Using Google My Maps and data from the Chicago data portal, the map below was created to show the ward boundaries in Chicago, as well as the number of potholes that have been patched in each ward. The map shows every pothole patched in the Chicago area between July 2018- March 2nd 2020. This mapContinue reading “Chicago Potholes Patched in Each Ward”
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Google Trends: Most Popular Chicago Sports Team and Coronavirus Beats all Democratic Candidates
Infectious Politics The Democratic candidacy race has been heating up in recent weeks as we draw nearer and nearer to the inevitable election night. However, recently the Coronavirus has taken up most media attention, due to its increase in prevalence and incurable nature. When taking a look at Google trends to compare the number ofContinue reading “Google Trends: Most Popular Chicago Sports Team and Coronavirus Beats all Democratic Candidates”
Chinatown Gentrification: Advancement or Displacement?
By Quanzi Wan, Marimar Gutierrez and Myles Franklin-Bey Gentrification is a phenomenon that has been impacting urban cities since the 1970s. Janet Smith, the co-director of the Nathalie P. Voorhees for Neighborhood and Community Improvement at the University of Illinois in Chicago, said gentrification is directly connected with displacement or the forcing out of theseContinue reading “Chinatown Gentrification: Advancement or Displacement?”
10 Winter Events/Destinations in Chicago 2019
With the temperatures beginning to fall in Chicago beach day becomes a little less of a realistic option. Although Chicago is known for its wind and cold winter temperatures, the city still provides many events and attractions during the cold months to keep residents and tourists entertained. I was able to use Google MyMaps inContinue reading “10 Winter Events/Destinations in Chicago 2019”
The Pilsen Murals are More Than Just “Art”
When taking a walk or drive down 16th street in the Chicago neighborhood Pilsen the murals immediately catch the eye. Mural/Memorial Made in Honor of Marlen Ochoa-Lopez This mural is one of the more beautifully done murals on 16th street, but it has a very ugly story behind it. Marlen Ochoa Lopez befriended a ladyContinue reading “The Pilsen Murals are More Than Just “Art””
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