and the city is divided by the Chicago River into three geographic sections: the North Side, the South Side and the West Side. These sections surround the city's compact downtown area – the Loop.

Chicago has had plenty of snow that needs shoveling, but not everyone is clearing their sidewalks. According to data from the city's 311 system, the West Town neighborhood has seen the most ...

The railroads first helped put West Chicago on the map. Today residents can still catch a train and ride about 30 miles into downtown Chicago. Courtesy of City of West Chicago Government Racial ...