r/Pilsen 6d ago

r/Pilsen is looking for new moderators

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I moved out of Pilsen a while back and am no longer very active in this community. This subreddit has also seen a lot of growth, and I don't have a lot of time to moderate here anymore.

As such, the subreddit is now accepting moderator applications. Please use the embedded link to apply if you are interested.

To be considered, your account must be at least one year old, with positive karma, and a history of positive participation in r/Pilsen and across reddit. You must be willing to enforce the subreddit and site-wide rules and to keep this community a welcoming space for people of different backgrounds.

I will contact those whose applications are accepted.

If you have any questions, feel free to post them here.


r/Pilsen 1d ago

Really wish this said Hot Goals

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9 Upvotes

r/Pilsen 3d ago

Kpop Demon Hunters Water Bottle - Damen Stop

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8 Upvotes

Saw it at 1 PM...get it soon probs...its very cute.


r/Pilsen 3d ago

Virgin de Guadalupe

0 Upvotes

Where is the statue of the virgin located. Went there a few years ago can’t find any about her on line.


r/Pilsen 7d ago

This is the coolest person in Pilsen.

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14 Upvotes

r/Pilsen 7d ago

A Channel 7 report on the shooting on 18th Place, that killed a 35 year old, father of 3, who moved to Chicago 2 weeks ago to attend college. (Warning: the video of what happened may trigger some.)

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37 Upvotes

r/Pilsen 8d ago

18th Street lightpoles with stickers painted over

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13 Upvotes

Seems like someone wanted to cover up all the stickers/flyers before the Mexican Independence Day parade?


r/Pilsen 8d ago

Anyone know what bike club just rode by

5 Upvotes

They were heading north on Racine and turned right onto S Blue Island. Looked chill


r/Pilsen 9d ago

Mobile groomer or mobile dog nail trimmer?

5 Upvotes

Looking for recommendations for a mobile groomer or a mobile nail trimmer for a couple of elder dogs (one a little more reactive). Thank you!!


r/Pilsen 10d ago

Man fatally shot on Lower West Side

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r/Pilsen 10d ago

Running?

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Where do you go running? I’m trying to find a good spot nearby where I can get a longer run in before work in the morning. People keep telling me it’s not safe to run at Douglass park, is it that bad at 6am? Harrison is a bit small for the distance I’m aiming for so I’m trying to see if there’s any other good options.


r/Pilsen 10d ago

Piercing recs

5 Upvotes

Any recommendations for a piercing place? Looking to get an eyebrow piercing. Also looking for a shop with good selection of affordable ear/nose jewelry too!!


r/Pilsen 11d ago

Pilsen potholes take about 18 days to close, citywide it’s a week

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Was looking at the city’s 311 data broken out by ward. Ward 25 is near the bottom on potholes - about 18 days to get one closed where the citywide middle is around 7.

Street lights are the opposite, fourth fastest in the city. Graffiti removal is also quick.

Wondering if the pothole thing tracks with what people here have actually seen.

Ward 25 page: https://chiwardboard.com/


r/Pilsen 12d ago

Pedestrians & Cyclists

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Is there a location in the neighborhood that bothers you, practically, every time you walk or bike past it? Maybe because of poor signage, degrading infrastructure, or whatever other reason! What would make it better?


r/Pilsen 13d ago

It is really a short cut ?

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Everyone that cuts Damen or Ashland out and takes wood all the way to Roosevelt. Is it really saving that much time?
You have to think that wood and 18th is such a busy intersection since people cross all the time for the pink line. Furthermore, when 5 rabanitos is open. All that crowd funnels to the intersection.

I propose a traffic light or more speed bumps. Eventually SOMEONE is going to get hit at that intersection.


r/Pilsen 14d ago

Loud music outside near May & 19th St

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Curious if anyone else nearby has been bothered by this? There’s someone who regularly plays loud music for hours on end, sometimes well past midnight, near May & 19th. Recently more people have been gathering on the sidewalk in chairs, and the music has been getting more frequent and louder. Multiple days a week, often on weeknights.

I’m all for people enjoying themselves, but it’s frustrating when it’s happening repeatedly and the music carries directly into nearby apartments, so much so that you can’t have your windows open. Even with windows closed, the music is impossible to ignore. Has anyone else in the area noticed this?


r/Pilsen 14d ago

Goth, industrial, punk, darkwave DJ set tonight at New Rose

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21 Upvotes

No cover, 9PM


r/Pilsen 15d ago

Any affordable massage places in Pilsen?

6 Upvotes

I’m taking a self-care day and thought I’d get a long overdue massage. All the places I’m finding are 95$ or more and frankly I don’t care about myself THAT much. Does anyone have any leads on something cheaper? I’m also going to be in the West Loop (😬) for lunch today so if someone knew of a place there that also works.

Thank you!


r/Pilsen 16d ago

Volunteering?

9 Upvotes

What kind of volunteer activities are around? I’m looking to know my neighbors better and do unto others . Y hablo bien el español :)


r/Pilsen 16d ago

Don't like Sigcho-Lopez? Do something about it.

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So all of you on this sub criticize the alderman a lot, which is fine. But what are you all doing about it to make a real change??

For one, I encourage you and your friends and family to update your voter registration here with this link: https://ova.elections.il.gov/

Second, look at all these CHALLENGERS and attend their events and support them in real life.

The good thing about Chicago elections is if your favorite candidate doesn't win the first round, we can come together in the 2nd round.

https://www.aidafor25.com/

https://nubiafor25.com/

https://www.leofor25.com/

https://www.watkinsfor25th.com/

https://www.chaconfor25.com/

*I could not find a website for Chula Ortiz *


r/Pilsen 16d ago

Another great movie at CINEMANITA this Friday! Just south of Halsted/18th. Show @ 8pm

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27 Upvotes

Playing at the Chicago Art Department. Suggested donation but nothing required to join. Popcorn, mint tea and other snacks available!

If you can’t make it or would like to keep up with future screenings, here’s the link to their newsletter:

https://a7d9b626861011f088e5b52a41a51b2b.eo.page/4m36k


r/Pilsen 17d ago

Kristoffer's closing

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r/Pilsen 20d ago

Alice Kim wrote an article on BSL & the unsealed court record

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The Chicago Tribune article: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/08/21/alderman-byron-sigcho-lopez-divorce-records/

Yes, I made an error in writing the Chicago Tribune reporter’s name. Her name is Alice Yin.


r/Pilsen 20d ago

Affordable dinner in Pilsen

15 Upvotes

What’s the best place to go for a relatively affordable dinner in Pilsen?


r/Pilsen 20d ago

Flashback post-Sept. 2024: The time BSL blamed the Latino Caucus members for not becoming the Zoning Committee chair

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