The toughest game in town
Article Abstract:
McCormick Place in Chicago, an economic hub whose impact flows through the city's hospitality, retail and tourism industries, underwent an $850 million expansion with the aim of reshaping and rebuilding architecture, culture and commerce in the area. Although convention center officials are promising good prospects, news of bid-rigging, union workers with connections to Mob links and loss of annual state subsidy are raising doubts whether the center would be capable to meet its goals.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 2004
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The lost don
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A complete profile account is presented on the life and misdeeds of Joseph Lombardo, also known as 'the clown', who headed the Chicago gang called the Outfit. Joseph Lombardo is actually a killer who not only remains untraceable by the FBI, but is also the ultimate link to a disappearing group of criminals.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 2005
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Paradise lost
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The impending loss of a popular softball field to real estate development in Hainesville, Illinois is described. Softball City boasts 4 diamonds and a sports bar on its 14-acre complex, and has been home to 400 teams since 1988.
Publication Name: Chicago
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0362-4595
Year: 2001
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