Month: April 2008
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Me + The Pope
I, for one, welcome Pope Benedict XVI. When I first heard he was planning a trip to the United States, I very much hoped he would come to Chicago. I wanted to see him. I wanted him to see me. I wanted to be more connected to him. That’s why I was looking forward to…
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Um, Yer Kid’s Birthday Party Planned for Tomorrow is Cancelled
Here’s another press release from the friendly hammer-slammers at the Chicago Department of Public Health. They note that North Beach bills itself as an adult playground, but parents on Chicago’s North Side will also recognize it as the beer-soaked, institutional soap-soaked venue for dozens of children birthday parties. As Tony Montana said, "I never like…
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Coming Soon: A Text from the President
This is a huge step forward in making common, accepted communications tactics a central part of emergency communications. Cell Phone Alerts Coming Soon — chicagotribune.com There would be three different types of messages, according to the rules. The first would be a national alert from the president, likely involving a terrorist attack or natural disaster.…
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6018 N. Kenmore
Permit #: 100225101 Applicant: Spiro Arsenis Owner: P & D’s Pro Excavating Inc. Permit Description: Wrecking/Demolition [of a] 2-story brick and garage Status (if applicable): Released 7/10/08
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Cockroaches Shut Down Lai Lai
Here’s a press release from the Chicago Department of Public Health. Lai Lai Oriental Express Shut By City Health Department Cockroach Infestation Unacceptable A Loop restaurant was ordered closed today after Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) inspectors discovered critical violations of the City Health Code. Lai Lai Oriental Express, 330 S. Wells, was shut…