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2 weeks ago | 
abc7.com | Jayme Nicholas |Cheryl Burton
This is the story behind Chicago Black hair innovator Luster Products. Fred B. Luster started it all from the trunk of his car.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
abc13.com | Jayme Nicholas
CHICAGO -- Windy City Pro Wrestling is looking to body slam its way into the hearts of Chicago-area wrestling fans. "Scientists have said every time a wrestler falls on the mat, it is the equivalent of getting into a rear-end collision at 30 miles per hour," owner James Duck said. Duck is bringing thrilling pro wrestling back to Chicagoland. He's a North Side of Chicago native, who wrestled in high school and beyond, and is inspired by Hulk Hogan.
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Nov 8, 2024 | 
abc7.com | Jayme Nicholas |William Dufner
ByJayme Nicholas & William Blake DufnerFriday, November 8, 2024 9:31PMChicago's Music Box Theatre is a portal to the pastThe Music Box theater in Lakeview, Chicago is a portal to the past. It includes 70 mm film screenings and even a live organist. CHICAGO -- Ninety five years ago, majestic movie palaces graced Chicago neighborhoods. They were both beautiful and elaborate, and many had magnificent organs and organists, making movie-going a magical experience.
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Sep 25, 2024 | 
abc7.com | Jayme Nicholas |John Owens
CHICAGO -- Since his parents opened Irazu Restaurant 34 years ago, Henry Cerdas has noticed one thing about the patrons of the staple of Chicago's Bucktown neighborhood. "Our diners always seem happy," Cerdas said. "That's because they know that after 34 years, we are consistently delicious."Irazu is also unique to the city. It's the only Costa Rican restaurant in Chicago and a primary destination for those seeking authentic Central American cuisine.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
abc7.com | Jayme Nicholas
ByJayme NicholasTuesday, August 13, 2024 1:41AMIn its 100 years, Margie's Candies has been enjoyed by Al Capone, The Beatles, and even Meryl Streep. Its ice cream creations and homemade candy keep Chicagoans coming back. CHICAGO -- If you're a Chicagoan, chances are you've experienced the decadent pleasures of Margie's, an old- fashioned ice cream and candy restaurant. Margie's Candies is a tried-and-true Chicago original.
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May 31, 2024 | 
flipboard.com | Jayme Nicholas
6 hours agoMeanwhile, Angelina and her youngest daughter, Vivienne, stepped out in LA. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter Shiloh is dropping “Pitt” from her legal name. Per documents obtained by TMZ, Shiloh filed a petition to become Shiloh Jolie on May 27, which is the day she turned 18. Brad and …
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May 31, 2024 | 
abc7.com | Jayme Nicholas
ByJayme NicholasFriday, May 31, 2024 6:44PMDoctors, teachers, and professionals in their personal lives, Amaya Performing Arts' members are united in their love of Indian dance and culture. CHICAGO -- Ameya Performing Arts is a Bollywood dance company founded by seven Indian women in 2016.
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Mar 29, 2024 | 
abc7.com | Jayme Nicholas |Karen Jordan
ByJayme Nicholas & Karen JordanFriday, March 29, 2024 4:20PMThe goal of The Happiness Club is to give kids a safe space to learn how to sing, dance, rap, write music and celebrate happiness. CHICAGO -- Tanji Harper, the artistic director of the Happiness Club says, "I don't care your size, your color, your gender, I want you to feel safe and celebrated."The Happiness Club is a performing arts organization but it is also a club. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7.
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Mar 29, 2024 | 
abc7news.com | Jayme Nicholas |Karen Jordan
CHICAGO -- Tanji Harper, the artistic director of the Happiness Club says, "I don't care your size, your color, your gender, I want you to feel safe and celebrated."The Happiness Club is a performing arts organization but it is also a club. </center>Tanji's goal is to give kids a safe space to learn how to sing, dance, rap, write music and celebrate happiness. She helps the kids understand that happiness is a choice, and that once you find it for yourself you can spread it to others.
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Mar 29, 2024 | 
abc7ny.com | Jayme Nicholas |Karen Jordan
CHICAGO -- Tanji Harper, the artistic director of the Happiness Club says, "I don't care your size, your color, your gender, I want you to feel safe and celebrated."The Happiness Club is a performing arts organization but it is also a club. </center>Tanji's goal is to give kids a safe space to learn how to sing, dance, rap, write music and celebrate happiness. She helps the kids understand that happiness is a choice, and that once you find it for yourself you can spread it to others.
