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City Hall Workshop Helps Entrepreneurs Boost Business With Twitter

The “Twitter for the Technologically Challenged” workshop at City Hall showed Mark Gray how he can better showcase electricity-saving products from his energy-auditing business.

WBBM Newsradio–2013/04/12

State Touts Record $184M In Film Industry Spending In 2012

State officials said Friday the television and film industry spent a record amount of money in Illinois last year, creating more than 2,200 jobs.

CBS Chicago–2013/04/12

CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 05: A fan snaps a photo outside of Wrigley Field before the opening day game between the Chicago Cubs and the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field on April 5, 2012 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Cubs Want Pedestrian Bridge Linking Hotel With Wrigley

The proposed pedestrian bridge would cross Clark Street and dramatically change the look of Wrigleyville. CBS 2 Chief Correspondent Jay Levine reports.

2013/04/11

Wrigley Field. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Still No Deal On Wrigley Field Renovation

No face to face talks between City officials and the Cubs today. And still no deal on Wrigley renovations and Community development.

CBS 2–2013/04/09

Aldermen Back Plan To Adjust Parking Garage Tax Rates

WBBM Newsradio Political Editor Craig Dellimore reports the higher taxes would mean some motorists would pay more to park at Chicago garages, while some would end up paying less.

WBBM Newsradio–2013/04/09

Midway International Airport (CBS File Photo)

Lipinski Questions Possible Overnight Closure Of Midway Tower

Congressman Dan Lipinski (D-IL) has written to the Federal Aviation Administration, questioning why Midway International Airport has been placed on a list of 72 airports where air traffic control towers could be closed overnight.

WBBM Newsradio–2013/04/09

A new 'Skinny'Bou Latte' awaits its pickup in a Caribou Coffee store January 2, 2004 in Mount Prospect, Illinois. (Photo by Tim Boyle/Getty Images)

Caribou Coffee Leaving Chicago Area

The Minneapolis-based chain says it’s closing most of its 18 Chicago area stores effective Sunday for business reasons.

2013/04/08

Chicago, Cook County Sponsor Summer Jobs Program For Young Adults

The City of Chicago and Cook County have begun signing up young people people for programs designed to keep them off the streets this summer. And a top City official says that means work and play, reports WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore.

2013/04/08

Wrigley Renovation Deal Expected Soon

The Cubs and the city of Chicago are in the process of finalizing a deal for the renovation of Wrigley Field.

CBS Chicago–2013/04/08

Chicago Police Boost Mag Mile Presence

Chicago police officers were out in force Friday night, nearly a week after youths caused disturbances near and along the Magnificent Mile.

2013/04/07

Predator Drone (credit: General Atomics/Getty Images)

Anti-Drone Activists Protest Outside Boeing HQ

Anti-war activists targeted Boeing’s Chicago headquarters today protesting the company’s role in drone warfare, reports WBBM’s Mike Krauser.

2013/04/06

A view of a Wrigley Field rooftop. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Rooftop Owners Vow To Fight Cubs In Court If Views Are Obstructed

Despite reports that a Wrigley Field renovation is expected to be agreed upon before Monday’s home opener, the rooftop owners are still unhappy with the negotiations.

CBS Chicago–2013/04/05

2 Investigators, BGA: Casino Treats Joliet Officials To VIP Cards

It’s not illegal, but it’s a bad bet, the BGA says. 2 Investigator Pam Zekman reports.

2013/04/04

Exam Raising The Bar For Aspiring Lawers In Illinois

For the first time in 20 years, the minimum passing grade is going up on the Illinois Bar Exam.

WBBM Newsradio–2013/04/04

The Circle Interchange joins the Kennedy, Dan Ryan and Eisenhower Expressways just west of downtown Chicago. (Credit: CBS)

Circle Interchange Construction Plan Riles Neighbors

IDOT is planning a four-year Circle Interchange construction project and despite some changes, some live nearby are still not happy with the plans.

2013/04/04

TV, Movie Productions Brought $170M To Chicago In 2012

Officials said Wednesday that Chicago has enjoyed a record year of film and TV production in the city.

WBBM Newsradio–2013/04/03

Artist rendering of the "Shops and Lofts on 47," a retail and residential development planned for the Bronzeville neighborhood at 47th and Cottage Grove. (Credit: City of Chicago)

Bronzeville Celebrates Groundbreaking Of New Shops, Apartments

Ground was broken Tuesday on a new commercial and residential development in Bronzeville, a project the likes of which haven’t been seen in that neighborhood in 50 years.

CBS Chicago–2013/04/02

Stacey Simmons is worried a state road project will make her condo less desirable. (CBS)

Condo Owners Want To Put Brakes On New Ramp For Circle Interchange

A proposed ramp connecting the Eisenhower and the Kennedy would come within 7 feet of a West Loop condo building. CBS 2′s Brad Edwards reports.

2013/04/01

: A sampling of product labels being recalled by Natura Pet Products (Credit: Steve Grzanich)

Natura Pet Food Expands Voluntary Recall

Nebraska-based Natura Pet Products has announced an expansion of its voluntarily recall of dry pet food because of potential Salmonella contamination.

2013/03/31

State Seeking To Rebuild Circle Interchange To Ease Congestion

Relief could be on the way for commuters frustrated by the consistent gridlock they face on the Circle Interchange just west of downtown.

CBS Chicago–2013/03/29

Comcast Business Class Newsmakers Series: Chris Hughes

WBBM’s Comcast Business Class Newsmakers Series had Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes talk about social media applications and technologies to a packed Navy Pier Grand Ballroom on October 27th. (credit: CBS/Steve Hardy)