Chicago - Introduction

According to Billboard chart statistics, Chicago is second only to the Beach Boys as the most successful American rock band of all time, in terms of both albums and singles. Judged by album sales, as certified by the RIAA, the band does not rank quite so high, but it is still among the Top Ten best-selling US groups ever. If such statements of fact surprise, that's because Chicago has been singularly underrated since the beginning of its long career, both because of its musical ambitions (to the musicians, rock is only one of several styles of music to be used and blended, along with classical, jazz, R&B, and pop) and because of its refusal to emphasize celebrity over the music. The result has been that fundamentalist rock critics have consistently failed to appreciate its music and that its media profile has always been low. At the same time, however, Chicago has succeeded in the ways it intended to. From the beginning of its emergence as a national act, it has been able to fill arenas with satisfied fans. And beyond the impressive sales and chart statistics, its music has endured, played constantly on the radio and instantly familiar to tens of millions. When, in 2002, Chicago's biggest hits were assembled together on the two-disc set The Very Best of Chicago: Only the Beginning and the album debuted in the Top 50, giving the band the distinction of having had chart albums in five consecutive decades, the music industry and some music journalists may have been startled ...

I hate the CTA

sometimes public transportation just sucks. i don't hate the cta. this song and amv was done for pure randomness. good times artist:() all i know for sure is a morning fix parody son (See below) anime: 5cm a second ps. somebody who i cannot contact back sent me, a message. it goes as follows. "I sent an e-mail to Alan, the Q101 host, and asked him if he'd be kind enough to let us know who the singer was. He was good enough to respond: "It was written and recorded by Q101's production whiz Ned Spindle." how true it is...idk, good times i spose? when i get time i will try to verify this info. *Shrug*

CHICAGO TRANSIT AUTHORITY LIVE! at The Fillmore West Aug 17, 1969 - South California Purples

Formed in Chicago in 1967 and barred from using its original name, the Chicago Transit Authority, by that agency's legal-eagles, the original septet relocated to Los Angeles in 1969, hired hard-driving James William Guercio as manager, and launched its meteoric jazz-rock, soft pop/rock career.

Chicago Transit Authority Questions 67 And 68 Fillmore West 1969

Chicago Transit Authority Questions 67 And 68 Fillmore West (Remastered) 1969

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utilizing public transportation to help make YOUR air cleaner

Danny Seraphine and CTA #4 "Make Me Smile"

Foster Park, Kokomo, Indiana June 11, 2011. Fourth song in the concert.

Downtown Chicago Bus and "L" Rush Hour

Starting off with two Green Line "L" trains passing each other as they round the Loop's northeast corner at the Lake/Wabash curve, this video was taken over a period of about an hour and a half of rush-period bus and "L" service (but mostly buses in this video) in the Loop. Seen here are New Flyer 40-ft low floor and 60-ft articulated hybrid buses, as well as NovaBus 40-footers, on various routes, some frequent, local routes, some express routes, and some limited-stop, rush hour only routes. Locations are, in order, Lake/Wabash, State/Van Buren and the State St corridor in front of the Harold Washington Library, the La Salle St "Canyon" and the Financial District, Madison/Wells, the east entrance to Union Station, and lastly, Canal St outside of Union Station.

Personal Licence - Making the Application

Anyone who wishes to pursue a career in the catering and hospitality industry in England and Wales would be well advised to apply for a Personal Licence. This allows it's holder to supply alcohol and to authorize others to also supply alcohol as long as the place that they are doing it is covered by a Premises Licence.

It is worth pointing out that a Personal Licence does not tie a person to any particular premises - the holder is free to use that licence at any place that has a Premises Licence allowing the supply of alcohol. Other benefits include the ability to be named as the Designated Premises Supervisor on a Premises Licence and also to be able to use many more Temporary Event Notices than a person who does not hold such a licence.

There are four basic requirements for anyone wanting to hold a Personal Licence to satisfy. An applicant must:

1. be 18 or over;


2. not have forfeited (ie lost by order of a court) such a licence within 5 years of the application;


3. hold an accredited licensing qualification;


4. not have been convicted of a relevant or foreign offence.

If any of requirements 1-3 are not met the application will be rejected. If requirement 4 is not met then the Police will have an opportunity to object to the application if they think it necessary. In this scenario it will be for the Licensing Committee to decide whether the licence should be granted.
If a Licensing Authority receives a properly made application from a person satisfying the above criteria then it must be granted. This article will go through the process of making the application.

There are five stages to applying for a Personal Licence.

1. Obtaining a qualification

The first stage is for the applicant to sit (and pass) an appropriate licensing qualification course. There are many companies who offer this course around the country and the course is often referred to as the Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders. In most cases the course lasts one day with the multiple-choice exam taking place in the afternoon.

2. Criminal record check

Under the previous licensing regime if a person wanted to be named as a licensee they would have to appear in court in front of the Licensing Justices' and show that they were a 'fit and proper person'. Instead of this, applicants are now asked to produce a criminal record check which, hopefully, will be clean. If your criminal record check shows any offenses then you should find out whether they are considered to be 'relevant offences or foreign offences' that may jeopardise your application. As a rough guide, 'relevant offences' are any which include violence, alcohol, fraud or breach of any licensing laws but you should contact a licensing practitioner or your Licensing Authority to be sure.

Currently a very common and simple way of applying for a criminal record check is to apply for a 'basic disclosure' from Disclosure Scotland. They process applications within a few weeks but please note that towards the end of the summer there may be a delay as they have to process a large number of annual applications from teachers.

Please also note that for the purposes of this application the criminal record check is only valid for 28 days from the date it is issued (not the date you receive it). Therefore you should only apply for this once you have your certificate for passing the licensing qualification, otherwise you may find yourself having to reapply.

3. Application forms

There are two forms to fill in and these will be available from your Licensing Authority.
Firstly, there is the application form for the licence itself, the other is known as the 'Disclosure of Convictions and Declaration'. The contents of these are quite straightforward and guidance notes for filling them out are available. Both should be completed in black ink and should be signed - many forms are rejected because these simple things are missed.

4. Endorsed photographs

Many applications are rejected because the applicant has tried to cut corners in relation to the photographs. A good guide is to follow the same rules for the photos that accompany passport applications. Additionally, at least one of the photographs must be endorsed on the reverse by a solicitor, notary, any person with a professional qualification or a person 'of standing in the community' (for example a police officer, minister of religion or bank manager). The person does not have to have known the applicant for any length of time but will have to write on the back of one of the photos something along the lines of:

"I confirm that this is a true likeness of (name of applicant)".

The person endorsing the photo should then sign their name and state their profession or qualification.

Also, please bear in mind that the photo will go on an ID card that you must have on you when supplying or authorising the supply of alcohol. Many applicants have asked to re-take their photographs when they've found this out!

5. Submitting the application

The application form must be sent to the Licensing Authority for the area in which the applicant normally resides (if the normal residence is abroad the application may be sent to any Licensing Authority the applicant wishes) along with:

1. The qualification certificate;


2. A valid (ie not expired) criminal record check;


3. The completed and signed Declaration of Convictions;


4. Two photographs, one of which must be endorsed on the reverse; and


5. A cheque for the fee (currently £37 but this should be verified with the Licensing Authority).

If any relevant offences are disclosed on the criminal record check and Disclosure of Convictions and Declaration form the applicant must also give a copy of the application to the Police within 48 hours of the Licensing Authority receiving theirs. The Police will have the opportunity to object to the application if they think it is necessary to do so. Experience shows that if any relevant offences come to light then the Police will object, meaning that whether the application is granted or rejected will be decided at a hearing in front of the Licensing Committee.

Other information

Assuming the application is granted, the Licensing Authority will issue the licence. There are two parts to it - a paper certificate and a credit card-sized card. The licence holder must have the card on them at all times that they are supplying or authorizing the supply of alcohol. The certificate should be kept safely.

The licence lasts for ten years, at which point the holder must apply for renewal. There is a two-month window for renewal starting five months before the licence expires.

If any of the licence holder moves house or change their name the Licensing Authority must be notified so they can reissue an updated licence. There is a small fee and any change of details must be notified promptly. If the licence holder moves to an area that is covered by a different Licensing Authority this does not matter - the Authority that grants the licence to begin with will remain the relevant authority for as long as that licence lasts.

If a licence holder is charged with a relevant offence the Personal Licence must be produced to the court or, if this is not possible, the court must be notified of the licence as they may order forfeiture or suspension of the licence. If they do so it is for the court to notify the Licensing Authority of this.

A Personal Licence is an excellent asset for anyone working in the catering and hospitality industry. Employers see licence holders as more valuable and for those with their own companies or premises the ability to supply alcohol opens up many possibilities. The process for obtaining one may seem quite complicated, but by working through each of the steps it need not be too difficult.

Chris Unitt is a licensing practitioner and the founder of Osiris Licensing. He has a wealth of experience of applying for alcohol and entertainment licences for a wide variety of premises and also represents clients at hearings before Licensing Committees. He also provides training on all aspects of the Licensing Act 2003 and is the main contributor to the Personal Licence guide.

CTA Deepavali 2008 - Brahmanjali

CTA Deepavali 2008 - Brahmanjali

Cycling Shoes Guide - The Right Shoes to Wear For Biking

Cycling shoes are different from any other footwear because their structure and design are meant to make pedaling more comfortable. In this guide, you will learn how to fit the shoes well and how to choose the right pair. Let's get started.

The cycling shoes guide: what's your cycling style?

Cycling shoes can be chosen depending on your style of cycling. Nowadays, there are variants for cycling off-road, on-the-road, or for casual riding. Casual cycling shoes have comfortable soles that are softer, which makes walking in them comfortable, too.

For racing purposes, wearing road riding shoes for cycling is advisable so you can pedal comfortably on hard terrains. They have nylon mesh uppers with the rigid soles although some variants have carbon fiber soles which are relatively lighter. You can also adjust these shoes while you are on the road to support your pedalling needs.

For cycling on soft surfaces like sand, soil, and grass, off-road cycling shoes can offer you with a more comfortable way to pedal. They are stiffer compared to other shoes and they are also characterized with somewhat softer soles compared to the road riding shoes. They have higher traction and recessed slots for cleats and they can have shoelaces that are hidden under the tongue to protect them from damage and dirt.

Comfort is the key

In this guide, you are advised to buy comfortable cycling shoes that are characterized by their snug fit with enough room for your toes to stretch or curl. Also, make sure that you can use the shoes for any type of pedal. Go for a pair with cleat slots around the arch and the toes. Soles that are moderately stiff should be useful for most pedals including those that belong to stationary bikes.

Important information

A complete cycling shoes guide is available at PickyGuide, the authority in free consumer advice. Access top-ranked, best-reviewed, and most competitively priced cycling shoes in PickyGuide's recommended products section.

Explore Chicago on CTA - July/Aug. 2010 - Connections - Chicago Transit Authority

There is so much to see in Chicago. But where to begin? Begin at ExploreChicago.org . Every Chicago neighborhood has its own trove of historical and cultural treasures. The CTA and Chicago Office of Tourism make it easy for visitors and locals to take the CTA and Explore Chicago.

Hip Hop Graffiti

Hip hop graffiti began in New York City in the early 1970's when artists would "bomb" a subway with their logo and street, letting everyone know who it was that did it. Over time the art form developed into a full fledged member of the hip hop community, along with rapping, DJing and breakdancing, all of which are called elements. During this period, graffiti artists would attempt to outdo each other by creating more pieces in the least amount of time. They would blanket all five boroughs of New York (known as going "all city") with their graffiti. This period of time was known as the "Style Wars" from which the popular film derived its name.

The hip hop graffiti artists began working collectively, both in order to evade police and build larger, more complex pieces. Groups were known as "crews" (just like in other elements of hip hop) and soon began experimenting with different styles, such as bubble lettering and the inclusion of names. Initially, permanent markers were used for the insides of trains, though spray paint soon became the most popular method for coating the exterior. Not only were they easy to conceal, spray paint cans also allowed artists to put up new pieces quickly; thus spreading their name while evading the Transit Authority. In addition to adding their signatures, graffiti artists storve to outdo each other by incorporating different colors and techniques.

New York officials did not take graffiti seriously until these Style Wars began, mostly due to a lack of funds. In the early 1980's however, the Mass Transit Authority made a go at cleaning up its trains and subways, which in essence dispirited many aspiring graffiti artists. While you cannot see much graffiti on trains anymore, it's possible to see some of the art on city buildings in major cities.

Hip hop graffiti was not lost upon the art world, however. In 1979, graffiti pioneers Lee Quinones and Fab 5 Freddy presented their work in a Roman art gallery owned by Claudio Bruni.

Hip Hop Graffiti was introduced to the world through its close association with hip hop in general. For example, it is featured in countless rap videos in the mid to late 1980's, and featured prominently in the opening scene of "The Fresh Prince of Bel Aire." As other elements of hip hop such as rap grew in popularity, so did graffiti. Two influential films at the time, "Style Wars" and "Wild Style" effectively introduced graffiti to the world.

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The Great 1967 Chicago Blizzard

Video of the 1967 Chicago Blizzard. Video is footage of what the 1967 Chicago Blizzard was like. Featuring classic CTA buses, Chicago Squadcars, CFD Buggy and more.

Different Types of Buses

Public transportation has been around for almost as long as the motor vehicle has been traversing the earth. Different forms of public transportation are the subway, trolley cars, planes, taxi cabs and the bus. The bus is one of the most popular forms of public transportation and continues to grow in popularity. There are all kinds of different uses for buses. They range from school buses to public buses to tour buses to coach buses. School buses are some of the most recognizable vehicles on the roads today. They are bright yellow and are equipped with red and yellow flashing lights to warn other motorists of children exiting the vehicle into the roadway.

Tour buses are used to show tourists around major cities such as New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Los Angeles, CA and even London. London is known for their double decker buses. Double decker buses have made their way into the United States culture as well. They are popular in the cities mentioned above for city tours. The ones in Philadelphia take tourists to the Art Museum, Old City, Betsy Ross' House, the Constitution Center and Independence Mall.

Coach buses are used for long term trips across country or for athletic teams to get from one school to the other in college and the airport to the stadium or team hotel in the pros. Coach buses usually have TVs in them, with a bathroom and excellent seating. Coach buses are usually decorated with decals and paint to match the pro team's colors or the college team's colors and logo. Colleges and Universities nationwide are most known for employing coach buses in their fleet of transportation vehicles.

Public transit buses are one of the most common forms of buses on the roads today. They probably rank right up on the list with school buses. Public transit buses are used by cities to transport civilians to and from work, school and their home. People use public transit buses to get to and from the ballgame, to and from the movies and to and from a concert. The buses in Philadelphia are run by SEPTA, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, and are red, white and blue in color.

One other type of buses in operation today is called trams or tramcars. Trams are used to shuttle people back and forth in a large parking lot, such as an airport or a theme park. Trams are a bit smaller than normal buses but serve the same purpose; to move people from one point to another.

The word bus is derived from the word omnibus. Omnibus means 'for all.' That's why buses are for everyone to use. From students, to workers, to tourists; buses help people get to and from their destination each and every day. The very first version of buses was used in 1862 by the French. The bus was pulled by horses to and from each stop. Those buses were large versions of a horse and buggy that could hold more than five people.

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Chicago- 25 or 6 to 4 -LIVE (1970)

*PLEASE READ FIRST* The audio on this returns to 100% around the 1 minute 20 second mark. They had some technical difficulties at the start. Sorry about that. This is truly a YouTube *exclusive*. I've been saving this one for a personal milestone. This is my personal gift to you all who have sent messages and left so many kind words on the video comments page and the many Chicago message boards. I've enjoyed doing this for you all. Now, enjoy a truly rare and unseen performance of the boys from the "Windy City". Thanks!