What Historical Treasures Are Housed In Chicago Public Libraries?
These seven “treasures” bear witness to Chicago history, from the Civil War to the election of the first African-American mayor of Chicago.
Maggie Sivit
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Stories by Maggie Sivit
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How Neurobiology Influences Gun Violence
When someone gets involved with guns and gangs at an early age, it can change the way that person thinks.
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Do Chicago Cops Have To Follow Traffic Laws?
Chicago drivers are required to obey traffic laws when they’re out on the road. But what about the police?
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History of Violence: Chicago During The Capone Era and Today
Al Capone’s legacy of violence still looms large over Chicago, but was the city more dangerous back then?
