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ISSUE: November 1, 2009
Articles about Chicago
Jeff Tweedy’s Sweet Home
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6-1-2007
Chicago has a rich musical past, so it only makes sense that Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, the owner of perhaps the richest musical presence around, makes his home there.
Article Excerpts:
...
Chicago
has a rich musical past, so it only makes sense...
...of tiny Belleville, Illinois, Tweedy has called
Chicago
home for the past 13 years. He arrived in the...
...Midwesterner, did you spend a lot of time in
Chicago
when you were a child? Well, I grew up...
Back In A Flash
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4-15-2006
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade is (almost) at the top of his game. But no matter how far he goes, he always comes home to Chicago.
Article Excerpts:
...how far he goes, he always comes home to
Chicago
. Just don''t ask him where to get a slice...
...Dwyane Wade to outgrow his hometown. He''s from
Chicago
, an impressive city to be sure, but these days...
...he grew up - in Robbins, a suburb just south of
Chicago
. It wouldn''t have been surprising if he actually...
Bonnie Hunt Rolls Out The Welcome Mat In Chicago
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9-15-2003
The comically gifted star of ABCs Life With Bonnie shows us around her happening hometown.
Article Excerpts:
...laughing, because she was soon a star in
Chicago
’s renowned Second City comedy troupe.
...banker husband, but her heart remains rooted in
Chicago
. We asked her to tell us some of her favorite...
...haunts and hangouts. You’re our
Chicago
tour guide. First, where should we...
A Queen Of The Queen Of The Heartland
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1-1-2007
Before Felicity Huffman was a star on screens big (this Springs Georgia Rule) and small (Desperate Housewives), she was a hardworking, couch-surfing, snow-shoveling Chicago actress. she's more than happy to take us back there.
Article Excerpts:
... What can you do in
Chicago
that you can''t do anywhere else? First of all,...
... for many years. Did you meet your husband in
Chicago
? No, I met Bill in New York, but very quickly...
...Bill in New York, but very quickly we went to
Chicago
. So during the first part of our going out we...
Just A Guy On A Bike
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7-15-2005
John Cusack is a would-be boyfriend in multiplexes this month in Must Love Dogs. Anyone who wants to keep up with him as he guides a tour of Chicago must love riding a bike.
Article Excerpts:
...and have a great time." Nighttime in
Chicago
. Difficult decisions loom for a guy on a bike.
...to make plans," Cusack says. "You can go out in
Chicago
and the day or the night happens to you. You run...
...all day on a bike requires sustenance, and in
Chicago
that most likely means steak. Cusack mentions...
Know-it-alls
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1-15-2008
Leave the travel books and Internet printouts at home. We went for the human approach and talked with six concierges in six places to get their recommendations for Don't-miss local delights.
Article Excerpts:
...
Chicago
SYLVIA ROLLINS, CHEF...
... CHEF CONCIERGE HOTEL MONACO
Chicago
• 225 NORTH WABASH AVENUE • (312) 960-8500 ...
... • WWW.MONACO-CHICAGO.COM Touring
Chicago
''s architecture and history by boat is a must for...
Mettle Count
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9-15-2009
Cities that covet the glory that comes with hosting an Olympics need plenty of fortitude (and cash). The four finalists for the 2016 Games have both -- and so much more.
Article Excerpts:
...on the globe (sorry, Paris). CHICAGO
Chicago
is no stranger to competing to host big-time...
...of the book The Devil in the White City , is
Chicago
’s winning and then pulling off an ambitious...
...World’s Fair in 1893, an event that announced
Chicago
as one of the world’s great cities and, at least...
Rooftop Oasis
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7-15-2008
Sure, a green roof is pretty and environmentally friendly. But did you know it can also be a safe haven for endangered birds, flowers, and insects? Neither did we.
Article Excerpts:
...concentration of rooftop habitats is found in
Chicago
, which provides local ordinances that give tax...
... embraced this practice as a way to help conserve
Chicago
for future generations,” says Richard...
...says Richard M. Daley, mayor of
Chicago
, who introduced an ambitious 150-page...
Letter Rip
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2-15-2007
Air Mail for American Way Magazine 02-15-2007
Article Excerpts:
...your article featuring Felicity Huffman and
Chicago
in the January 1 issue. I have been to Chicago...
...Chicago in the January 1 issue. I have been to
Chicago
many times, and it is one of my all-time...
... which I also love, but nothing quite compares to
Chicago
. One place that I was sad to see left...
On The Town With Bernie Mac
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9-1-2004
The king of comedy takes writer Mark Seal on a whirlwind tour of the Windy City.
Article Excerpts:
...square. "You''re dressed real nice right now. In
Chicago
, you need to get you a nice little suit coat on...
... They like a sweet-smelling man. I''m tellin'' you,
Chicago
is sweet! You go down to the bar and watch...
...you. Nobody''s going to let you drink alone in
Chicago
. You won''t be allowed to drink alone," he says...
Going Places
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1-1-2005
Our job is done. We’ve chosen our winners. Now they get to enjoy their 15 days of fame. Since it’s obvious from the miles they log that our Road Warriors get around, we decided to pick their brains — and their itineraries
Article Excerpts:
... - Scott Schmidt, El Paso, Texas
Chicago
, Illinois The hot dog stand (above) is a...
...Illinois The hot dog stand (above) is a
Chicago
tradition where you can get a great dog, Polish...
...tour will further enhance your appreciation of
Chicago
. Various walking tours give visitors a feel for...
A Memorable Look Back.
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9-1-2001
Oprahs Chicago, Shaqs L.A., Elizabeth Hurleys PAris, Harrison Fords Jackson Hole, and more - some 250 stars have shared the secrets of their favorite places in this column over the years. We look back at 15 of the best.
Article Excerpts:
...Jack Nicholson''s L.A., Oprah Winfrey''s
Chicago
, Michael Caine''s London, Gloria Estefan''s Miami,...
...on hold as she talked up her adopted hometown,
Chicago
. Eleven years later, we''re still...
...BEGINNING Who: OPRAH WINFREY Where:
Chicago
When: March 1, 1991 Why: In the...
One Day At A Time
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2-15-2006
Houston Day OneH-town's new Metro light-rail system has transformed downtown Main Street into a hub of popular clubs and nightlife. But during the day, use the Metro to get to Hermann Park for a stroll around the pond and through the park's woody ha...
Article Excerpts:
...while away the hours at the Art Institute of
Chicago
(111 South Michigan Avenue, 312-443-3600, ...
... (312-922-3432, ), narrated by
Chicago
enthusiasts who know every detail about ...
...served with generous sides. After dinner, it''s
Chicago
blues at Buddy Guy''s Legends (754 South Wabash...