Extremely Local News: Why did CTA get rid of Red Line’s ‘slow zone?’

Bob Sirott

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

After CTA Eliminates Red Line ‘Slow Zone,’ Noise Has Become Unbearable For Uptown Residents: Neighbors on Kenmore Avenue between the Sheridan and Wilson Red Line stops say track improvements have allowed the southbound train to go significantly faster — and rumble significantly louder.

One Summer Chicago A ‘Huge Help’ For Local Businesses — And The Young People They Employ: “I am getting experience in the workforce, and it’s a way to have my own money to support my family and learn new skills,” one intern said.

Chicago Performer’s Terrible Portraits Have Become A Hit: ‘I Have No Plan To Get Better’: Logan Square farmers market attendees are flocking to a table in the boulevard to have their portrait drawn by Jacob Ryan Reno for $5 — and he’s “bewildered” as to why.

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