a group of award-winning property management and real estate firms announces that applications are available now for Logan Square Residences a 63-unit affordable housing community for persons aged 55 and older located at 1201 River Street in Hyde Park Logan Square Residences features 63 one-bedroom one-bath apartments within a four-story building The apartment complex also offers resident services and social programming in coordination with outside gencies The ground floor includes commercial space The Logan Square offers a peaceful residential setting with convenient access to local shops It’s the perfect balance of neighborhood tranquility and urban accessibility “We’re excited to announce availability at Logan Square Residences,” said Melissa Fish-Crane principal and CEO of The Peabody Companies “With both an aging population and rapidly increasing house prices affordable apartments for seniors are highly needed We’re proud to offer this remarkable community to eligible applicants and look forward to welcoming them to their new home.” demonstrating a remarkable blend of quality service and expertise underscores a deep commitment to enhancing resident experiences by focusing exclusively on developing supportive services and programs for affordable housing communities certified by the Massachusetts State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance (SOMWBA) The Peabody Companies has been recognized for its dedication to diversity and inclusion This commitment is further evidenced by their ranking on the 2023 National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) Affordable 100 List and their repeated recognition as a Top Place to Work by The Boston Globe in 2017 © Copyright 2012 - 2023 | citybiz | All Rights Reserved  The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) announced that construction is resuming on the Milwaukee Avenue Roadway Reconstruction and Streetscape improvement project for the 2025 season. 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dating back to 2022 in the Northwest Side neighborhood and in Lake View was arrested Friday after arriving on a flight to O’Hare Airport Khodja was charged with three felony counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault in the most recent attacks attempted home invasion and public indecency charges A Cook County judge ordered him detained pending trial on all felony counts he faces 16 felony counts and two misdemeanors in the attacks of five women Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke said the investigation lasted three years culminating in the arrest after “dogged” efforts of detectives and prosecutors Today every single woman in this city — every single man who has a wife a sister — should all be breathing a sigh of relief,” O’Neill Burke said serial predator who literally went out hunting for his victims,” O’Neill Burke said Snelling said detectives tied Khodja to the crimes through DNA evidence and the identification of the car that Khodja allegedly used Mayor Brandon Johnson applauded the charges in a City Hall news conference saying it shows the value of promoting more detectives to work on unsolved cases “We promised the Logan Square community — especially the survivors who have been fighting for justice for a very long time — that we would apprehend this sick and depraved individual and that we would ultimately bring them to justice,” Johnson said “Today we are pleased to announce that we have taken the first step toward justice and ensuring that our victims’ experiences will be a 36-year-old woman entered her building in the 2000 block of North Humboldt Boulevard where Khodja was allegedly “lying in wait,” according to prosecutors He placed a drawstring bag over her head and wrapped his hands around her neck and Khodja allegedly removed the bag and fled Khodja allegedly sexually assaulted a 21-year-old woman in the 800 block of West Wellington Avenue The woman was walking home from a Lincoln Park bar when two men offered her a ride in a dark sedan the men pulled over the car and got out as a second vehicle pulled alongside them Khodja allegedly entered the back seat with the victim and sexually assaulted her and the woman was eventually “shoved out,” according to prosecutors Khodja’s gold Toyota Prius was captured on video footage following the black sedan followed a 36-year-old woman from a convenience store and pushed her against a fence He allegedly held a knife to her side and made her walk toward the 2800 block of West Bloomingdale Avenue where he forced her to the ground and sexually assaulted her A Ford Fusion belonging to someone who lives with Khodja was captured near the scene Khodja allegedly asked a 21-year-old woman for a ride in the 2800 block of North Central Park Avenue he faces misdemeanor charges of public indecency 2 Khodja allegedly followed a 21-year-old woman into the entryway of her building in the the 2600 block of North Troy Street He held a knife to her neck and sexually assaulted her “The knife is on my neck the whole time,” the woman told the Sun-Times Khodja’s DNA was found on the victim or items recovered from the scene Khodja has no prior arrests and “no history of violence sexual or other,” according to his public defender He has lived in Cook County with his wife for the last four years and works for Excellent Chicago Limos The company did not immediately respond to a request for comment Pretrial officers listed Khodja as a low risk for new criminal activity and failure to appear in court Judge Susana Ortiz ordered Khodja held pending trial for all felony counts the targeting of “vulnerable women who are out alone,” and his allegedly “emboldened” response to victims attempting to fight back “I find that his actions in each of these incidents makes him a clear and present danger to each of these victims and to all females,” Ortiz said Terms of Use • Privacy Notice • Cookie Policy • Terms of Sale In a neighborhood known for its standout Mexican establishments, La Licor Panamericana goes beyond Mexican flavors to embrace the vast culinary traditions of Latin America and the Caribbean The thoughtful menu and bar program showcases iconic dishes and national beverages from places that rarely get their due Patrons are invited on a journey through destinations from Argentina and El Salvador to Cuba and the Dominican Republic Inspired by the wanderlust of owners Abraham Ramírez and Javier Arroyo — young restaurateurs with hospitality chops and passports thick with stamps — La Licor opened its doors last fall in Logan Square The restaurant is a nod to the iconic Pan-American Highway a route that stretches from Alaska to Argentina tying together distant places through shared heritage and traditions the kind of handmade baskets that are often found at outdoor markets are arranged in a display that serves as the room’s visual focal point As guests move toward the intimate dining room in the back handmade artifacts and textiles from different parts of Latin America decorate ceilings and walls These details are like souvenirs from a road trip begging diners to pause Chef Juan Jiménez — whose background includes stints at Sky His dishes reflect the rich mosaic of Latin American cuisine rooted in Indigenous and European traditions shaped over time by the contributions of Asian and African diasporas Designed to share, the menu’s selection of starters includes pão de queijo chewy cheese bread that’s a staple in Brazil served with a tangy pickled cabbage relish and tomato sauce The menu also features chuzos — grilled meat skewers brightened with cilantro East Coast oysters seasoned with michelada seasoning for a bold and a surprising jícama salad dressed with yuzu vinaigrette and finished with radishes and sesame seeds Honduras steps into the spotlight with pollo chuco a raw fluke dish similar to ceviche but prepared without prior marination alongside dishes highlighting the flavors of Colombia Jiménez believes there are shared threads that connect all these cuisines The main dishes include a grilled pescado zarandeado seasoned with a red adobo sauce traditional to Mexico’s western coast a tribute to Mexico City’s street food culture semi-cured sausage called chistorra and is served on a buttery brioche bun There’s a lemon mousse spiked with cachaça a traditional corn-based treat with a texture somewhere between flan and jelly which has been quietly appearing on menus across the city pairing it with chocolate ice cream and a delicate corn foam The bar at La Licor mirrors the Pan-Latin philosophy offering a selection of spirits that goes deep into the region’s heritage guests can sample Bolivia’s national brandy which share a name but differ in grape varietals used and aging processes; Brazil’s sugarcane rum-like cachaça; and the Dominican mamajuana The lineup also features intriguing ingredients like papaya The cocktail menu reimagines classics with a refined This standout blends 2012 vintage barrel-aged chocolate pu-erh tea and bourbon velvety texture through a fat-wash technique that creates layers of complexity The Alba Martini combines the same pu-erh with cold brew and rum Form is as important as content at La Licor listed among the restaurant’s Latin American Classics is adorned with the colors of the Peruvian flag a playful sangria served in penguin-shaped pitchers often found in Argentina a nostalgic reference to the flightless birds that visit the country’s coasts A curated selection of Pan-American beers highlights unique brews from across the region and plans are underway to expand the offerings to include Latin American wines nonalcoholic offerings receive equal attention The list includes takes on classics like the Zeroni There’s also the fruity and frothy I See Red a nonalcoholic twist on an Aperol spritz made with soursop with the option to add CBD or THC for an extra twist La Licor aims to be more than just a destination for food and drinks offering events that celebrate the traditions the team hosted a Hanal Pixán night for the Day of the Dead a celebration unique to a few states in southeastern Mexico A mixology competition is currently bringing the space to life providing a platform for creativity and community connection and a menu that transcends typical bar fare La Licor offers a journey of discovery through food and drink — one that might just inspire your own wanderlust La Licor Panamericana, 2521 N. California Avenue, is open from 4 p.m. to midnight Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday; from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday; from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday; closed Tuesdays; Brunch is available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays; reservations via Resy