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Hey Chicago – You’re Being Watched. A lot.

Mike — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:10:40 +0000

As a Chicagoan, it turns out that you’re one of the most watched people in the country. And it’s going to get even more intense.

Impressive Chicago Cubs Mural

Mike — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:30:31 +0000

Wow – this is pretty cool. Apparently this guy is available for hire.

Bill Murray Feels Rejected

Mike — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:36:13 +0000

Just in time for baseball season, here’s a great clip from the Chicago Cubs’ 1984 playoff run (disaster). Bill Murray, famous Chicagoan and Cubs fan feels a little let down, as he reveals his tongue-in-cheek efforts to sing the national anthem. Don’t worry Bill – there’s always next year!

The Beatles Visit Chicago, 9/5/1964

Mike — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:48:09 +0000

Once upon a time, The Beatles came to Chicago. Here’s some video, including audio of interviews with Lennon and McCartney surrounding a controversy over their arrival and clips from the performance. The concert took place at the Chicago International Amphitheatre on September 5, 1964.

Via rainbowsandwar.

And if you like this one, there’s another collection of clips from this concert in color.

Amazing Graffiti Art in Chicago

Mike — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:04:28 +0000

This group is called Ironlak and they’re all over the country creating public – albeit illegal – art. There’s some real talent here. Damn those Graffiti Busters! What do you think, should this stuff be sanctioned? Maybe in some public places dedicated to street art? Or does that take away from its allure?

Mike Royko Talks Softball at “The Goat”

Mike — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:04:29 +0000

Enjoy this clip of legendary Sun-Times columnist Mike Royko discusses his favorite past time – Chicago’s own 16-inch softball.

The History of Chicago Pizza

Mike — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:03:10 +0000

Chicago’s deep dish pizza has a storied history behind it. And of course, the great pizza debate continues to rage with New York.

Lightning Strikes the Sears Tower

Mike — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:03:04 +0000

Spring has officially arrived in Chicago, and that means thunder and lightning is on the way. Here’s some incredible footage of the Sears Tower being struck several times, back in 2007.

Via allenchitown.

Building The Chicago Hot Dog

Mike — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:37:01 +0000

Awesome stop-motion video of how a Chicago-style hot dog is built. That’s right … get outta here, Ketchup.

Brought to us by Chicago Hot Dog.

Chicago’s Violence is Out-of-hand

Mike — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:34:57 +0000

Chicago is currently experiencing a serious problem with violent crime, especially murder, especially on our young citizens. This well-done video chronicles the problem.

via RebelTommy1965