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Chicago, IL Overview
The "Windy City" is not only known for outstanding deep-dish pizza, but also for the eclectic mix of people and cultures. Chicago is home to some of the nation's greatest museums, landmarks, athletic teams (GO CUBS GO) and summer festivals. From the performing arts and jazz music to shopping along the Magnificent Mile...there is never a dull moment in "Sweet Home Chicago."
Chicago, IL Culture and People
Chicago is one of the most ethnically diverse areas, boasting over 200
ethnic and language groups, but at the same time is also one of the most
segregated. Chicago’s residential areas are broken out into hundreds of
distinct neighborhoods, and racial tensions are high. Chicago is home
to the largest housing project in the world. AIDS, prostitution, gang
violence, and drug abuse are prevalent in the community. All this takes
place behind the scenes, while the upper-economic areas of the city grow
and thrive.
Chicago, IL Attractions
Chicago is home to some of the nation's best museums and attractions:
- Shedd Aquarium
- Field Museum
- Navy Pier
- Buckingham Fountain
- Sears Tower
- Chicago Theatre
- Lincoln Park Zoo (Free)
- Brookfield Zoo
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Cloud Gate
- Grant Park
- Magnificent Mile (Michigan Avenue)
- China Town
Ministry Focus
This fabulous city also has dramatic need...the crime rate
is continually on the rise and the homeless population reached roughly
165,000 people. Of the homeless population, 46.5% were families, which
is a reoccuring trend in urban, inner-cities due to the economic
climate. 56% of women in Chicago homeless shelters are survivors of
domestic violence.
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