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I have looked around on the internet but I have been unable to find any information about jury duty in Chicago let alone specifically at 2650 S. California Avenue (isn't that where the Cook County prison is?) The summons to appear lists a bunch of details and says "BRING CHANGE... continue reading on Chicagoist

Dear Ask Chicagoist, Why are the bus shelters disappearing? I live in the South Loop and, one by one, the shelters are being spirited off and the cement is re-paved. The shelters were horrible and didn't protect against wind, rain or snow, but they were better than nothing. Thanks in... continue reading on Chicagoist

Dear Chicagoist, Our co-worker has been eating sardines and oysters on salad as part of some low-carb diet and now there's this rotten fish stench that extends far beyond her corner. We think we've identified her padded lunch carry-all thing as the source of the ongoing problem (while she... continue reading on Chicagoist

Dear Ask Chicagoist, I once heard that the water shooting out of Buckingham Fountain is actually pumped in from out of state... maybe even from Georgia or something like that? Is this true? And, if so, why pump water in from elsewhere when the lake is so close? Thanks, Walter... continue reading on Chicagoist

I live close to Wrigley and heard rumors that streets will be closed for the Jimmy Buffett shows this weekend. I just want to be prepared for all the parrotheads and margaritas...any info? I may need get a hotel downtown for the weekend - just in case! Thanks for the... continue reading on Chicagoist