Why Flo & Santos thinks Dave Portnoy's 7.1 should be an 8 | Second Bite Pizza Review
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Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy visited the South Loop to review Flo & Santos, giving their traditional cheese pizza a 7.1 score. The general manager responds to the review, gently noting that "El Pres" might not be fully accustomed to classic Chicago tavern-style thin crust. From their unique Polish-Italian fusion menu to their signature square cuts, here is the "Inside Scoop" on why the restaurant feels their pizza earned a spot closer to an 8.0.

Teen charged in back-to-back attacks on CTA rider, 12-year-old girl downtown

A 15-year-old boy has been charged in connection with two violent attacks that happened within about 30 minutes of each other in downtown Chicago last month.

Chicago staple Manny's Deli broken into overnight
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A break-in attempt overnight left damage at the iconic Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen in Chicago’s South Loop.

Chicago staple Manny's Deli broken into overnight

A break-in attempt overnight left damage at the iconic Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen in Chicago’s South Loop.

Suspect charged after seriously injuring two men in South Loop beating: police

An Illinois man has been charged with aggravated battery after beating and seriously injuring two men in the South Loop, according to Chicago police.

McDonald’s secures naming rights for Chicago Fire’s new stadium
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Chicago Fire FC executive Dave Baldwin discusses the new partnership with McDonald's, which includes naming rights for the club’s stadium in The 78 and expanded community initiatives across Chicago.

Smash-and-grab burglaries hit Blue Island, South Loop businesses overnight
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Business owners in Blue Island and Chicago’s South Loop are dealing with another round of overnight smash-and-grab break-ins. Police say thieves targeted a gaming café and a dispensary, as concerns grow over repeat crimes and their impact on small businesses.

Smash-and-grab caught on camera at Chicago cannabis store, suspects on the run
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Chicago police are searching for a group of suspects caught on camera smashing their way into a South Loop cannabis store early Monday. (Video credit: Grasshopper Club) 

Romeca Blackmon murder: Woman accused in South Loop killing returns to court

The woman accused of murdering a mother in Chicago’s South Loop last September was due back in court Wednesday, as her attorneys continue fighting for her release.

Bears stadium debate: New Soldier Field proposal includes dome, entertainment district

As the Chicago Bears weigh potential moves to Arlington Heights or Northwest Indiana, a new proposal is pitching a different future — keeping the team at Soldier Field with a major overhaul of the historic stadium.

Chicago police warn of fraudulent donation scheme

Chicago police are warning the public of a recent scam seeking donations after a tragic event in the South Loop and Near South Side.