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The rise of AI porn chat sites in the last several years, especially those designed to simulate romantic or erotic connections, signals more than just a shift in how we relate to technology, it touches on something deeply human: the desire to be seen, heard, and wanted. Whether you’re texting a synt
The rise of AI porn chat sites in the last several years, especially those designed to simulate romantic or erotic connections, signals more than just a shift in how we relate to technology, it touches on something deeply human: the desire to be seen, heard, and wanted. Whether you’re texting
Mayor Zohran Mamdani is getting praise for presenting a budget that estimates expenses more accurately than his predecessor, Mayor Eric Adams. But his plan to balance that budget — which anticipates a Wall Street-driven boost to tax revenues, possible draw-downs of the city’s reserves and an across-
Changing Channels, through 4/12 at City Lit Theater The post The ‘Red Scare’ and the small screen appeared first on Chicago Reader.
Changing Channels, through 4/12 at City Lit Theater The post The ‘Red Scare’ and the small screen appeared first on Chicago Reader.
Members of the Hasidic Jewish community gathered outside of the Chabad Lubavitch world headquarters, where a man was arrested after repeatedly crashing his car into a door. Police investigated the incident as a possible hate crime. Some hate crime experts say the new reporting method is less transpa
The city's aggressive push to roll out standardized trash bins has faced some supply chain hiccups. The city plans to begin issuing fines in June ranging from $50 to $200 to homeowners who don’t use official city bins for their trash. But thousands of people who ordered the bins still haven't receiv
Since its launch as an online publication in 2023, Roadhouse Magazine has been covering Chicago’s independent rock and punk scene. Its turf includes classic-rock lovers Damager, good-vibes queer pop-punks Pinksqueeze, and art-punk imps Background Character, who often play at venues such as Gman Tave
Since its launch as an online publication in 2023, Roadhouse Magazine has been covering Chicago’s independent rock and punk scene. Its turf includes classic-rock lovers Damager, good-vibes queer pop-punks Pinksqueeze, and art-punk imps Background Character, who often play at venues such as Gman Tave
Mayor Zohran Mamdani The mayor is ordering a six-month suspension in order to review the controversial system and add homeowner protections. [ more › ]
Hoppers in wide release in theaters The post Review: Hoppers appeared first on Chicago Reader.
Sirāt in limited release in theaters The post Review: Sirāt appeared first on Chicago Reader.
Hoppers in wide release in theaters The post Review: <i>Hoppers</i> appeared first on Chicago Reader.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani A Council bill with majority support would revive the once-controversial "third-party transfer" program. [ more › ]
A controversial program to take derelict buildings away from negligent landlords may get a revamp. The Third Party Transfer program, created in 1996, took buildings from landlords who were behind on either property taxes or water bills, and had amassed a significant amount of housing violations. Run
Two men accused of throwing improvised explosive devices during a protest outside Gracie Mansion on Saturday were inspired by the terror group The Islamic State, or ISIS, and wanted to kill more people than the Boston Marathon bombing, according to the multi-count federal complaint released Monday.
City Councilmember Frank Morano is a vocal critic of the planned shelter. The shelter, which is projected to open in mid-2027, would serve adult men and would be located at 4934 Arthur Kill Road in Tottenville. [ more › ]
Scaffolding near the corner of Broadway and Wall Street in 2017. The mayor said the new rules would particularly open up NYCHA campuses, where buildings are tall and open grounds are shared by residents. [ more › ]
The sign near an entrance to the Rikers Island jail complex. A new report released by advocates outlines the significant benefits of transforming Rikers into a renewable energy hub and wastewater treatment center. [ more › ]
ICE agents during the arrest of a Columbia student. The video comports with statements previously provided by the NYPD. [ more › ]
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