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• Kent Rose hits 50 years in Chicago country music

  14-02-2024 21:48 via chicagoreader.com
  
  In 2021, the Secret History of Chicago Music covered suburban garage band the Peep Show, as part of my mission to write about every one of Chicagoland’s obscure 60s garage bands. Several Peep Show members turned out to be lifers, including Kent Rose, who’s still making music today. He’s worn so many different hats in […]
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• Chicago Black Restaurant Week Celebrates Flavor, Culture and Community

  14-02-2024 16:00
  
  One of the most eagerly awaited events on Chicago’s culinary calendar has officially kicked off — Chicago Black Restaurant Week. From Feb. 11-25, this two-week extravaganza promises a delectable journey through the diverse and flavorful offerings of the city’s Black-owned restaurants.
  Events and Themed Days to Spice Up Your Experience
  This year, Chicago Black Restaurant Week goes beyond merely showcasing a rich tapestry of culinary delights offered by some of our finest Black d
  
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• The Carr Report: How much should you have saved for retirement at every age?

  14-02-2024 14:00
  
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  There’s a popular meme floating around on social media that states, “I have enough money saved to live comfortably for the rest of my life. If I die by Thursday.”
  When I post this meme, it gets a lot of reactions and comments. Why? Because for the average person, the statement is funny with a dash of truth. Most people can relate.
  The average person is grossly undersaving for retirement. According to Vanguard’s “How Americans Save 2023&rdquo
  
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• Mayor Johnson Announces City’s Termination of ShotSpotter Contract

  14-02-2024 14:00
  
  The city of Chicago will end its relationship with ShotSpotter after the summer ends, announced Mayor Brandon Johnson. 
  On Tuesday morning, the mayor released a statement saying that the city would not renew its contract with SoundThinking, the company behind the gun detection technology, which was set to expire on Friday. He also said the city will fully end its use of it on Sept. 22. 
  “During the interim period, law enforcement and other community safety stakeholders will asses
  
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