Chicago Battles Its Image As Murder Capital Of The Nation
<p>Crime Lab’s Kim Smith discusses the murder rate in Chicago</p>
Chicago police solve one in every 20 shootings. Here are some reasons why that's so low.
<p>Article references UChicago Crime Lab study examining the percentage of shootings solved in Chicago</p>
Preckwinkle, Garcia at odds over independent financial analysis commission
<p>Michael Belsky, executive director of the Center for Municipal Finance at Harris School, argues in favor of revenue forecasting commission for the Cook County Board</p>
Berrios' analysts used Zillow, other shortcuts in assessing property values, documents show
<p>Prof. Christopher Berry discusses the decisions that made the Cook County property tax system unfair</p>
With high-tech help, there's been less bloodshed in Chicago this year, but results are mixed on the West Side
<p>Prof. Jens Ludwig, director of UChicago Crime Lab, discusses violence on the West Side of Chicago</p>
Berrios tweaks formula; home assessments rise on North Side, fall on South Side
<p>Prof. Christopher Berry questions Cook County property valuation formula</p>
Chicago Is Your Big (Friendly) Brother
Charlie Catlett of the Computation Institute allays concerns about new data-collecting devices being used for personal information collection or surveillance.
Crowds Turn Out for Family Stone, Funkadesi, and Fun on 53rd Street
The 2013 Celebrate Hyde Park Summer Music Festival drew about 30,000 people to 53rd Street on July 20 and 21 for two days of live performances, food and fun.
Revitalized 53rd Street energizes community
Residents, businesses benefit from Hyde Park's growth as a destination for dining, shopping, and fun.
Laura Milani Alessio