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Pilsen Blaze Injures 2
July 3, 2010 | by Chicago Breaking News Center
A Chicago firefighter and a teen were slightly injured in an extra-alarm fire at a three-story apartment building in the Pilsen neighborhood on the Near West Side. The teen, a 14-year-old boy who had to be rescued by firefighters from the first floor from the building where the fire started, suffered a minor leg injury and was taken to the University of Illinois Medical Center at Chicago for treatment, fire officials said. continue reading »
Ghost Signs
June 30, 2010 | by Kristy Means
Pilsen is a fascinating playground of both architecture and history for even those mildly interested in Chicago's past. Ghost signs are tangible pieces of history that allow for some detective work, which is part of the reason why I enjoy research so much. continue reading »
Pilsen - 12th District Most Wanted Fugitives
June 11, 2010 | by HS News Staff
The following fugitives are wanted by the Chicago Police Department, anyone with information regarding these individuals should call 911 or the Wanted Tipline beneath the photos.
… continue reading »Tax Incentives for Historic Preservation
June 11, 2010 | by Kristy Means
With the largest National Register Historic District in the state, the community of Pilsen has great potential to beautify its historically significant housing stock by taking advantage of the tax incentives offered. continue reading »
Pilsen’s Chicago Public School Health Centers Tackling Community Needs
April 26, 2010 | by Northwestern University
Five Chicago Public School health centers in Logan Square, Pilsen, Auburn Gresham and Kenwood are providing health services ranging from physical exams to immunizations and mental health intervention. continue reading »
Pilsen Car Crash Injures 5
April 26, 2010 | by CBS News
A motorist was charged with DUI following an early Saturday crash that left five people seriously injured in the Pilsen neighborhood. continue reading »
Preservation Pilsen: Jens Jensen Was Here
April 26, 2010 | by Kristy Means
I never consciously noticed landscape or gardening until I started my preservation career as an intern in New York City. Whenever I got a chance, I would take the train… continue reading »
