Podcasts about Near West Side

Welcome back listeners!We have a great episode for you this week which highlights the amazing changes to reform in the USA but also the hauntings in a very historic site.Nestled in the heart of Chicago's Near West Side, Hull House stands as a testament to social reform and a beacon for the supernatural. Established in 1889 by Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr, this historic settlement house provided refuge and support to immigrants and the underprivileged. However, beyond its philanthropic mission, Hull House has garnered a reputation as one of Chicago's most haunted locations, captivating the imaginations of locals and visitors alike.Among the myriad of ghostly tales, the legend of the "Devil Baby" stands out. In 1913, stories emerged of a deformed infant with pointed ears, scales, and a tail, allegedly born to a local woman and hidden within Hull House. Despite Jane Addams' efforts to dispel the myth, throngs of curious onlookers flocked to the house, hoping to catch a glimpse of the infamous child. This tale, deeply rooted in cultural and religious tensions of the time, continues to intrigue and unsettle.Beyond the Devil Baby, Hull House is rife with reports of paranormal activity. Visitors and staff have recounted sightings of a "Lady in White," believed to be the spirit of Millicent Hull, the original owner's wife who died in the house. Others have reported unexplained footsteps, cold spots, and apparitions of children playing in the courtyard. These enduring legends contribute to Hull House's status as a focal point for ghost tours and paranormal investigations in Chicago. Join us in this episode as we delve into the eerie history of Hull House, exploring the intersection of social activism and the supernatural. We'll unravel the stories that have cemented its place in Chicago's haunted lore, from the chilling legend of the Devil Baby to the spectral sightings that persist to this day.

How can your brewery make the most out of the holidays? More than just slinging stout on St. Patrick's Day, or a festbier during Oktoberfest, there are ways to create a welcoming vibe that will get people coming back year after year and can establish your brewery as a hospitable spot.One person who has been working to crack the code is Sam McNulty. He has developed and operates seven restaurants and breweries on West 25th Street in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland's Near West Side. Three of these concepts are brewpubs of vastly different scale: One a nano brewery where experimental beers are concocted, while another is a brewpub restaurant with close to five hundred seats, and in 2016 he rebuilt a 43,000 square foot warehouse that dates back to the 1800s and launched a full-scale production brewery sending Market Garden Brewery beers out across Northeast and Central Ohio.He has lived largely car-free in Ohio City for the past 20+ years. And one of his guiding investment principles is to nest his businesses within a 15-minute bicycle ride from the Market Garden Brewery. As one of his former professors once said: “Sam is a beer entrepreneur fermenting the rise of a post-industrial frontier with opportunity galore. Sam is building on the Pride of Cleveland.”The BYO Nano Podcast Episode 63  is sponsored by:FermentisHow can you make your beer stand out? There might not be one magic answer, but one thing is certain: yeast plays a pivotal role in shaping your beer's unique character. Explore the Fermentis range, crafted to support your brewing ambitions with:- Unmatched quality- Simplicity in use- Boundless creativityReady to elevate your brew? Visit www.fermentis.com and start crafting the beer of your dreams!”BYO Nano+ MembershipGet access to hundreds of hours of on-demand videos covering small craft brewery strategies with BYO's Nano+ Membership. Learn from craft beer experts watching replays of past NanoCon seminars plus a complete library of in-depth workshops. You'll also have full online access to all of BYO's digital content and an annual digital magazine subscription. Check out byo.com/nanoplus for more details.BYO Nano Brew Podcast Episode 63Host: John HollGuest: Sam McNultyContact: nano@byo.comMusic: Scott McCampbell

Chicago's efforts to fight opioid overdoses show early promise. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Gov. JB Pritzker says feds targeting 2,000 in Chicago for deportation as the threat of immigration raids stifles Little Village commerce, United Center owners snap up nearby lots as Near West Side mega-project takes shape, Pulaski Savings Bank closed by regulators due to "unsound" condition and proposed zoning changes could bring more density to Far North Side corridor.

Better late than never! We hope you all had a great Christmas/Holiday. Today's listen back is in Near West Side. This episode originally aired July 5, 2021Send us a textSupport the showCheck out our weekly newsletter! Also, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!!If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, please email us at ⁠media@77flavorschi.com⁠ WATCH US ON YOUTUBE ⁠HERE⁠! Visit our website ⁠https://www.77flavorschi.com⁠ Follow us on IG: 77 Flavors of Chicago ⁠@77flavorschi⁠ Dario ⁠@i_be_snappin Sara @sarafaddah

As the year comes to a close, host David Manilow is sharing three of his favorite new spots. He'll take us from the Near West Side to Lincoln Park to Pilsen. One restaurant is an ode to the melting pot that is Chicago, while another is the rare example of a coffee shop worth visiting for the food alone. Plus, the Michelin stars are out. We'll share the good news and the bad news for Chicago.

While the Candyman movies involve a mysterious paranormal murderer that can be summoned thought the bathroom mirror stalking the projects of Chicago, they are based on a true story.  Today's podcast discusses the bizarre details surrounding the murder of Ruthie Mae McCoy who was killed in her apartment in the ABLA housing project of Chicago's Near-West Side. McCoy's killer/killers entered her apartment though her bathroom medicine cabinet, crawling through from the vacant apartment next door by taking advantage of a hole created to access piping between apartments. 

Near West Side union hall sale could mean demolition of mural; Studies looking into alternative breast cancer treatment; Mayor Johnson's communications director stepping down, and more.

Near West Side union hall sale could mean demolition of mural; Studies looking into alternative breast cancer treatment; Mayor Johnson's communications director stepping down, and more.

Near West Side union hall sale could mean demolition of mural; Studies looking into alternative breast cancer treatment; Mayor Johnson's communications director stepping down, and more.

In other news: A box containing human remains found on the Near West Side; Longtime candy plant closing in North Chicago; North Shore pool shut down over health concern. Photo Credit: Getty Images

In other news: A box containing human remains found on the Near West Side; Longtime candy plant closing in North Chicago; North Shore pool shut down over health concern. Photo Credit: Getty Images

In other news: A box containing human remains found on the Near West Side; Longtime candy plant closing in North Chicago; North Shore pool shut down over health concern. Photo Credit: Getty Images

Man hospitalized after shooting on Near West Side; Group to hold rally demanding freedom for wrongful convicted; Chicago man facing felony for sex trafficking 16-year-old girl and more.

Man hospitalized after shooting on Near West Side; Group to hold rally demanding freedom for wrongful convicted; Chicago man facing felony for sex trafficking 16-year-old girl and more.

Man hospitalized after shooting on Near West Side; Group to hold rally demanding freedom for wrongful convicted; Chicago man facing felony for sex trafficking 16-year-old girl and more.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: DNC Boom Or Bust? Businesses Near United Center, West Loop Say It's A Mixed Bag: While some businesses on the Near West Side and West Loop […]

Oberweis Dairy's new ownership regime officially took the reins at the more than 100-year-old ice cream maker emerging from bankruptcy. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: United Airlines plane turns back after engine piece falls off, Cameo moving HQ back to Fulton Market, Jewel-Osco-anchored retail center on Near West Side nets $31 million and Goolsbee says Fed can cut rates with more inflation reports like last month's.

Welcome to another episode of our Milwaukee Legends Series, presented by the one and only iconic Harley-Davidson, a committed partner not only to this podcast, but to our local and global communities. The Milwaukee Legend Series is presented in partnership with Harley-Davidson and their 2024 Homecoming Celebration happening July 25–28. Learn more Harley-Davidson.com! This episode features Milwaukee Legend Lindsey St Arnold Bell, the Executive Director at the Near West Side Partners - a business improvement district covering several Milwaukee neighborhoods. Who are the founding corporations of the Near West Side Partners? How does Lindsey and her team collaborate with these corporations while collecting and representing the needs of residents and small businesses? What are the Near West Side hidden gems and other Milwaukee spots Lindsey loves (and where they hold secret meetings…)? What recent championship is one of her biggest accomplishments yet? Jump in to learn more. Lindsey's Milwaukee passion is inspiring and her style is welcoming. Experience Milwaukee has its home studio in Transfer Pizzeria Cafe. Our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative. Learn more about our FREE Monday giveaways with our daily text at TextMKE.com. Thanks for listening. Love you, Milwaukee.

Also in the news: First one-stop-shop DMV opening in Chinatown; Violent attach on Near West Side leads to exchange of gunfire; New exhibit explores genocide throughout the world at Illinois Holocaust Museum and more.

Also in the news: First one-stop-shop DMV opening in Chinatown; Violent attach on Near West Side leads to exchange of gunfire; New exhibit explores genocide throughout the world at Illinois Holocaust Museum and more.

Also in the news: First one-stop-shop DMV opening in Chinatown; Violent attach on Near West Side leads to exchange of gunfire; New exhibit explores genocide throughout the world at Illinois Holocaust Museum and more.

We're getting closer to this year's baseball playoffs, so Matt & Ashley look back at Hardball, where Keanu Reeves plays a gambling addict who ends up coaching a Little League team from Near West Side of Chicago.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Police Are Launching A Nightlife Patrol In The West Loop And West Town: The new unit will be tasked with patrolling entertainment districts overnight on the Near West Side. Wieners […]

We all know you can get books at the library. But your library card can get you way more than you think, from passes to city attractions to seeds for starting a garden. Patrick Molloy is government and public affairs director director for the Chicago Public Library, and Alejandra Santana manages the Manning branch on the Near West Side. They're here to help us make the most of this free resource. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also in the news: An excerpt from WBBM's exclusive interview with Mayor Lightfoot as she wraps up her term; Suburban flag football teams get a day at Soldier Field; New taco shop opening on Near West Side just in time for Cinco de Mayo.  

Also in the news: An excerpt from WBBM's exclusive interview with Mayor Lightfoot as she wraps up her term; Suburban flag football teams get a day at Soldier Field; New taco shop opening on Near West Side just in time for Cinco de Mayo.  

Also in the news: An excerpt from WBBM's exclusive interview with Mayor Lightfoot as she wraps up her term; Suburban flag football teams get a day at Soldier Field; New taco shop opening on Near West Side just in time for Cinco de Mayo.  

Grubhub's CEO is leaving less than two years after stepping into the role. Crain's reporter Ally Marotti talks about the leadership shakeup with host Amy Guth. Plus: NASCAR bumps Taste of Chicago to new month, Pritzker reportedly promises Dem leaders that costs for a Chicago convention would be covered, Univar Solutions to be acquired by Apollo Global for $8.1 billion and Chicago Fire sign lease agreement for Near West Side training facility.

Also in the news: Trial begins today in ComEd bribery case; Illinois Supreme Court to hear arguments on the SAFE-T Act; Chicago Fire to build a new training facility on the Near West Side and more.

Also in the news: Trial begins today in ComEd bribery case; Illinois Supreme Court to hear arguments on the SAFE-T Act; Chicago Fire to build a new training facility on the Near West Side and more.

Also in the news: Trial begins today in ComEd bribery case; Illinois Supreme Court to hear arguments on the SAFE-T Act; Chicago Fire to build a new training facility on the Near West Side and more.

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including Gov. Tony Evers' capital budget. The proposal includes more than $9 million to support the Iron District soccer stadium in downtown Milwaukee. Andrew and Arthur also discuss other projects in the budget and the potential for the Milwaukee state office building to finally be sold, someday. Insider Story Spotlight:MSOE buys U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services building adjacent to its campusDetails revealed for Wisconsin's new $50 million investment fundBig StoryEvers wants to provide $9.3 million in state funds for downtown Milwaukee soccer stadiumMillions for Bronzeville Center for the Arts and a dozen other southeastern Wisconsin projects in Evers' capital budgetEvers administration again pushing plans to replace downtown Milwaukee state office building with new building on Near West Side

Chicago's municipal election is one week from today. So how are voters feeling about the biggest issues facing the city? Lead producer Carrie Shepherd and producer Simone Alicea headed to the Triibe's ballot party on the Near West Side to talk to voters about their questions and concerns. Learn more about Chicago Votes and check out the Triibe's voting guide. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We take a look into who is more likely to be behind the wheel in pedestrian accidents and examine some traffic calming measures in the Near West Side. Then learn about Madame Goldye Steiner, the first Black woman cantor. Milwaukee Ballet's resident choreographer Timothy O'Donnell speaks about his last piece for the company, plus we start the new Season of Bubbler Talk.

During a budget hearing last month, Department of Planning and Development Commissioner Maurice D. Cox said the city has 4,000 vacant lots that are clean and ready for sale. He also promised a more streamlined process in purchasing those lots. City Cast Chicago listener Makema Adkins has one of these city-owned lots behind her condo on the Near West Side, where she's lived for over a decade. In 2020, she started the process of buying the lot to build a bigger home for her growing family, but it was going frustratingly slow. We revisit our August conversation with Makema about why she thinks the city should make it easier for residents like her to build on these lots. We also get an update on where she is with her new home.  Parts of this episode were originally published Aug. 1, 2022. Makema texted us with her question, and you can too! Reach out or leave a voicemail at (773) 780-0246.  Some news: Today is the last day to request a mail-in ballot. And applications are now open to replace George Cardenas as 12th Ward alderperson. Follow us on Twitter: @CityCastChicago Sign up for our newsletter: chicago.citycast.fm Call or Text Us: (773) 780-0246 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also in the news: Chicago Fire team to build a practice facility on the site of the old "ABLA" public housing project; More than two dozen people suspected of COVID-19 relief aid fraud in Joliet; Affordable housing complex in Near West Side finally has a new owner and more.

Also in the news: Chicago Fire team to build a practice facility on the site of the old "ABLA" public housing project; More than two dozen people suspected of COVID-19 relief aid fraud in Joliet; Affordable housing complex in Near West Side finally has a new owner and more.

Also in the news: Chicago Fire team to build a practice facility on the site of the old "ABLA" public housing project; More than two dozen people suspected of COVID-19 relief aid fraud in Joliet; Affordable housing complex in Near West Side finally has a new owner and more.

Also in the news: Chicagoans troubled by Riot Fest going on this weekend; CPD Board voted to fire officer who shot and killed man during foot chase; Student with pellet gun caused a lockdown at Barrington High School and more.

Also in the news: Chicagoans troubled by Riot Fest going on this weekend; CPD Board voted to fire officer who shot and killed man during foot chase; Student with pellet gun caused a lockdown at Barrington High School and more.

Also in the news: Chicagoans troubled by Riot Fest going on this weekend; CPD Board voted to fire officer who shot and killed man during foot chase; Student with pellet gun caused a lockdown at Barrington High School and more.

With three new grants in hand, the long-delayed National Public Housing Museum is finally ready to start construction in the Near West Side. Crain's real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth discuss that and more as they recap the week in housing news. Plus: Inflation runs cooler than forecast, easing pressure on Fed, U.S. e-commerce prices fall for first time in over 2 years, Sam Zell-backed SPAC to return cash to investors, and distressed River North hotel loan heads to auction.

If you have a vacant lot on your block, then you know what it's like to constantly pass by the overgrown weeds and the trash. The city owns more than 10,000 of these lots alone. City Cast listener Makema Adkins has one of these city-owned lots behind her condo on the Near West Side, where she's lived for over a decade. Two years ago she started the process of buying the lot to build a bigger home for her growing family. And she's still trying to buy it. Makema walks us through the process and explains why she thinks the city should make it easier for residents like her to build on these lots. Makema texted us with her story idea, and you can too! Reach out or leave a voicemail at (773) 780-0246 Some Good News: Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo  Follow us on Twitter: @CityCastChicago Sign up for our newsletter: chicago.citycast.fm Call or Text Us: (773) 780-0246 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Also in the news: the owner of an Evanston food truck is helping feed the people of Highland Park in the days after this week's tragedy; four people were hurt in a shooting on the Near West Side last night; back-to-school shopping could be a summer-long process; former Chicago Public Schools Chief Paul Vallas reports 836,000 dollars in donations to his campaign for mayor during the second quarter; and much more.

Also in the news: the owner of an Evanston food truck is helping feed the people of Highland Park in the days after this week's tragedy; four people were hurt in a shooting on the Near West Side last night; back-to-school shopping could be a summer-long process; former Chicago Public Schools Chief Paul Vallas reports 836,000 dollars in donations to his campaign for mayor during the second quarter; and much more.

Also in the news: the owner of an Evanston food truck is helping feed the people of Highland Park in the days after this week's tragedy; four people were hurt in a shooting on the Near West Side last night; back-to-school shopping could be a summer-long process; former Chicago Public Schools Chief Paul Vallas reports 836,000 dollars in donations to his campaign for mayor during the second quarter; and much more.

When the former ABLA Homes on the Near West Side were torn down in the 2000s, the city promised to build new housing. But 20 years later, most of the planned units haven't been built and most families never returned. Earlier this year, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced a deal to develop the biggest plot of the former public housing complex, but it wasn't for more housing. The land is set to be developed by the Chicago Fire, the city's professional men's soccer team, as a practice facility. ProPublica's Mick Dumke has been investigating how this deal came together with “unusual urgency,” and he tells host Jacoby Cochran how it appears to be yet another broken promise in Chicago's housing history.  A little bit of sad news: Trans icon and activist Gloria Allen, aka Mama Gloria, has died at the age of 76. We spoke with Mama Gloria in December. We are giving away two tickets to Karaoke Storytellers at Schubas on Sunday. To win, text us at (773) 780-0246 with your name, email, and go-to karaoke song. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Don't Tell Comedy Follow us on Twitter: @CityCastChicago Sign up for our newsletter: chicago.citycast.fm Call or Text Us: (773) 780-0246 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When children are released from the Cook County Juvenile Center on Chicago's Near West Side, they're expected to be picked up by a guardian. But many kids under the care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services are not assigned housing and are forced to wait in jail until a guardian arrives — sometimes for months. Reset gets the latest from the WBEZ criminal justice reporter Patrick Smith, who uncovered the story. For more Reset interviews, subscribe to this podcast. And please give us a rating, it helps other listeners find us. For more about Reset, go to wbez.org and follow us on Twitter @WBEZReset

In other news: A bicyclist was critically wounded after being hit by a car last night on the Near West Side; Chicago Police confirm Two bodies were recovered from the Chicago River in less than an hour yesterday morning; and much more. 

In other news: A bicyclist was critically wounded after being hit by a car last night on the Near West Side; Chicago Police confirm Two bodies were recovered from the Chicago River in less than an hour yesterday morning; and much more. 

In other news: A bicyclist was critically wounded after being hit by a car last night on the Near West Side; Chicago Police confirm Two bodies were recovered from the Chicago River in less than an hour yesterday morning; and much more. 

For our April episode, we are joined by Sr. Susan Zion, an Ursuline Sister of Cleveland and founder of Ursuline Piazza, a non-profit located at St. Augustine Manor on the Near West Side that addresses the needs of individuals living with HIV. We explore the history of Ursuline Piazza since its inception in 2007 and the many hats Sr. Susan wears as Executive Director. Known for helping HIV positive individuals who have gaps in care, Ursuline Piazza has offered a number of programs like Individual Counseling, Client Assistance, Peer Up, and Club 95, a group focused on building community, receiving and offering support, and encouraging a 95% adherence rate to medication. Ursuline Piazza partners with individuals living with HIV to better navigate medical care, housing, and social services. It serves as an extra safety net to help keep individuals linked to care. Links:1. To learn more about Ursuline Piazza and support their work, visit https://ursulinepiazza.org/ 2. To read the 2021 Buckeye Flame article written about Sr. Susan Zion and her ministry with Ursuline Piazza, visit https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2021/08/27/ursuline-piazza/ 

Also in the news: Women dies in a car crash on the Near West Side; Dinkel's Bakery will close for good at the end of the month; A South Side shooting left three members of one family dead; A man was attacked on the CTA last night; A former Chicago restaurant will be open more time before closing for good; and much more. 

Also in the news: Women dies in a car crash on the Near West Side; Dinkel's Bakery will close for good at the end of the month; A South Side shooting left three members of one family dead; A man was attacked on the CTA last night; A former Chicago restaurant will be open more time before closing for good; and much more. 

Also in the news: Women dies in a car crash on the Near West Side; Dinkel's Bakery will close for good at the end of the month; A South Side shooting left three members of one family dead; A man was attacked on the CTA last night; A former Chicago restaurant will be open more time before closing for good; and much more. 

Also in the news: Gunfire strikes South Side grade school, man seriously wounded outside; FBI investigating Tuesday's Near West Side bank robbery; Authorities are investigating an incident that occurred Tuesday at Midway airport; A Waukegan man will be spending over a decade in prison after attacking a woman in 2018; and much more. 

Also in the news: Gunfire strikes South Side grade school, man seriously wounded outside; FBI investigating Tuesday's Near West Side bank robbery; Authorities are investigating an incident that occurred Tuesday at Midway airport; A Waukegan man will be spending over a decade in prison after attacking a woman in 2018; and much more. 

Also in the news: Gunfire strikes South Side grade school, man seriously wounded outside; FBI investigating Tuesday's Near West Side bank robbery; Authorities are investigating an incident that occurred Tuesday at Midway airport; A Waukegan man will be spending over a decade in prison after attacking a woman in 2018; and much more. 

“In life, I feel like you always know what the right thing to do is, it's just hard,” says Dr. Omar Lateef, who runs Rush University Medical Center in the Near West Side of Chicago. Lateef has embraced the challenging path necessitated by Rush's community-based mission which involves providing services like tutoring, food subsidies and jobs programs in addition to acute care. In this episode of Raise the Line, you'll find out how this mission shaped RUMC's COVID response which involved overcoming bureaucratic hurdles to take in hundreds of transfers. Learn how Dr. Lateef went from studying theology, to specializing in pulmonary and critical care medicine, to his current role as a hospital leader. Plus, learn about the importance of having reliable, open-source data on healthcare quality, and hear Dr. Lateef's advice on both addressing the public health crisis of racism, and keeping up motivation when the adrenaline and sense of community support present earlier in the pandemic has diminished.

Sometimes, the critical first step to launching a business is having the audacity to believe that you can be successful. George Davis Jr., the owner of Muse Coffee Studio in Chicago, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the work it took to achieve the milestone of launching his small business. Starting with an abstract vision for a soulful coffee studio, Muse is an art gallery styled coffee mosaic in Chicago's Near West Side neighborhood. In our conversation we explore the feelings of self-doubt, get to the starting line, identifying what truly differentiates your product, and more. MuseCoffeeStudio.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/behelpfulpodcast/message

Crain's reporter Steven Strahler talks with host Amy Guth about what economists predict for 2022 and why the outlook for Chicago isn't as rosy as the rest of the country. Plus: Rivian is opening a Near West Side service center; the Ace Hotel in Fulton Market is changing hands; the FAA wants changes to some Boeing jets to keep engine debris from endangering passengers; and how Chicago's sewers are helping predict COVID outbreaks.

You may have already listened to our househacking from hell episode (Episode 89).  Today, we don't have tenants stealing cars or anyone overdosing, but we do have typical obstacles faced with a first-time househack; all compounded with the fact that this project included a gut rehab. Our guest today, Alex Martinez, dove in head first, encountered numerous challenges, and has not only lived to tell about it, but he now owns a wonderful 3-unit building and accumulated more experience than most early investors. Whether you are experienced or just starting out, tune in as Alex candidly talks through his experience from start to finish to learn something new. Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Guest: Alejandro Martinez of Century 21 SGR Link: Episode 89: My Tenants Stole My Car; The Chicago House Hack from Hell with Joey Pochinskas Link: Building Permit and Inspection Records: Agreement Sponsors: Appeal.tax and Pavlovcik Architecture ----------------- Guest Questions Housing Provide Tip Of The Week 02:14  Why did I buy my first investment property near the United Center? 05:06 What to look for when buying in a new Chicago neighborhood? 09:00 Understanding the negotiation & due diligence in a Chicago real estate transaction. 10:25 How do you look up City of Chicago building violations for a specific property? 16:49 Best advice when having to get plans and permits in Chicago! 18:40  Breaking down the emotional roller coaster of buying an investment property in Chicago. 22:32 Red flags looking back on my first Chicago rehab. 32:40 Wrap Up Questions Competitive advantage? 40:20 Advice for new investors? 51:10 What do you do for fun? 53:00 Self development recommendations? 53:50 That's our show! Thanks for listening! ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2021.

Also in the news; bond court will be the next stop for a suspect arrested yesterday in the murder of a young girl and the wounding of her sister; Mayor Lightfoot once again took aim at the Cook County court system when she was asked yesterday about violence in the city; the Chicago City Council is expected to vote today on a plan to allow shared electronic scooters back on the streets next spring; Heaven - a 3-year-old pooch from St. Charles - has been named by People Magazine as this year's World's Cutest Rescue Dog; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also in the news; bond court will be the next stop for a suspect arrested yesterday in the murder of a young girl and the wounding of her sister; Mayor Lightfoot once again took aim at the Cook County court system when she was asked yesterday about violence in the city; the Chicago City Council is expected to vote today on a plan to allow shared electronic scooters back on the streets next spring; Heaven - a 3-year-old pooch from St. Charles - has been named by People Magazine as this year's World's Cutest Rescue Dog; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also in the news; bond court will be the next stop for a suspect arrested yesterday in the murder of a young girl and the wounding of her sister; Mayor Lightfoot once again took aim at the Cook County court system when she was asked yesterday about violence in the city; the Chicago City Council is expected to vote today on a plan to allow shared electronic scooters back on the streets next spring; Heaven - a 3-year-old pooch from St. Charles - has been named by People Magazine as this year's World's Cutest Rescue Dog; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Trib's New Restaurant Critics Exposed! Meet Louisa Chu and Nick Kindelsperger Time was we could never get a Chicago food critic to speak to our group; they religiously refused to reveal their identities in public. That is until about three years ago when the Tribune's esteemed food critic, Phil Vettel, published a story in the paper, complete with his photo, explaining that it was almost impossible for him to remain anonymous when reviewing restaurants. Canny restaurateurs often were able to figure out who he was, and Phil ultimately figured he could still accurately review the food as a fully exposed food critic. Phil retired in January, after 31 year at the Trib, and thanks to his casting away all attempts at anonymity, he paved the way for us to showcase the Trib's newly named food critics, Louisa Chu and Nick Kindelsperger. Please join us in welcoming this dynamic duo as they talk about their evolving roles as food critics, provide an overview of Chicago's amazingly diverse food culture, and inform us how the pandemic has affected our dining scene. Following their talk, members will be able to pepper them with questions. Prior to being named the Chicago Tribune's new food critics, Louisa Chu and Nick Kindelsperger, have been food and dining reporters at the Tribune since 2016. They each bring a full buffet of experience: Born in Hong Kong, and raised in Chicago, Louisa has spent a lifetime in restaurants starting as a 4-year-old folding menus for her family's Chinese-American restaurant on the Near West Side in the 1970s. She worked as a server through high school and college; lived in Paris where she graduated from Le Cordon Bleu. She worked in the kitchen at the world renowned El Bulli in Spain and cooked at a fishing lodge in Alaska. She also was a correspondent for Gourmet magazine and worked as a field coordinator for Anthony Bourdain. Louisa continues to co-host the “Chewing” podcast with WBEZ journalist Monica Eng. A native of southern Indiana, Nick, like Louisa, has a had a lifelong passion for food. His previous work ranged from launching The Paupered Chef, a recipe blog focused on affordable home cooking, to serving as the founding editor of Serious Eats Chicago. He has also written about food for Epicurious, The Washington Post, New York Magazine and Grub Street. You can often find him around the city eating a questionable number of meals for research purposes. Recorded via Zoom on Wednesday July 28, 2021 www.CulinaryHistorians.com

Chicago Trib's New Restaurant Critics Exposed! Meet Louisa Chu and Nick Kindelsperger Time was we could never get a Chicago food critic to speak to our group; they religiously refused to reveal their identities in public. That is until about three years ago when the Tribune's esteemed food critic, Phil Vettel, published a story in the paper, complete with his photo, explaining that it was almost impossible for him to remain anonymous when reviewing restaurants. Canny restaurateurs often were able to figure out who he was, and Phil ultimately figured he could still accurately review the food as a fully exposed food critic. Phil retired in January, after 31 year at the Trib, and thanks to his casting away all attempts at anonymity, he paved the way for us to showcase the Trib's newly named food critics, Louisa Chu and Nick Kindelsperger. Please join us in welcoming this dynamic duo as they talk about their evolving roles as food critics, provide an overview of Chicago's amazingly diverse food culture, and inform us how the pandemic has affected our dining scene. Following their talk, members will be able to pepper them with questions. Prior to being named the Chicago Tribune's new food critics, Louisa Chu and Nick Kindelsperger, have been food and dining reporters at the Tribune since 2016. They each bring a full buffet of experience: Born in Hong Kong, and raised in Chicago, Louisa has spent a lifetime in restaurants starting as a 4-year-old folding menus for her family's Chinese-American restaurant on the Near West Side in the 1970s. She worked as a server through high school and college; lived in Paris where she graduated from Le Cordon Bleu. She worked in the kitchen at the world renowned El Bulli in Spain and cooked at a fishing lodge in Alaska. She also was a correspondent for Gourmet magazine and worked as a field coordinator for Anthony Bourdain. Louisa continues to co-host the “Chewing” podcast with WBEZ journalist Monica Eng. A native of southern Indiana, Nick, like Louisa, has a had a lifelong passion for food. His previous work ranged from launching The Paupered Chef, a recipe blog focused on affordable home cooking, to serving as the founding editor of Serious Eats Chicago. He has also written about food for Epicurious, The Washington Post, New York Magazine and Grub Street. You can often find him around the city eating a questionable number of meals for research purposes. Recorded via Zoom on Wednesday July 28, 2021 www.CulinaryHistorians.com

This week we visit the Near West Side. Chicagoans know it as many other notable neighborhood. We talk about it in an information filled episode, along with some delicious food from the area. Be sure to listen to this one! Follow us on IG: @77flavorschi @dariodcomedy @TamarHindi.s Follow this episode's restaurants: @athenachicago @mariositalianlemonade @scafuribakery --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/77-flavors-of-chicago/support

Also happening today, the family of a longtime concession worker for the Chicago White Sox was surprised and upset when the team quietly removed her name from a seating area at the ballpark and replaced it with the name of manager Tony La Russa; Chicago Police Department gets training this week on an interim foot pursuit policy that take effect next month; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also happening today, the family of a longtime concession worker for the Chicago White Sox was surprised and upset when the team quietly removed her name from a seating area at the ballpark and replaced it with the name of manager Tony La Russa; Chicago Police Department gets training this week on an interim foot pursuit policy that take effect next month; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also happening today, the family of a longtime concession worker for the Chicago White Sox was surprised and upset when the team quietly removed her name from a seating area at the ballpark and replaced it with the name of manager Tony La Russa; Chicago Police Department gets training this week on an interim foot pursuit policy that take effect next month; and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MBJ’s Margaret Naczek talks with Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s acting secretary Anne Sayers about the department’s plans for 2021.  She also talks about the many challenges Covid-19 presented over the last year.  Later, MBJ’s Sean Ryan joins Margaret to discuss a proposed $163 million state office building on Milwaukee’s Near West Side.  Finally, Melinda Wilke from Wilke Wealth and Investment Planning, affiliated with Northwestern Mutual, joins the podcast to talk about life insurance.  Click here to get tickets for MBJ’s Real Estate Awards  on April 27th.  Use the code “mbjpodcast” for $5 off. For more information on some of the stories featured in today’s episode, visit https://www.bizjournals.com/milwaukee/

Residents of San Antonio’s West Side have struggled for years to save homes, stores, dance halls and restaurants from developers who believe the area is ripe for urban renewal.

Hey Everyone! It's Episode 17 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the vast community area of the Near West Side, which encompasses a number of Chicago neighborhoods and attractions.  This is mile #15 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to  "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month.  We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop!  Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better.  Trust me!   Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Store / Podchaser  Resources: Encyclopedia of Chicago: Near West Side Garfield park conservatory Cover Photo Credit: "United Center and Surrounding Neighborhood, Chicago, Illinois" by Ken Lund is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 You can learn more about NaPodPoMo by visiting NaPodPoMo.org.  Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of this special challenge series.Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms.  You can support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast Also, I have an exclusive offer for OTBP listeners! Visit reppinpins.com and get 20% off your entire order with discount code OTBP20.  You won't find this deal anywhere else!  

Lakesia Collins is an American union organizer and politician serving as a Democratic member-elect of the Illinois House of Representatives for the 9th district. The 9th district includes parts of the Near West Side, the Near North Side and North Lawndale in Chicago and YES...she is asked the Madigan question!

Keith Stanley is Executive Director of Near West Side Partners, Inc. and also Charlie's clay pigeon shooting buddy. He's shares his insight on revitalizing Milwaukee's Near West Side. Some of you may also recognize Keith from Frontline's Two American Families. 

This episode is a replay of a previous episode with Keith Stanley and Rana Altenburg about the Near West Side Partners. We are replaying the episode due to the clear and urgent calls for social change that have happened over the past month and particularly the last week. This episode has a brand new update from Keith on the current state of the Near West Side Partners. Enjoy! --------------------------------------------------------------------- We sit down with Rana Altenburg, President, and Keith Stanley, Executive Director, of the Near West Side Partners to discuss the origin story of this group driving change in the Near West Side of Milwaukee, the successes and learnings from the endeavor so far, and the tension that exists while guiding change.

Rosanna D'Amato is the 3rd generation of her family to run the namesake bakery on the Near West Side of Chicago. Known for their coal-fired oven, D'Amato's produces some of the best sandwich bread and focaccia, but they also produce a Sicilian pan "bakery" pizza that is one-of-a-kind. Steve talks to Rosanna about how she grew up in the business and what makes their pizza so special.

We sit down with Rana Altenburg, President, and Keith Stanley, Executive Director, of the Near West Side Partners to discuss the origin story of this group driving change in the Near West Side of Milwaukee, the successes and learnings from the endeavor so far, and the tension that exists while guiding change.

The Cook County state's attorney called in ex-top judge Ruben Castillo and noted D.C. attorney Michael Bromwich to help with the probe of how the Jussie Smollett case was handled. And, unrelated, an email from a powerful Springfield ex-lobbyist hints at a possible rape cover-up downstate. In this episode, Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz shares insight about both stories. Plus: A U of I hospital is planning a $191 million outpatient center on its Near West Side campus, the Boeing jet that crashed in Iran was a predecessor to the 737 Max, Kraft Heinz names a U.S. leader and Abbott names a new CFO, and Vienna Beef is moving its headquarters to the Kinzie Industrial Corridor. Find hashtag #CrainsDailyGist on Twitter to continue the conversation about these and other business stories.

We sit down and discuss all things Rev-Up MKE with event organizer and co-creator Kelsey Otero and past winners of the pitch competition: Lisa Kaye Catering, Pete's Pops, and Triciclo Peru.Rev-Up MKE is a pitch competition in the Near West Side that is focused on community development, economic growth, and inclusivity. The next Rev-Up MKE is September 24th at The Rave. You can RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-rev-up-mke-live-pitch-tickets-63148022435

Marriage takes work. This is especially true when you literally work with your spouse. Having your partner at your side all day at work and then for the rest of the night at home isn’t for everyone, but for married entrepreneurs, Kim and Tim, they couldn’t see life any other way.Kim and Tim Lewis, the Co-Founders of Curl Mix, which was featured on ABC’s “Shark Tank shares their story of young romance, failed business, and bouncing back to be a force to be reckoned with. Learn how Kim started Curl Mix alongside her husband, how she became a self-taught freelance photographer, and what she learned in the process.She and her husband/co-founder Tim have gone from mixing small batches of their clean beauty product for curly hair in their South Side kitchen to moving into a small business incubator on the city’s Near West Side.Employing a staff of 25, Kim and Tim get to help people feed their families and pay their mortgages. It’s the satisfaction of providing opportunities for others that keeps them going. And the love they have for one another that is at the heart of this story.

University of Wisconsin’s School of Architecture and Urban Planning partnered with Near West Side to host the first stop of the national tour: Evicted. The free exhibit will be held at the Mobile Design Box till Sept. 30th.

University of Wisconsin’s School of Architecture and Urban Planning partnered with Near West Side to host the first stop of the national tour: Evicted. The free exhibit will be held at the Mobile Design Box till Sept. 30th.

Summary: Keith talks about how we can come together to make our neighborhood a better place to work, live, and play. Milwaukee’s Near West Side: A Great Place to Live, Work and Play. Milwaukee’s Near West Side is most certainly a neighborhood of neighborhoods, where the assets are plentiful and distinct. Meet Keith: (https://www.localfirstpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/static1.squarespace.com_.jpg) Keith Stanley, Executive Director Near West Side Partners / Avenues West Association / BID Keith Stanley is Executive Director of Near West Side Partners, Inc., where he’s charged with spearheading the organization’s efforts to revitalize Milwaukee’s Near West Side. Since the organization’s formal launch in 2015, Stanley has played a critical role in the success of numerous achievements for the Near West Side, including: The launch of PARC, a three-year, $2+ million, anchor-funded initiative designed to support NWSP mission by promoting assets to transform the perception of the neighborhood and reducing crime to address the reality of the neighborhood’s challenges. The expansion of BID #10 to include the entire Near West Side neighborhood, a 300% increase in resources to enhance the community. Securing $800,000 in matching funds from Milwaukee County, bringing at least $1.6 million in new investment as part of the NWS Economic Development Fund. The concerted effort to target problematic parcels across the neighborhood to provide sustainable solutions. My favorite takeaways from this week’s episode: Near Westside Partners making a difference by investing in their backyard Perception is bigger than the reality Sharing stories from the people of the Near West Side Coming together as a community Near West Side is one of the most diverse neighborhoods Connect (http://www.nearwestsidemke.org/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NearWestSidePartners/) Sponsors Love the podcast? Sign up for listener support (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=meRj5eLgZJUhKpnrjgEssosEnFZmyuGnN5GDB6pvkWcXZG_tee5SDOCK2BYCnuj6tPavTW&country.x=US&locale.x=US) , you’re basically buying me a coffee each month. (https://trinergyhealth.com) Mental Wellness Re-imagined EXACTA Corporation (https://myexactamundo.com/WP1/) Think Possibilities Think EXACTA   Be the first to be notified of new interviews     Support this podcast

The Ike was the city’s first superhighway. In this special presentation, people affected open up about how it scattered ethnic neighborhoods and changed many lives forever.

Kamille Fritz, Nursing '18, partnered with men's lacrosse coach Joe Amplo and coaches from the near west side to bring a nationally-recognized violence prevention program to Milwaukee. The Coaching Boys into Men program helps change social norms and behaviors regarding dating violence. Fritz helped run the program as the Center for Peacemaking's Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Awareness Program Coordinator for the Near West Side Partners team. In the program, 15 male sports coaches from the Near West Side attended the event where they learned how to use a playbook: A card series with 12 topics and conversations to be had over the course of the season. Coach Amplo attended in support and shared his experience with coaching and the major mentorship role of coaches. The program emphasizes healthy relationships, respect for others and the power of sports. Coaching Boys into Men is one of five recognized interventions by the CDC with data supporting its effectiveness in violence prevention. We Are Marquette episode 33 Interview and editing by Colleen Duvall

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President Lovell talks with Sendiks Co-owner Ted Balistreri and Near West Side Partners Executive Director Keith Stanley about bringing fresh food and opportunity to the neighborhood.

88Nine RadioMilwaukee and Penfield Children's Center celebrated the completion of the Near West Side's newest mural on September 14.