Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

The Pitchfork Music Festival 2023 lineup is here

The annual summer music festival will return to Union Park in July with headliners The Smile, Big Thief and Bon Iver.

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PODCAST | In Washington There Is No Truth And No Consequences

Listen now | I wanted to talk a little bit about honesty and government. It makes me cringe to use those two words in the same sentence, especially when we're talking about the federal government.

"...If you get truth from somebody from the federal government sitting before Congress that is an anomaly..."

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PODCAST | If The DoJ Says Trump Can Be Sued Then Why Not Lightfoot?

Listen now (28 min) | Before we get into this morning segment on The Captain's America: Third Watch with mad Bruce – in which we discuss the insanity coming out of the Department of Justice where they are trying to lay blame and financial culpabili

"...So, the DoJ has decided that Trump can be held culpable for the actions of the protesters on January 6th. Doesn't that open a can of worms for the mayors of the cities where ANTIFA and BLM wrecked havoc..."

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Chicago ousts embattled Mayor Lori Lightfoot, as race heads to runoff without her

Democratic Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot was booted by voters during her bid for re-election as the heated race moves to a runoff in April.

She was the worst, most corrupt, mayor in recent history. I never voted for her. I’m happy she’s gone.

News | Antisemitism Watch

Chicago: City Officials Warn Of Potential 'Day Of Hate' Against Jewish Communities

There is no known threat, but police and local officials are working closely with synagogues and faith-based organizations.

So there were advertisements for a “day of hate” against Jews, but at the same time “there were no credible threats.” This is why no one trusts the people in power anymore.

Sports | Sports

ESPN ranks White Sox rotation 7th best in MLB

ESPN hands the White Sox a generous 7th overall ranking in the best rotations in the league.

Food & Drink | Food & Drink

19 Things You Didn't Know About Jeppson’s Malört

Weeding out Chicago's weak since 1934.

Sports | Cycling

How To Identify Chicago Made Schwinn's

Hope this video is helpful to you all - I looked around and didn't see a video pointing out the tell-tale identifying marks/details only made in Chicago USA ...

Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

The best rooftop bars for winter drinks in Chicago

Our city has plenty of options for a great drink with a great view — even when it's cold out.

News | News

Chicago Jewish students protest after principal shrugs off Nazi Halloween costume

Teens at one of city's most selective public high schools call for improved Holocaust education after classmate goose-stepped across stage in a German military uniform

I’ve seen people wearing German/Nazi uniforms before-like it’s some kind of hilarious joke. I’ve confronted every single one of them. You should too.

News | Antisemitism Watch

Elder Of Ziyon - Not only NYC: anti-Jewish hate crimes skyrocket in Chicago, but down (slightly) in LA

Blogging about Israel and the Arab world since, oh, forever.

“But compared to other bias crimes against religions, anti-Jewish crimes are always far ahead of the rest, with only six incidents for all other religions….And on a victim per capita basis, anti-Jewish crimes always dwarf every other kind of hate crime.”

Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

Unique Things to Do in Chicago, Illinois

If you're looking for unique experiences in Chicago this article is for you! Quirky things to do, unique places to visit, and more.

Politics | The Hall of Idiots

Crime Is Surging, So Chicago’s Lori Lightfoot Just Announced A City-Wide Karaoke Contest

In a boost for morale, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot (D) is shelling out $5,000 for the winner of a city-wide karaoke contest. The prize comes as crime is surging in the Windy City.

Chicagoans ate very liberal, and generally-not the brightest people in the country. They voted for this and get what they deserve.

Sports | Cycling

Eyes on the Street: Chicago, Bike Grid Now’s Jamapalooza takes over the Loop

Chicago, Bike Grid Now led Jamapalooza, a massive group ride to demonstrate for a citywide network of bike-priority streets.

News | News

PODCAST | The Hypocrisy of the Left's ‘Sanctuary Lie’

Vice President Kamala Harris’ insistence that the southern border of the United States is secure is a statement fully encamped in the realm of the absurd. And now that some of the more traditionally far-Left bastions are experiencing the many negative e

"...Why are we gullible enough to entertain the insincere and deceitful virtue signaling of the political and ideological Left?..."

Sports | Cycling

Arnold, Schwinn & Company

Some Scwhinn history.

Miscellaneous | Interesting stories

Every Piece of Gear In A Navy Recruit's Ditty Box | Loadout | Business Insider

A Navy sailor breaks down every item that new recruits are issued on their first day of boot camp. MM2 Lionell Comeaux explains what’s in the Navy “ditty box...

Sports | Cycling

Home | Bike Lane Uprising

Bike Lane Uprising is making it easy to report cars in bike lanes and hold violators accountable.

I wish we had something like this in San Diego.

News | Israel & The Jewish Community

Growth of Chicago’s Jewish Communities a Study in Chabad’s Broad Impact

New center in wake of Highland Park shooting part of a heartening trend in the Midwest Jewish metropolis

Chabad is the most important Jewish organization in America. They are an absolutely essential part of American Jewish life.

News | News

The Left's Hypocrisy On Gun Crime Is Killing People

The big headline from over the Independence Day weekend was that there was yet another mass shooting, this time in the affluent neighborhood of Highland Park, Illinois. A troubled teen opened fire in the predominantly Jewish (and White) neighborhood killi

"...Since 2016, Chicago has had 4,401 homicides, 21,146 shooting victims, with 317 of those homicides occurring in 2022. The victims are overwhelmingly Black..."

Business & Finance | NFTs

The Summer of Joy's False Promise

Since 2016, Chicago has experienced 4,401 homicides, culminating in 21,146 shooting victims, with 317 of those homicides occurring in 2022 to date. The victims of these homicides, per the Chicago Police Department’s own data, are overwhelmingly Black. C

Bid on this collectible now!

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Parade shooting suspect bought 5 weapons despite threats

The man accused of opening fire at an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago legally bought five weapons, including two high-powered rifles

So much for the argument that criminals don't legally purchase guns.

Politics | Corruption

BREAKING: Police Were Told In 2019 That Parade Shooter Vowed To ‘Kill Everyone,’ Did Not Arrest Him

Authorities revealed Tuesday afternoon that the suspect who allegedly shot dozens of people at a parade on Monday had a history of run-ins with law enforcement officials.

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Chicago: Officers Working Weeks Without Breaks Blast Lightfoot For Claiming Cops Have An 'Incredible' Amount Of Time Off

Two married police officers said they had to have relatives come to town to watch their children because they haven't had a day off in three weeks.

She’s such a liar.

Sports | Cycling

After 3-Year-Old Killed In Uptown, North Side Alderperson Wants City To Tow Cars Blocking Bike Lanes

"With all the people who have been in accidents over the past month, especially on the North Side, we need to do the right thing and keep our neighbors safe,” Ald. Andre Vasquez said.

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3-year-old girl in bike carrier dies when mom goes around ComEd truck parked in bike lane and is hit by passing semi

The semi was pulling away from a stop sign at Leland and Winthrop when it knocked the mother off balance and the girl was thrown under the wheels of the truck, police said.

This is just horrible and unacceptable. I don't care about the delivery driver having nowhere else to stop. He had no business parking in the bike lane, period. Seriously, f**k him.

Sports | Cycling

More cyclists are being killed by cars. Advocates say U.S. streets are the problem

The pandemic got more people riding bikes, but the number of cyclists hit and killed by cars is rising at an alarming rate. "We're buying materials for ghost bikes in bulk," one cycling advocate says.

100%. I drive AND I bike. We need improved cycling infrastructure, even if only two percent of the population bikes. If I can be patient with cyclist when I drive, so can all other drivers.

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Millennium Park Gets Metal Detectors, Security Checkpoints As New Curfew For Teens Begins

Visitors at Millennium Park said they weren't fazed by the added security measures. But some Chicagoans online called the move an "embarrassment" for the city.

News | Antisemitism Watch

Elder Of Ziyon - US Muslims inciting against Jews and praising terrorism in Chicago "#HandsOffJerusalem" rally

Blogging about Israel and the Arab world since, oh, forever.

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PODCAST | E Pluribus Unum: The Honest Conversation Starts at Common Ground

It’s no secret that we live in a very divided society. This divide, sadly, is by political design. The opportunistic political class has come to understand that utilizing the strategy of divide and conquer – accredited to Philip the Second of Macedoni

"...political opportunists, a grifting class that laughs at the very concept of 'public service' – are the laziest and most selfish bottom-feeders in the public sphere..."

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PODCAST: What Do Ron DeSantis And Lori Lightfoot Have In Common?

Absolutely nothing! They are polar opposites. Where Ron DeSantis actually serves the people of the State of Florida in preserving the rights of the individual and fighting the cancer of Woke-ism, Lightfoot is attempting to disingenuously coattail on the d

"...DeSantis actually serves the people of the State of Florida in preserving the rights of the individual and fighting the cancer of Woke-ism, Lightfoot is attempting to..."

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SUNDAY DIGEST: Russian Medical Watchdog Group Reveals Data Suggesting Putin Is Being Treated for Thyroid Cancer

Russian Medical Watchdog Group Reveals Data Suggesting Putin Is Being Treated for Thyroid Cancer A report from a Russian health watchdog group, Proekt (The Project) reveals that Vladimir Putin secretly took visits from a doctor specializing in thyroid can

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Chicago’s Mask, Vaccine Card Mandates Will End Feb. 28

The city is ending its mandates early to line up with Illinois' end to its statewide mask requirement.

News | Antisemitism Watch

Suspect sought after yelling 'all of you should be killed' at Jewish students

Police in Chicago are searching for a man who threatened a group of Jewish students at a school last month, yelling "all of you should be killed."

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Chicago Mask, Vaccine Card Mandates Could Be Gone 'Quite Soon' As Omicron Cases Drop, Top Doc Says

At Chicago's Omicron peak, it was seeing about 10,000 new cases per day of COVID-19 — now, it's reporting 1,037 cases per day.

News | Antisemitism Watch

Chicago Synagogues, Jewish School, Kosher Shops Targeted in Weekend String of Vandalism

Holiday shoppers walk past police cars at the Oakbrook Center shopping mall in Chicago on Dec. 24, 2021. Photo: REUTERS/Cheney …

Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

Chicago Streets Quiz – Chicago Magazine

How well do you know the city's roads, avenues, streets, and boulevards?

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Yet Another COVID-19 Testing Company That Got Millions From The Feds Being Investigated After Patients Say Their Results Were Flawed

NorthShore Clinical Labs is being investigated by multiple state agencies, and it's been cited at the highest level by federal regulators. It's received more than $154 million in public funding.

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Chicago woman reports being carjacked just days after getting car back from previous carjacking

A Chicago woman who reported being carjacked on Saturday night had just gotten her car back after she was carjacked three days earlier, according to a local report.

Sports | Cycling

My Name is Windy: The Scene at the 2021 CX Nats – Carmen Aiken

Act One: We Can’t Stop Here, This is Nats Country! In which our anti-hero-TeamLifeLOL-genderwhatever sets the stage with cold takes on Chicago-lite. What a December it was for The Cyclocross in Chicago. I’ve seen a few different versions of th

Politics | Gender Insanity

Watch: Chicago Public Schools announces that all schools now have gender-inclusive signage outside the restrooms

Restrooms in all Chicago public schools now have gender-inclusive signage.

Liberals are idiots.

Politics | The Hall of Idiots

Lori Lightfoot Accuses Fraternal Order Of Police Leader Of Trying To ‘Induce An Insurrection’ Over Vaccine Mandate

On Monday, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot accused members of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) of trying to “induce an insurrection” for protesting the vaccine mandate that went into effect last Friday.

This is their new word. Any time you date disobey your fascist overlords, they’re going to call it an “insurrection” now.

News | News

Prosecutors Reject 5 Murder Charges In Chicago Shootout Citing 'Mutual Combat'

Prosecutors in Illinois have reportedly chosen not to charge five gang-related suspects in a deadly shootout that unfolded in Chicago...

Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

Old Style: The Chicago Beer That Isn’t – Chicago Magazine

It hails from the Wisconsin-Minnesota border, but good marketing made it the second city's first choice.

Politics | The Hall of Idiots

It appears that Mayor Lightfoot lied when she said COVID-protocols prevented bagpipes to honor murdered officer Ella French

"At no time did personnel from the Medical Examiner’s Office try to impede officers or bagpipers."

She is a real piece of garbage.

Politics | Corruption

Chicago cops TURN THEIR BACKS on Mayor Lightfoot as we learn more about the two FELONS charged with murdering Ella French

Lightfoot deserved it.

Lightfoot should be put in prison for the rest of her life.

News | News

The Podcast | Underground USA | United States

With the mayor of Chicago presiding over a city that sees war-zone-like shooting and death numbers every weekend to a New York governor who pats himself on the back for killing 15,000+ seniors with his COVID edicts, Our elected class is becoming increasin

Politics | Liberal Hypocrisy

Obama Is Building An Opulent ‘Presidential Center’ In Chicago. It’s Not In A Poor, Black, Or Environmentally Friendly Neighborhood

Former President Barack Obama dialed back his planned 700-person birthday bash, set to take place this weekend, after sustained criticism for the large-scale gathering at a time when Democrats are telling ordinary Americans to hunker down or wear masks. But that’s just the tip of the hypocrisy iceberg.

He is an actual lowlife.

Politics | Leftists & Antisemitism

Chicago Dyke March Posts Promotional Image Showing Burning Israeli and American Flags

A promotional image for the 2021 Chicago Dyke March showing Israel and American flags being burned. Photo: Instagram screenshot The …

They are obviously such nice people, it must be all of the tolerance, anti-racism, and open mindedness.

Politics | Politics

LOSING IT: Read Lori Lightfoot’s DERANGED Emails to Staff

Fox News host Tucker Carlson went through Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's deranged emails to her staff.

Politics | Politics

Chicago Mayor Slams Media’s ‘Overwhelming Whiteness,’ Defends Decision to Limit Interviews to Minority Journalists

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot defended her policy of only accepting interview requests from “black and brown journalists” on Wednesday.

The excuse for her racism is, of course “racism.” She is a loathsome person.

News | News

Chicago to roll out 'Vax Pass' so vaccinated can attend summer concerts - ABC News

Chicago plans to roll out a "Vax Pass" that vaccinated residents will be able to use to gain access to summer concerts, according to top city health officials.

Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

All Chicago mass COVID-19 vaccination sites to open for walk-in appointments starting Friday

Citing a long-awaited increase in COVID-19 vaccine supply, Chicago’s public health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said all city mass vaccination sites will accept walk-in appointments starting Friday.

Politics | Leftists Are Insane

Following Adam Toledo's Shooting, Chicago May Make Cops Ask for Permission to Chase Suspects

Better? Safer?

Adam Toledo was, of course, not innocent at all. But innocent people will die as a result of this idiotic idea. Liberals only care about criminals, never the victims.

News | News

Chicago Sees 38 People Shot Including Police Officer, 5 Killed in Weekend Violence

Democrat Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s Chicago continued its march to the title of deadliest city in the world this weekend with thirty-eight...

Politics | The Hall of Idiots

Chicago public school teachers use interpretive dance to ‘express their desire to feel safe’ upon returning to classroom

We're waiting for the shelf-stockers at the grocery store to do their interpretive dance.

I couldn’t despise these people more. We allow the worst people in the country to educate our kids. Liberals are all those “worst people.” This is typical. The narcissism here is beyond what any sane person could have imagined.

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Man found living in Chicago airport for three months 'due to fear of Covid'

Aditya Singh allegedly stayed in secure area of O’Hare international airport after becoming too afraid to return home to California

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Woman whose home Chicago police wrongfully raided says she feared for her life, relates to Breonna Taylor

A woman whose home was wrongfully raided by Chicago police last year said she feared for her life during the incident.

I hope every single one of these officers gets fired. If not, I hope their home address are put on social media.

News | News

Unions Force Chicago Schools to Hire People to Supervise Kids in Class While Teachers Work Remotely

The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) has decreed that their rank and file will not return to the classrooms with the

Politics | Politics

Chicago Teachers Union Tweets Reopening Schools Would be Racist, Sexist, AND Misogynistic - And Then Deletes It!

The CTU unleashed an epically bad tweet; too bad we preserved it for them.

News | News

ILLINOIS: Chicago Election Board Provided Dominion Complete Access for 2020 Election

As the nation is focused on the lack of system security in the 2020 General Election, now comes news that

Politics | Liberal Hypocrisy

Lori Lightfoot Defends Joining Large Biden Celebration: ‘Crowd Was Gathered Whether I Was There Or Not’

Chicago Democratic Mayor Lori Lightfoot defended her decision to appear at a large celebration for Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden after last

Miscellaneous | Chicagoey Stuff

The 43 best things to do in Chicago right now

Find essential attractions, delicious restaurants, amazing nightlife and more in this list of the best things to do in Chicago.

Sports | Sports

Chicago Bears Hall of Fame running back Gale Sayers dies at age 77

Bears Hall of Fame running back Gale Sayers has died at age 77.

Politics | BLM

BLM Activist Warns: ‘You Can Listen To Us Or You Can Get Ran Over,’ ‘We’re Taking That S**t Back’

A Black Lives Matter activist in Chicago warned late this week that people better meet their demands because they are going to get what they want regardless of whether or not people choose to comply. The activist, who identified herself as Taylor Norwood

I’m just going to say it: these people are animals.

News | News

Lori Lightfoot defends ban on protesters on her block, citing her right to safety

Mayor Lori Lightfoot defended the Chicago Police Department banning protesters from the block that she lives, citing her right to safety.

I didn't vote for her.

Politics | Leftists Are Insane

‘Truly unconscionable’: Chicago looters target Ronald McDonald House because sick kids’ lives don’t matter, apparently

You know who’s really had it coming to them during this Summer of Social Justice? Sick kids.

Politics | Leftists Are Insane

Bring ‘Tools, Ski Masks, Gloves’: Chicago Police Reveal Social Media Post That May Have Triggered Riots, Looting

Chicago police have released a social media post they say may have encouraged hundreds of individuals to descend on the city’s “Magnificent Mile” shopping district to loot and riot. The post purports to outline a response to a “pol

BLM is a racist/antisemitic movement that should be designated a domestic terrorist group. They sew unrest, and depend on greed, ignorance and stupidity to terrorize the public. The thugs that are rioting every day are the enforcement arm of BLM.

Politics | Politics

Chicago removes Columbus statue from Grant Park in dead of night

Workers arrived under cover of darkness early Friday to remove a Christopher Columbus statue from Chicago’s Grant Park – a week after rioters clashed with city police as they attempted to tear the statue down.

These Marxists are being allowed to destroy our history because a few leftist mayors, and other cowards, are letting the woke mob determine policy.

Politics | Leftists Are Insane

18 Chicago Cops Injured in Riot and Activists Scream 'Police Brutality'

Activists and politicians apparently believe you can have a nice, quiet, peaceful riot that's orderly and predictable.

Politics | The Hall of Idiots

‘I’m rarely speechless’: With violence spiking in Chicago, city’s mayor deploys ‘cowboy’ to enforce… an accurate Census

"Legit one of the most insane things I've seen in Chicago history."

This woman is a genuine moron. In other words: a typical leftist.

News | The News

Three Children, Including 1 Year Old, Killed In Chicago As Violence Spikes In City

A 1-year-old boy and his mother were among the dozens shot and at least 7 killed in Chicago on Saturday as the city suffers from another weekend of violence — the latest in a string of deadly weekends. The pair, CBS News Chicago reports, were shot w

Politics | Liberal Hypocrisy

Tucker Carlson calls out hypocritical politicians threatening citizens for ‘mere act of going outside’ (paging Chicago’s mayor)

Wow.

News | News

In Chicago, COVID-19 Is Hitting The Black Community Hard

While black residents comprise 29% of Chicago, they represent 70% of that city's COVID-19 deaths. There are a number of reasons for that, and officials are just now beginning to address the issue.

Politics | Corruption

Chicago Mayor Signs Executive Order Giving Coronavirus Benefits To Illegal Aliens | The Daily Caller

Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order ensuring that all immigrants -- including illegal aliens -- are eligible to receive Chicago's  coronavirus benefits.

News | News

Astounding Photos Show New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles Empty Amid Coronavirus Quarantine

Photographers across the country are documenting an amazing sight: empty streets in some of the largest cities in the United States, if not the world, as places like New York, Illinois, California, and Louisiana beg residents to stay inside, practice soci

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Chicago

Has the March chill sufficiently seeped into your bones yet? The absolute coziest things to do in Chicago

Warm fireplaces, steaming mugs, sweaty dance parties and more great ways to beat the cold and remain cozy in Chicago.

Politics | Corruption

Chicago Prosecutor Responds To New Jussie Smollett Charges, Blames Donald Trump | The Daily Wire

Cook County States Attorney Kim Foxx responded to news that an special prosecutor issued new charges against “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett, who allegeldy faked a hate crime back in January of 2019, by blaming “politics” and the &#

Business & Finance | Business

Chicago's Startup Ecosystem Is Giving New York and San Francisco Some Serious Competition

The Windy City owes much to its healthy business climate and reasonable cost of living.

News | News

Chicago among top 5 cities for organized retail crime - Chicago Tribune

Seeing empty shelves at the store? It could be the holiday rush – or organized retail theft. Chicago is one of the U.S. cities most affected by organized retail theft, according to a 2019 report from the National Retail Federation.