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Read storyPlan a Chicago Neighborhood Walk Around More Than the Distance
A good neighborhood walk is not necessarily the longest route on the map. It is one with a manageable arrival, places to pause, and a clear way to return if conditions change. Whether you are revisiting a familiar block or meeting a.
THE FRONT PAGECity life & local perspectives
The city looks different from the river.
From Lake Street to the lakefront, the river gives downtown Chicago a different pace and a fresh view of its architecture.
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