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🔮 How to predict layoffs in Chicago
January 22, 2024
How do you feel about returning to the office? It’s something we’ve been wondering four years into the pandemic and amid news of layoffs (more on that below). Tell us all your hot takes, and we’ll share with the class, aka other Hey Chicago readers.
What's CITY Talking About?
In City Council News …
Nearly 30 alders asked 33rd Ward Ald. Rossana Rodríguez-Sánchez to delay Wednesday’s vote on a resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza. Their reason? Timing — the vote would come days before International Holocaust Remembrance Day. [Politico]
- It’s the first full City Council meeting of the year after a contentious fall. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Grocery Store Merger Legal Challenges Cont.
The state of Washington has filed a lawsuit to block the $25 billion deal between the parent companies of Mariano’s and Jewel. The news comes as the feds deliberate whether the attempt to create a mega grocery store chain violates antitrust regulations. [Eater]
University of Illinois Tuition Freeze
National College Decision Day is still months away, but prospective undergraduate students should note the University of Illinois System will not raise tuition rates at any of its three campuses in Chicago, Urbana-Champaign, and Springfield next school year. [Sun-Times]
Another Erick Williams Restaurant in Hyde Park
This year, expect another eatery in the South Side neighborhood by the Virtue and Daisy's Po-Boy owner. The new concept is a Mexican-inspired bar and restaurant. [Block Club]
- Anyone stopping at Virtue this Chicago Restaurant Week? [Hey Chicago 💻]
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Where Is It?
Last Week’s Winner
Answer: Humboldt Park. Many of you correctly guessed, but Dominique M. is our random winner.
This Week’s Clues
What South Side park is this bridge in? Guess here for a chance to pick the next batch of clues.
- Named after a notable civic leader in Chinatown.
- Along the edge of the South Branch of the Chicago River, this park is at the site of a former railroad yard.
- This park opened 25 years ago.
- This park can be reached by water taxi in the summer.
What To Do
Monday, Jan. 22
- Fall Prevention 🩺 Oriole Park | 1–2 p.m. | Free
- Chili Cookoff 🥣 West Loop | 7–10 p.m. | $25
Tuesday, Jan. 23
- Sip & Paint 🎨 Lincoln Park | 5:30–7 p.m. | $20
- “Without Children” Book Signing 📕 Hyde Park | 6–7 p.m. | Free
Wednesday, Jan. 24
- Route 66 History 🛣️ Online | Noon | $15
- Moonlight Ski starts 🌙 Lemont | 4–8 p.m. | Free
- Strategic Plan Town Hall 🌳 Garfield Park | 5–7 p.m. | Free
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New Member Shoutout
Conor B. joined our membership program at the Cousins level. Here’s what Conor loves the most about our city:
"The amount of amazing musical organizations that are putting on concerts and events all over the city."
Learn how to get your own shoutout here.
Who’s seeing the “Carrie Bradshaw of TikTok” in Chicago next week? I’m making my way through the “Sex and the City” franchise and need a palate cleanser after the second movie 😷
—Sidney Madden
Thanks to editor Simone Alicea!
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