Extremely Local News: Congress Theater site remodel to begin in March

Bob Sirott

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:

Decaying Congress Theater Gets More City Money To Start $88 Million Overhaul In March: Funds approved Monday would support the ambitious revival of the 3,500-seat venue that includes 13,000 square feet of retail and office space and 16 affordable apartments.

Christkindlmarket Is The Most Overcrowded Holiday Market In The US, Survey Says: The uber-popular event packs people into Daley Plaza year after year, often with lines around the block.

In New Holiday Rom-com ‘Christmas In Chicago,’ Lincoln Square Is The Star: Local businesses — including Timeless Toys in the square — feature prominently in the to-be-released film by writer/director Mark Nathan.

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