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Urban development impacts green spaces, prioritizes housing needs
Rochester's City Council approved the sale of a half-acre Charlotte Street green space for $150,000 on April 21, 2026.
Best Family-Friendly Neighborhoods in Our City
While Maplewood consistently tops lists for its 9/10 school ratings, its property values have stagnated for three years due to limited park expansion and an aging community center.
Support Local Food Businesses: A Complete Guide
During the early months of the pandemic, local and regional food markets faced an expected decline in sales of up to $688.
Stevens Point area and regional events this weekend
On Saturday, May 23rd, residents in Harshaw can attend a Memorial ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on Lakewood Road, one of at least five such tributes planned across the region this weekend.
Edgewater Street Renamed Lori Cannon Way Honoring LGBTQ+ Activist
On what would have been her 75th birthday, over 200 people gathered in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood to rename a block of North Broadway after Lori Cannon, the late HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ activist.
Top 5 Hidden Gem Farmers Markets in Chippewa Valley You Must Visit
Last Saturday, a small market in Altoona sold out its heirloom tomatoes and artisanal cheeses by 9 AM, long before the city's largest market even saw its peak crowd.
Warm Love Cool Dreams Festival Plans 2026 Expansion
The highest scorer at the Warm Love Cool Dreams festival's Skeeball Tournament will walk away with a brand-new air conditioning unit, signaling a new era for the event.
Sueños Festival Celebrates Chicago's Latino Culture
Since 2023, El Taconazo Express has operated a booth at the Sueños festival, a small but potent symbol of how local businesses integrate into one of Chicago's largest cultural celebrations.
Chicago shootings overnight injure multiple people across city
In a grim discovery early Sunday, 18-year-old Cristian Jose Rojas Barrios was found shot in the chest and leg, hands tied behind his back, in a Chicago bathtub.
Chicago cyclists' silent ride demands safety, justice
On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, hundreds of cyclists rode silently through Chicago.
Upper Arlington Chef-O-Nette Sells to New Owners After Decades
After 69 years, Upper Arlington's iconic Chef-O-Nette diner, a fixture at 2090 Tremont Center, closed its doors for three to four months, sparking community speculation before its surprise reopening u
Avondale petition for new library gains strong community and aldermanic support
Over 800 Avondale residents signed a petition for a new public library branch in less than a week, according to Block Club Chicago .
Rochelle Park Council Approves 911 Transfer, Residents Seek Referendum
Despite the Rochelle Park Township Council's recent vote to transfer 911 dispatch services to Bergen County for a decade, residents have already organized a petition to force a public referendum on th
Memphis Animal Services: Over 200 Chickens Rescued, Most Adopted
Memphis Animal Services recently received an unprecedented influx of 232 rescued chickens.
Ascension Parish Plans Summer Events, Including Jambalaya Festival
Ascension Parish is set to host 140 impactful events in the next 90 days, drawing an estimated 37,142 attendees.
Festival commercialization erodes community identity, exacerbates inequality.
In London's Brockwell Park, residents faced a stark reality: public access to their green space was restricted for 37 days, not the 28 days councils claimed, all thanks to commercial music festivals.