Although not even open a full year, BiXi Beer (pronounced Bee-shee) has already garnered a … Continue Reading
Featured Articles
Fighting the Status Quo: A Conversation with Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa
As 35th Ward alderman, Carlos Ramirez- Rosa has stood up to both entrenched politicians and powerful developers on behalf of working people, families, immigrants and other residents of the ward. We spoke to him to get the latest on his campaign ahead of the election.
Meet Daniel La Spata: A Conversation with 1st Ward Aldermanic Candidate
Get to know Daniel La Spata, 1st ward aldermanic candidate to see where he stands on zoning, transparency and the biggest issue right now — affordable housing.
Where to Spend Valentine’s Day in Logan Square
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s, Galentine’s, or Valenguy’s Day, spend Feb. 14 with someone you love, in the neighborhood that you love.
Candidates Promise to Vote No on Mega TIF Bonds at LSNA Aldermanic Forum
Aldermanic candidates from various wards in the neighborhood banded together to vote no in projects like Lincoln Yards and abolishing the gang database.
Young American Bar is Here to Serve You Late-Night Healthy Plates and CBD-Infused Drinks
Have you tried that Goth Bread yet from Young American?
Neighborhood
What’s Going on in Logan: February
We’ve survived the coldest day on record and hibernated as much as humanly possible in one … Continue Reading
New Year, New You: 8 Self-Care Spots to Put You First
As we come back to reality following the New Year's celebrations and settle into the cloudy … Continue Reading
Under Community Agreement, Hotel Developer Commits to Hiring Local Workforce to Represent Longtime Latinx Residents
Logan Square residents making at least $17 per hour will serve as the predominant workforce … Continue Reading
Food + Drink
Where to Spend Valentine’s Day in Logan Square
Whether you're celebrating Valentine's, Galentine's, or Valenguy's Day, spend Feb. 14 with … Continue Reading
Young American Bar is Here to Serve You Late-Night Healthy Plates and CBD-Infused Drinks
After over a year (but what really feels like a lot longer), Lula Cafe and Billy Sunday have … Continue Reading
The Native Bartenders Compete in Slane Whiskey’s Irish Coffee Showdown
On Jan. 16, some of Chicago’s best bartenders competed to make the tastiest Irish Coffee … Continue Reading
Have A Cup of Cheer: Where To Find More Hot Cocktails For Winter
The holidays are behind us and now...it's just...winter. Ugh, right? But before you let that … Continue Reading
Arts + Entertainment
Neighborhood Landscapes by Local Artist on Display at Buona Terra
A few weeks ago I was on a Facebook group page for illustrators, where people from around … Continue Reading
Monsters From a Non-Existent World: Local Artist Examines ‘Hybrid’ Evolution
Tucked away in an unassuming Logan Square apartment building is a portal to another world. … Continue Reading
Comfort Station Awarded $50K Grant For International Arts Exchange
Last November, neighborhood staple Comfort Station received a $50,000 grant from the John D. … Continue Reading
Playwright, Actress Sandra Delgado Wins $25K 3Arts Award
For Sandra Delgado, theater has always felt right. She felt it onstage as a student at Niles … Continue Reading
Business
Your Happy Place Liquors Seeks Community Support to Grow Business
How many liquor boutique-art galleries have you heard of? Your Happy Place Liquors (2501 N. … Continue Reading
How Diversey Wine’s Bradford Taylor Fell in Love with ‘Pre-Industrial’ Natural Wines
I like wine. But, if I’m being honest, despite a good many years of experience, my knowledge … Continue Reading
Sinai Health System’s Refugee Program to Move to Logan Square
With ever-tightening immigration policies and a dip in refugees admitted into the United … Continue Reading
New Design Studio Wants to Be a Hub For Professional Empowerment
Free parking, free hot chocolate, three bathrooms and a spacious kitchen fool you into … Continue Reading
Politics
Meet Daniel La Spata: A Conversation with 1st Ward Aldermanic Candidate
With the aldermanic elections just around the corner, the 1st ward boasts a tight race between incumbent Proco Joe Moreno and up-and-comer Daniel La Spata. At LoganSquarist, we’ve compiled a list of … Continue Reading
Fighting the Status Quo: A Conversation with Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa
As 35th Ward alderman, Carlos Ramirez-Rosa has stood up to both entrenched politicians and powerful developers on behalf of working people, families, immigrants and other residents of the ward. A … Continue Reading
History
New Photo Book by Logan Square Preservation President Shares Layers of Neighborhood History
Andrew Schneider, President of Logan Square Preservation (LSP), gave a fascinating and entertaining lecture Nov. 15 about his book "Images in America (Logan Square)" at the Logan Square … Continue Reading
Radlers in Logan: Ignaz Schwinn and the Rise of Cycling Culture
Cycling culture continues to make inroads, both globally and in our little corner of the Midwest. Massive bicycling infrastructure plans have been implemented in cities such as London and Paris. And … Continue Reading