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Alex V Hernandez

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Bird Law Scholar | Lincoln Square, North Center & Irving Park reporter @BlockClubCHI | Co-founder @Borderless_Mag | Alum @RooseveltU | Opinions = Me | RTs ≠ Es

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The liquor ban dates back to a failed attempt by beer baron Adolphus Busch to create a fairground at what is now Welles Park. Neighbors will get to vote in the Nov. 5 election to repeal the dry status. blockclubchicago.org/2024/10… via @BlockClubCHI
There's Been A 'Dry' Precinct In Ravenswood For 117 Years — But Voters Are Trying To Change That

There's Been A 'Dry' Precinct In Ravenswood For 117 Years — But Voters Are Trying To Change That

The liquor ban dates back to a failed attempt by beer baron Adolphus Busch to create a fairground at what is now Welles Park. Neighbors can now vote to repeal the dry status.

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Hi @rmacwallace, I’m a reporter with @BlockClubCHI. Would you be free for a quick call this week? It’s about recent rabies incident in Chicago. My email is alex @ blockclubchi.org. Thx!
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Patrick Filbin@PatrickFilbin21 Mar 2025
One of the most iconic buildings in Wrigleyville is being torn down just weeks before the Cubs host the Padres for the team's home opener. blockclubchicago.org/2025/03…
Demolition Begins At Century-Old Wrigleyville Rooftop Apartments

Demolition Begins At Century-Old Wrigleyville Rooftop Apartments

The first of three historical Sheffield Avenue buildings is being torn down ahead of the Cubs' home opener to make way for an apartment complex.

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This huge news comes after many months of dogged reporting from @_ManuelRamos_ @mack_liederman about Carter's poor leadership & the system's failures Manny & Mack have covered it all, from Carter's pay hikes to his rubber stamp governing body blockclubchicago.org/2025/01…
CTA Boss Dorval Carter Retires After Years Of Mounting Pressure Over Struggling Transit Service

CTA Boss Dorval Carter Retires After Years Of Mounting Pressure Over Struggling Transit Service

CTA President Dorval Carter's retirement comes as the agency has reeled in substantial federal funding and after numerous Block Club Chicago investigations put a spotlight on how the system's leaders...

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The over 51,000 migrants who have arrived in Chicago since 2022 face a dwindling safety net and backlogs in work permit and immigration cases. Meanwhile, STORY: Trump Wants To Deport Them. Chicago Is Scaling Back Help. Meet The Migrants Stuck In Limbo blockclubchicago.org/2024/12…
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My latest for @BlockClubCHI — w/ @francialgh and @colinbphoto — is a deep dive on the compounding struggles of migrants in Chicago. Their safety net is dwindling as our local govt is phasing out resources, and as Trump's anti-immigrant policies loom. blockclubchicago.org/2024/12…

Trump Wants To Deport Them. Chicago Is Scaling Back Help. Meet The Migrants Stuck In Limbo

The over 51,000 migrants who have arrived in Chicago since 2022 face a dwindling safety net and backlogs in work permit and immigration cases. Meanwhile, Donald Trump's border czar said deportations...

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49 years ago today the gales of November came early. youtu.be/Y8LBkYjniTU?si=mkXp… #EdmundFitzgerald
Headstones - The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald

Headstones - The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald

The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgeraldcover song by Headstones 2019. ...

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A studio specializing in custom neon lighting has relocated from the north suburbs to Ravenswood’s arts corridor and is hosting a grand opening Saturday. blockclubchicago.org/2024/11… via @BlockClubCHI 📸: @colinbphoto
Lightwriters Neon Chicago Moves To Ravenswood's Arts Corridor

Lightwriters Neon Chicago Moves To Ravenswood's Arts Corridor

The family-run studio specializes in custom neon lights and offers classes and space rentals for people interested in learning how to create unique light fixtures. 

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Lincoln Square’s circus and magic-themed gelato shop will close its doors for good at the end of December, its owner said. blockclubchicago.org/2024/11… via @BlockClubCHI
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Neighbors living in a small portion of Lincoln Square and Ravenswood voted Tuesday to ditch an obscure law that’s kept their area “dry” for 117 years. blockclubchicago.org/2024/11… via @BlockClubCHI #Election2024

North Side Neighbors Vote To Ditch Ravenswood's 'Dry' Status

The referendum asked voters if they wanted to remove a more than 100-year-old rule blocking liquor licenses within a portion of the 47th Ward’s 9th precinct.

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The liquor ban dates back to a failed attempt by beer baron Adolphus Busch to create a fairground at what is now Welles Park. Neighbors will get to vote in the Nov. 5 election to repeal the dry status. blockclubchicago.org/2024/10… via @BlockClubCHI
There's Been A 'Dry' Precinct In Ravenswood For 117 Years — But Voters Are Trying To Change That

There's Been A 'Dry' Precinct In Ravenswood For 117 Years — But Voters Are Trying To Change That

The liquor ban dates back to a failed attempt by beer baron Adolphus Busch to create a fairground at what is now Welles Park. Neighbors can now vote to repeal the dry status.

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Theory: Mr. Johnson and Charlie are the lynchpin to this crossover.
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Wanna give a shout out to Ravenswood neighbor Chrissy Cogswell for sharing her research into the history of the dry precinct with me.
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Not being afraid of taking a wild swing is what the plot of the film “Field Of Dreams,” its message to the audience and its production history are all about: youtu.be/5Ay5GqJwHF8?si=1ZY6…
If You Build It, He Will Come - Field of Dreams (1/9) Movie CLIP (1989) HD

If You Build It, He Will Come - Field of Dreams (1/9) Movie CLIP (1989) HD

Field of Dreams movie clips: http://j.mp/1Ja20LzBUY THE MOVIE: htt...

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Just a very stupid idea from risk adverse film studio leadership. avclub.com/studios-consult-s…
Studios are apparently consulting with superfans before the movie pisses anyone off

Studios are apparently consulting with superfans before the movie pisses anyone off

Studios are apparently consulting with superfans before the movie pisses anyone off

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A popular sports bar is leaving its longtime North Center home this fall, a Ravenswood brewery is expanding its hours and beer selection and a new Thai and ramen spot just opened up in Lincoln Square. blockclubchicago.org/2024/10… via @BlockClubCHI

Wild Goose Moving To Former Fork Spot In Lincoln Square This Fall

Meanwhile, Due Lire and Lincoln Ice Cream Company are closing, while a brewery and a Thai and ramen restaurant are opening up in the neighborhood.

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The failure of Bring Chicago Home to pass in March was a missed opportunity to address the city’s ongoing and growing unhoused population, housing advocates said at the meeting. blockclubchicago.org/2024/10… via @BlockClubCHI

Northwest Siders Spar Over Gompers Park Tent City — But Encampment Is Staying Put For Now

Some Northwest Side neighbors have petitioned the city to remove the homeless encampment, arguing that it attracts crime and causes other problems at the park.

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Related from 2023 budget hearings: Brandie V. Knazze, Department of Family and Support Services commissioner, warned federal COVID-19 funds would run out and without Bring Chicago Home DFSS’ services would be reduced. blockclubchicago.org/2023/10… via @BlockClubCHI
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WTTW - Chicago PBS@wttw21 Sep 2024
A study reveals that immigrants have consistently been incarcerated at lower rates than U.S.-born citizens. However, “migrant crime” has become a major talking point this election. Lilia Fernandez, a @thisisUIC history professor, talks about the facts. to.wttw.com/3BcZ9Y4
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📢 JOB ALERT: We're hiring a full-time Block Club News Editor to help guide reporters in their coverage of Chicago's neighborhoods. Must have a passion for community news + a track record developing engaging stories. Deadline to apply is 10/12. Details: buff.ly/4epeK5L
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