriend Plead Not Guilty to Killing Boy
advertisement A couple accused of murdering a 1-month-old boy and allegedly dumping the body in the Des Plaines River pleaded not guilty to the crime during a Thursday court hearing in Maywood. Lakesha Baker, 21, and her boyfriend, Michael Scott, 21, were each charged with one count of first-degree murder in the death of 1-year-old Bryeon Hunter .
Chicago’s Memorial Day Forecast Looks Rainy, Chilly
Andy Avalos is tracking light to moderate rain showers and windy, unseasonably chilly temps with highs ranging from near 50 along the lake to mid-50s inland. Forecast: Feels Like Fall Copy Close Link to this video http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/weather/video/Forecast:-Feels-Like-Fall/208642011 Copy Close Embed this video Replay advertisement The unofficial start of summer in Chicago will feel more like October than late May, weather models indicate.
School Employee Pushes Student Down Stairs
This cell phone video shows an employee of Dunbar Vocational Career Academy pushing a girl down the stairs at school. Chicago Public Schools said in a statement the employee has been removed from his position during the investigation.
Wayne’s Weekend: Patriotic Holiday Drinks
advertisement Wayne’s Weekend: Thursday, Dec 29 bulk recipes Wayne’s Weekend: Warm up with 3 Hot Chocolate Recipes Wayne shows you how to beat the winter chill with hot drinks. More Photos and Videos I love coming up with ways to make dishes and drinks with a red white and blue flair for patriotic celebrations.
The 2015 Mayoral Campaign Begins Tonight
advertisement We don’t know who all the candidates will be, but the 2015 campaign for mayor of Chicago is beginning this evening, with a Chicago Teachers Union deputy registrar training session. The CTU, whose blood feud with Mayor Rahm Emanuel was deepened yesterday by his school board’s decision to close 50 schools, will be training registrars from 5:30 p.m.
Zachary Fardon Nominated to Succeed Patrick Fitzgerald
Getty Images Zachary Fardon was nominated to succeed Patrick Fitzgerald as U.S. attorney.
Phil Jackson: ‘Leave Derrick Rose Alone’
Getty Images NBA coaching legend Phil Jackson will make a stop through Chicago on Thursday to promote his new book, ‘Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success.’ advertisement Derrick Rose didn’t find a lot of supporters in his decision to sit out the Bulls 2012-13 campaign. The questions about his mental toughness and ability to lead grew with each besuited stint on the bench, while his teammates slogged through.
Mayor, CPS Chief Discuss Next Steps In Closings Plan
advertisement The day after the Chicago School Board voted to close dozens of public schools , Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CPS chief Barbara Bennett-Byrd are focused on trying to look ahead. The pair met with local media Thursday morning at Brennaman Elementary School on the North Side, a facility that will be acting as a welcoming school for one of the 49 elementary schools and one high school that will be shut down.