Sid to University: Suggestions to Reduce Crime in Hyde Park

These are some new suggestions from me to the University, to try to reduce crime in Hyde Park, both to residents and to University people.

Hyde Park Does Not Have an Alderman!!!

Chicago needs an equitable system of geographic representation of each of its 77 communities, in the City Council!

The Buck Stops Here, Mayor Lightfoot

The Mayor MUST Act Now to Have "Northside" Programs in Place in ALL CHICAGO'S Schools and Parks for the Teens of Chicago!!!

Hyde Park: Let Us Declare Our Independence from Chicago! ... Opinion

Hyde Park has THREE and not ONE Alderman. This is not acceptable. -- Opinion of Patch Mayor Sid Colton

Opinion: You Must Join Social Media, President Alivisatos!

The long era of The University of Chicago conducting its business in near-secret must end: UofC must join social media, enthusiastically!

News on the possible non-use of Paxlovid for those with COVID

Dr. Robert Colton of Boca Raton Florida reports that Paxlovid may itself cause a "rebound" re-appearance of your Covid disease on day 12

Governor Pritzer: It is an emergency, and you must declare it

Opinion: Governor Pritzer must today declare an emergency and must immediately remove all semi-automatic guns from gun stores of Illinois

Want A Gorgeous Garden? Here’s How Much Landscaping The Hyde Park Area Costs

This season, make your dreams of a freshly manicured lawn or a flower-filled yard a reality when you hire a top-rated landscaper.

Why Termite Inspections In The Hyde Park Area Are Worth Every Penny

An ounce of prevention can save you lots of money in the long run and keep your home safe from damage.

How Much Would A Good Home Cleaning Cost In The Hyde Park Area?

Top-rated cleaning professionals are available to help get your house next-level clean.

Hyde Park Resident Directs Interrupted 2020 Production, Middle Passage

Ilesa Duncan Directs Middle Passage at Lifeline Theatre, April 24-June 5

Hyde Park Resident Stars in Porchlight's Spring Awakening

Ariana Burks Stars in Tony-Award Winning Musical, Spring Awakening at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts, April 23-May 29.

Mrs. Zelensky Writes to the World

She Writes, "We need those in power to close our sky! Close the sky, and we will manage the war on the ground ourselves."

Humanity Is One

A Penpal of Mine in Nigeria Finally Gets His Covid Vaccination

Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cook County.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Cook County and across IL.

Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Cook County and across IL.

Hyde Park-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Cook County.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

The Chicago Ensemble Celebrates 45th Anniversary in Hyde Park

The Chicago Ensemble Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Hyde Park concert featuring Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, February 20.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Cook County and across IL.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Hyde Park Area

Here is updated data on which hospitals are closest to capacity in Cook County.

How Close Are Hyde Park Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Cook County and across IL.

Hyde Park Native Director for Chicago's “Wellesley Girl”

Hyde Park Native James Fleming is the director of “Wellesley Girl” at Chicago's Compass Theatre, running January 7 – February 5

Coronavirus Cases Down Recently In Cook County: CDC

Cook County has "high" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.

Hyde Park-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Update

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Help Find Foxy the 12 lb Dog!

Foxy "escaped" from 69th & Stoney, HP Animal Hospital boarding, Sunday morning. Call (708) 704-8606 if you see Foxy!

102 ... 3:30pm Memorial Program for Timuel Black Is Here

Livestream is available to all. This event is sold-out. Mayor, Governor, and Jesse jackson to speak.

Cook County Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in Cook County.

Hyde Park Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Hyde Park area high schools.

Hyde Park-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Cook County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

SID'S NEW DAILY COLUMN: Top Five News Story Links THIS MORNING!

Starting today I will be listing FIVE NEWS STORIES that are most useful for Hyde Parkers to know about. YOUR COMMENTS ARE ESSENTIAL! -Sid

A "speedy trial" needs to NOW be "no more than a six-month wait"

Judges across America have been freeing those charged with violent crimes, for $100 bond. This must stop: We TODAY need a 28th Amendment.

Opinion of Sid: How to Complain Successfully to Comcast/Xfinity!

I always write to the head of an offending corporation: The odds of getting a better response go way up! Here is my example for today!

​Linda S. Rothstein nee Smith

The memorial service will be Monday 11AM at 1700 E. 56th St., Chicago.

Cook County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Cook County compares to the U.S.

Gun Violence in Hyde Park: An Open Letter to President Alivisatos

"a matter of the life or death of our Hyde Park Neighborhood ... We need your help."

Blood Donations Needed In Hyde Park Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Hyde Park area soon.

Opinion: Mayor, Bring in Some National Guard Citizen-Soldiers

An Open Letter from Sid Colton to the President of The University of Chicago