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Former Oprah agent sells penthouse for $3.67M
Chicagotribune.com Business
Feb 07Elite Street: Attorney Jeffrey Jacobs, who for 18 years was Oprah Winfrey's agent, manager and adviser, on Monday sold his 13-room, duplex penthouse co-op apartment in east Lincoln Park for $3.675 million. »
Sen. Kirk upgraded to ‘good’ condition, watched Super Bowl
Chicago Sun-Times Metro News
Feb 07Sen. Mark Kirk’s condition has been upgraded from “fair” to “good.” Doctors hope to be able to re-attach the 8-inch-by-4-inch section of his skull that had to be removed after he suffered a stroke two weeks ago. Then the Highland Park Republican can be... »
How to Hire Software Devs
NBC Chicago Business News
Feb 06I've interviewed folks before who have explained why it's necessary to have a technical co-founder when you start a new business. But what if you need a software developer? Do you know what to ask them? The developer types have something up on those wh... »
Economy moving in right direction
Chicago SunTimesBusiness
Feb 06Economists are more optimistic that the economy is gaining momentum, based not only on job growth but other positive reports. “We’re making progress in getting the [unemployment] rate down,” said Dean Baker, a native of Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood an... »
Just One Drink: Chef Ryan Poli
NBC ChicagoLocal Beat
Feb 04Veteran Chicago chef discusses new Spanish-inspired River North restaurant. »
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Inspiration-al Stuff
Uptown Update
Feb 07The Tribune recently ran an interview with Lisa Nigro, founder of Inspiration Corporation, on how she started the organization and what it's up to now. You can read about her here: "Remarkable Woman: Lisa Nigro." And if you're looking an early Valenti... »
Best New Listings: West Loop, Gold Coast, and River North
UrbanTurf Chicago
Feb 06In this week’s edition of Best New Listings, we look at a two-bedroom timber loft in the West Loop, a three-bedroom townhouse on the Gold Coast, and a corner loft in River North with a kitchen that resembles a diner. Keep reading » »
Fab Mixtape: Rasheeda – Boss B*tch Music 4
Chicago Fabulous Blog
Feb 0601 Rasheeda – Intro 02 Rasheeda – I Do 03 Rasheeda – Bitches In Paris 04 Rasheeda – Don’t Be Mad 05 Rasheeda – Suppa Duppa Bossy 06 Rasheeda – Chanel Swag 07 Rasheeda – They Know 08 Rasheeda – Pink Pussy 09 Rasheeda – Marry Me (Feat. Toya Wright) 10 Ra... »
An easy rent vs own decision on the Gold Coast?
Homeward Bound - Chicago
Feb 06A full-floor 6,000 square foot home just became available at 1555 North Astor St in the Gold Coast. It’s offered for sale at $5,400,000 and for rent at $20,000 a month. The 41st floor home has a sleek modern look, 4 bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half baths, 3... »
First Look- CPS Teams at Niles West
Chicago Public League Sports Blog
Feb 04Runners from (left to right) North Lawndale, Orr, and Calumet prepare right before the 2nd heet of the varsity 600 meter run. I just got back from the Niles West City Meet I. CPS Track fans got a first look... »