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Maps
The Devastating Impact of 30 Years of Sprawl, As Seen From Space
The lightning pace of world urbanization is on display in these animated GIFs of Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Hong Kong and other exploding metropolises.
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Chicago's Violent Weekend Was the Worst of the Year
At least 41 people were shot and 7 killed.
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The Senate's 'Elitist, White-Boy' Plan to Fight Gangs Is Right
Rep. Bobby Rush's attacks ignore the facts and dishonor law-abiding Chicagoans trying to lead their lives.
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Cover Story Showdown: 'Time' vs. 'New York Times Magazine' on Chicago
Two national magazines take on dissecting the city in the same week. Who wrote it best?
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What Happens When a Nonprofit Car-Sharing Service Gets Bought By a Major Rental Company?
We're about to find out.
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Will Brick-and-Mortar Stores Find New Life ... as Datacenters?
Sears is looking into re-purposing its shuttered stores as datacenters, starting with one in Chicago.
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4 Big Questions Looming Over Chicago's School Closings
It's been a bruising and emotional year for Chicago's Board of Education and opponents alike. But the hardest part is still to come.
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This Week in Bans
Chicago Wants to Crack Down on Pedicabs: This Week in Bans
Also, Tampa wants to turn down the bass on car stereos and an Iowa city declares war on poopy geese.
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Maps
The Way We Build Cities Is Making Them Flood
But the problem is not what you think.
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Cyclists Aren't 'Special,' and They Shouldn't Play by Their Own Rules
The days of the outlaw bicyclist are over.
