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596 articles (Last updated September 2, 2010)
Hoops in the Hood: More than a game 9/2/2010
The fourth annual Cross-City Tournament emphasized teamwork, sportsmanship and safe streets.
Hoops takes to the streets in North Lawndale 8/20/2010
LCDC brings B-Ball program out of the gym and into a more public, overt role in slam-dunking crime and gang activity.
Inspiration Corp. breaks new ground in East Garfield 8/6/2010
The community will get an affordable new restaurant -- and culinary training for those who need job skills.
Hot town enjoys Hoops, markets, festivals 8/6/2010
Summer in the city has meant no shortage of outdoor activities in NCP neighborhoods.
Fruits, vegetables and community 8/6/2010
Farmers markets and street festivals liven up NCP neighborhoods.
Microbusinesses survive in tough times 7/23/2010
Microbusinesses employing no more than five people in NCP neighborhoods are fighting the economic tide to survive and even thrive amidst recession with help from small business loans from non-traditional sources.
Vixen brings Hollywood Blvd. to Division St. 7/23/2010
Vixen Beauty Lounge gives women (and some men) Hollywood glamour in a sleek modern setting.
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NCP in the News
Peapod helps wash out Chicago's food desert
Chicago Sun-Times, 7/27/2010
SIGN OF THE TIMES
Chicago Sun-Times, 7/1/2010
Rosa Parks Apartments Finished
Chicago Sun-Times, 6/17/2010
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