We jest, we jest; there's no indication that the final agreement wasn't anything other than amicable. But Reel Chicago is reporting that Chicago's Flashpoint Media Arts Academy has a new name after Robert De Niro and Jane Rosenthal's New York-based Tribeca Enterprises became a 50% partner in the school. Now known as Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy, the institution has a cutting edge film/entertainment training facility located smack dab in the Loop, comprising 75,000-square feet of space on two floors. more ›

The Dusk til Dawn Cultural and Artistic Celebration that is Looptopia is upon us once again. Even though last year was sort of a let down, there was still plenty of cool stuff that happened and we've got hopes this year will be better, especially after officials said they'd scale things down and be better prepared for the crowd. Bank of America or no Bank of America, the show must go on. For a full schedule, click here or pick up one of their comprehensive brochures at various business establishments around the Loop. We're keeping an eye on the the weather and hoping it doesn't throw too big of a wrench into plans. more ›