Tuesdays: $5 New Movies and Free Popcorn?

Enrique Gonzalez, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Hello! Yesterday I went to the Kerasotes City North 14 movie theater located near Fullerton Ave and Western. My friend told me that the theater had a special discount on Tuesdays. I dont know if every theater does this, but I remember the last time I paid $5 for [...]

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Going To Miami!

Marcus Riley, NBC5 Street Team (video)
It’s pushing midnight, my plane for Miami leaves at 7 a.m. and I’m still packing. Actually, I’m on my computer writing this blog, when I should be packing. Some things never change.
I might as well get used to it, because I don’t think sleep is going to be an option [...]

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2007 Chicago Music Awards

Amanda Hunt, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
What a night!!! January 28, 2007, Chicago recognized an array of star-studded performers who are taking the entertainment world by storm. With top nominees including Darius Brooks, Jennifer Hudson, Kanye West, Buddy Guy and so many more, who better to host this celebration then our own NBC 5, Entertainment Reporter [...]

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The Quest Continues…

Susan NobleTonight, I continued my search for a ‘bring your own bottle’ restaurant at which to host an ‘Open That Bottle Night’ dinner on Saturday, 24 February.
OTBN was launched in 2000 by Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher, wine reporters with the Wall Street Journal. Everyone seems to have a bottle of wine that they [...]

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Libertyville, Illinois???

Ben Soldinger, NBC5 Street Team (video)

Who would have thought that the sleepy little town of Libertyville, Illinois would transform itself into one of the hottest districts in all of the Chicagoland area! I’ll be spending Thursday and Saturday nights in this town. Tonight, Vance ‘Guitar’ Kelly is playing at the Firkin.(See [...]

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The Bye Week

Peggy Cassidy, NBC5 Street Team (Video)We’re going to the Super Bowl.
I use the plural possessive “we”, as if I somehow achieved something great. I imply that I’m getting on a jet for Miami along with the team … my team. But, more accurate would be the recognition that it was the hardworking and [...]

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THEATRE REVIEW: AUGUST WILSON SOARS!

Patrice Fletcher, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
The Goodman Theatre’s production of RADIO GOLF is the best written – and best acted – play I’ve seen in years. The last in Wilson’s 10-play cycle chronicling the African-American experience throughout the 20th century, it is also the culmination of the theatre’s 20-year relationship with Wilson, which began [...]

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CHICAGO PIZZA AND OVEN GRINDER

Tony Lossano & Amy Zanglin, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Tony from NUDE HIPPO here! My birthday is next week and last night we were making plans on what to do, where to go. I’m simple. An evening at Culver’s for a Butter Burger & Custard Ice Cream Malt is enough for me. However, I told [...]

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Daughtry Rocks Chicago

Irit Silverman NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Former American Idol contestant Chris Daughtry was already making noise on the rock scene before he rolled into Chicago Sunday. He performed a heartfelt rendition of the National Anthem for the NFC Championship game at Soldier Field. Bears fans in the stadium cheered as he belted out “the [...]

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Body Worlds is Back!

Justin Chen, NBC5 Street Team (video)
I missed the first time Body Worlds was here so I was excited to hear that they’re back in town with a new exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. If you’re not familiar with Body Worlds, it’s an educational exhibit that helps you understand how the [...]

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Livin’ It Large at the Mini!

Shlomi Rabi, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
I began thinking about it as soon as I got home. “What is it?” I wondered. I looked in the mirror and felt complete frustration at my forgetfulness. I concentrated as hard as I could, and still, I couldn’t think of it. A total blank. I turned off my [...]

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The Newest "It" Club

Irit Silverman NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Rockit Ranch Productions (Rockit Bar & Grill, Le Passage) have recently launched their newest nightclub: THE UNDERGROUND. Despite a discreet location kept under wraps to the public until recently, the Chicago social scene (and a few celebs) are already swarming to the new hot spot. Inside, a bomb shelter-chic [...]

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We’ll Always Have Paris

Marcus Riley, NBC5 Street Team (video)
Did you see the premiere of American Idol last night? I didn’t. Excuse me if I don’t have a lot of passion for this television phenomenon. Not trying to be a pop cultural snob or anything, it’s just never been my thing.
Despite my disdain for the show, it’s not not [...]

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Volare: Italian Food That’ll Get You High

Jen Boyles, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
“Volare” is the Latin and Italian word for the verb “to fly.”
After visiting this Italian restaurant more than five times since moving to Chicago in July, all I can say about that is grab your parachute. Unassumingly situated on the corner of Grand and 2nd (circa ‘97), it’s most [...]

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Twice the pleasure. Half the price.

Amanda Hunt, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Christmas is over and New Year’s champagne has stopped flowing. Buyer’s remorse has crept in and we won’t even discuss the fact that Valentine’s Day is around the corner and you and your beau just broke up…again. A person could really use some tender loving care – with no strings [...]

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Curse of the Golden Flower

Shlomi Rabi, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
One of the perks of spending the Holidays with my family is the knowledge that there is no reason to employ common sense, reason or logic. None. They make our lives dull. So when we do get together, which happens about once a year, it never gets boring. Even [...]

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Deal Of The Day?

Marcus Riley, NBC5 Street Team (video)
I get a lot of stuff in my email everyday from PR types, pushing their various restaurants, nightclubs and other businesses around town, but this particular one caught my eye.
The James hotel (55 E. Ontario, 312-337-1000) wants to help you “seal the deal forever with that special someone.” The [...]

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Burly Gurly Woman Show

Shlomi Rabi, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Every job has its perks. Working at Whole Foods keeps you healthy and self-righteous. Working at Jewel-Osco keeps you close to all the hangover medications. And if you’re Jewish, working at the animal shelter keeps you happy knowing that there are creatures that are far, far hairier than you. [...]

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WHICH WAY TO SECOND CITY?

Tony Lossano & Amy Zanglin, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Amy from NUDE HIPPO here! Hey Chicago – Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda…
Last night I went to Second City to go watch and support a very good friend of mine, the very talented and funny Megan Grano.
While it was so great watching her finally get to where [...]

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Bandera Baby

Amanda Hunt, NBC5 Street Team (Video)
Cozy, sexy, and quality… no, not your favorite nightie- Bandera Restaurant on 535 N. Michigan Avenue. The rhythm of live jazz and comfort of close costumer service makes you feel right at home, by the fire, with friends you love and an excellent kitchen staff.
This escape provides perfect [...]

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WHO NEEDS TiVo?

Stephen Boal, NBC5 Street Team (video)
Hello, before I change your lives forever, I must explain something. I’m excited to be a part of the NBC5 Street Team, but when I was first asked to join, I will admit I was quite skeptical. Mr. Marcus informed me that the Street Team would be writing about things [...]

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Winter is the new Summer!

Erika and Monika Simmons, NBC5 Street Team, (Video)
Let me start by saying “I LOVE CHICAGO”! I really do. I’ve always been one to go on and on, about the cultural advantages of living in this great city. But each winter season, my loyalty is greatly challenged by the painfully blustery temperatures. I grew up listening [...]

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Gettin’ Ready for OTBN

Susan Noble
For those of you who enjoy wine and like to plan ahead, mark your calendars for Saturday, 24 February, the date of this year’s ‘Open That Bottle Night’.
OTBN was launched in 2000 by Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher, wine reporters with the Wall Street Journal. Everyone seems to have a bottle of [...]

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