Goodbye, Pigeon ManSad news today: Joseph Zeman, the "pigeon man of Lincoln Square," was killed yesterday when he was struck by a car on the Far North Side. The driver was a 68-year-old who didn't see Zeman as he made a right leaving a parking lot. The 77-year-old was easy to... continue reading on Chicagoist
Nails in the Playground Are No FunBetween bullies, queen bees and questionable gymnastics moves, school playgrounds have always been dangerous places. This might take the cake, though. The Woodstock Early Learning Center recently had 12 truckloads of mulch delivered and spread over their playground to keep kids safe while playing and fighting and falling on the... continue reading on Chicagoist
Extra, ExtraIt's been confirmed. Orlando Jones, John Stroger's godson who avoided being interviewed by the FBI in conjunction with a hosptial shakedown in Las Vegas, committed suicide on a Michigan beach. Not only is this a tragedy for the people involved, but we're really disappointed with the Jesuits, as well... continue reading on Chicagoist
Sometimes, We Feel As Though This Will Never EndWednesday, some of you were upset at the thought of a short-term solution to the CTA's ongoing budget crisis. We were upset at the thought of bus lines being cut, fares being raised and people losing their jobs just because the legislature couldn't give the transit budget deficit one more... continue reading on Chicagoist
Going Green The Fancy WayFor years, we've heard about the Green Tie Ball and wondered if we'd ever get to go to something so fancy. Turns out we will, and we're excited about it. The Green Tie Ball is an annual charity event held by Gateway Green. According to their website, "The Green Tie... continue reading on Chicagoist
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