To curb predatory tactics in gentrifying neighborhoods such as Pilsen, the Chicago City Council recently enacted an ordinance imposing fines ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 on real estate developers for repeatedly contacting homeowners who do not want to sell their homes.
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New Pompei restaurant aims to spur Taylor Street redevelopment
The architectural gateway to the western portion of the Taylor Street business strip, Pompei restaurant at 1531 W. Taylor Street with its yellow brick dome and red roof, is on the verge of changing.
Parking pressures lead Bronzeville to ask for bicycle lane changes
On Drexel Boulevard in Bronzeville between 45th and 49th Streets, residents are pushing the 4th Ward Office of Alderman Sophia King to find a solution to limited parking.
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Support Your Community Newspaper as Gazette Chicago launches Go Fund Me effort
An Important Message From Mark J. Valentino, Editor and Publisher
Whether someone is a long-time reader of Gazette Chicago or came across it more recently, the conversation we often have centers on one or more of the following questions: How did it all begin? How were you able to create such an excellent publication? How are you surviving in today’s world of shrinking advertising revenues?
VALENTINE’S RESTAURANT GUIDE
Valentine’s Day dining fun can be yours right in the neighborhood
Valentine’s Day is about getting away from the kids and spending a great time with that special someone.
AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
ATN: February 2020
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii, in the basement at 1220 W. Lexington St.