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Think of all of the Hyatt hotels we can build for JB now that we don’t have to worry about some dumb football stadium.

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where’s the best place to find a two week rental near Wicker in July? AirBnB prices are insane.

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Never seen a group of people struggle more with the concept of forming a line than the average Metra rider. How is it you dorks ride these trains multiple days a week and still can't seem to figur… more

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The fact that the candidate running for LA mayor started crying after she lost is further proof that she was never fit for the job.

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Any transplant New Yorkers / Knicks fans know of any good gamewatch bars for the finals? Racine Plumbing, the old go to for NY teams, sadly went out of business.

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Anyone actually support Brandon Johnson?

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I wonder what Jesus would think about 45 elected officials taking a taxpayer funded trip to Europe.

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Best neighborhoods / apartment buildings in Chicago? Thinking West Loop, Fulton Market, South Loop, and River North. Budget is 1,400-2,000 for a studio or 1 bed

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Mayor Johnson urges parents to know where their children are after 5 Chicago police officers were hit by a car while breaking up a “teen takeover” on the Near West Side. Glad to see Mayor Johnson is taking this issue… more

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I recently drove past the Obama Library. That thing looks straight out of a Star Wars Imperial blue print.

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Not trying to rage bait or anything like that. I’m genuinely curious. Is 150K a good salary for a single man in Chicago?

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Anyone here work at Google on their Finance teams? If so, do you recommend it and how’s the work life balance / culture?

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Anybody work at Huron Consulting Group? Just finished my final round interview, got good feedback from the recruiter, but they said they still need to interview a couple more candidates. What was your… more

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Social experiment.

I enjoy going out and meeting people. I’m not a citizen, so I can’t vote. But women often ask who I voted for, so I started testing different answers.

I used three responses:

1. I voted for Kamala
2. I voted for Tru… more

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Where are ppl buying single family homes in the city? We have an HHI of $325K, and are struggling to ID a neighborhood. Thanks!

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Hello, if you have a low nose bridge, where do you like to buy your eyeglasses?

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Recently moved to Chicago and looking to buy Bears tickets when they release to see a game. Never been to Soldier Field. Any recommendations on sections/levels/seating or side of the stadium I should … more

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I have superday for associate 3 with William Blair Tech-Enabled Services in Chicago. Any insight into the culture/hours of the group?

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CPS should’ve given students an alternative option to protest King Pritzker and the people who put them in danger every day and never teach them.

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Is there a group for Consumer Product Developers in Chicagoland here?
Strings within this group? #noob #wondering

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Representative Lines should not be drawn along racial lines. It was wrong when they did it in the 50s it is still wrong today. The message needs to be economic. Not racial.

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Help! Anyone have recommendation for a trusted and successful medical malpractice lawyer in Chicago? Thanks!

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Any recommendations for IL divorce attorneys (preferably female and experience handling DV)? Thank you!

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What does Brandon Johnson’s youth peacekeeper program do other than put more unarmed children in the line of fire?

Are they expected to stand in front of a 17 year old with a Draco and explain to them why they need to… more

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Employees, Customers Robbed At Gunpoint Inside 24-Hour River North Diner, Police Say
Three armed men entered Griddle 24 early Thursday, took cash from the register and people inside, and fled in a black sedan, police said.
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Does anyone have any experience with working at Ulta Beauty’s corporate office? Hard to feel out a vibe for the corporate culture when many reviews are for those working in retail locations. Ulta Beau… more

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I moved to Chicago out of college (8 years ago) and have lived here since. Have a pretty cushy life and am well settled.

But starting to feel that I may be holding myself back career wise by not moving to a tech h… more

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Moving to Chicago from out of state. Anyone have any recommendations for movers?

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Let’s go Brandon! You got this!

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When did the city become so full of dickheads? Everywhere I look it's nothing but self-centered morons and rich yuppies sucking the fun out of anything resembling culture in this city.

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With Chateau closed, is there anywhere else to get frozen Czech bread dumplings?

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Hi all - looking for a beautiful 2 bed 2 bath corner lake-facing apartment on the 40th floor in Streeterville? Im moving out and am looking for someone to take over our 12-month lease starting mid May (lease start ca… more

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been doing a lot of reflecting and with the push of AI usage it really makes me worry about the future for my job and career path. i don't have a degree but have worked in banking over 20 years an… more

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Currently in background checks for a company i worked at years ago for only 2 months. Ultimately left because of family issues and left it off my resume because it doesnt really align with my current … more

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Anyone hired an in home private chef for a special occasion? How did it go? Do they clean up too? Any recommendations for one?

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Any recommendations for a company that does curtains and/or blinds? Not sure how much to expect to pay for each “standard” window, so would appreciate any you felt had honest and transparent pricing

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Could someone please point me to somewhere that refurbishes vintage designer bags (old/worn leather) ?

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What’s the scent of new apartments? They often have a scent that smells summery and fresh when you move in, does anyone know the brand?

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Anyone has good hairdresser recommendations in Chicago for balayage/highlights and hair cut? Budget friendly please 😁

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Honest question for HR folks in tech and finance.

Do 6–7 rounds of interviews, case studies, coding sessions, and take-home projects actually lead to better hires?

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