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Why Does the City’s Border Extend North of Howard Street in Rogers Park?
When Rogers Park was annexed to Chicago, in 1893, Howard Street became the city’s boundary with Evanston. The little 80-acre neighborhood just north of Howard along the lake was known as Germania, after the German immigrants who had settled there. But Germania had a problem. It was cut off from the rest of Evanston by … Read more
Chicagoans of the Year
From a Samaritan who is looking after his new neighbors to our oldest winner ever (by 150 million years), these 2024 honorees have made a lasting mark on the city.
The Monkey Retirement Home
In rural Indiana, a former Chicago zookeeper runs a sanctuary for rescued primates.
Bob Sirott
The WGN radio host, 75, on his TV news stints, social awkwardness, and love of root beer floats