MUSIC NEWS: CHICAGO BORN RAPPER YUNG BERG FIRED FROM LOVE & HIP HOP

The Chicago-born rapper has been canned for a violent attack on his girlfriend, Masika Tucker.

VH1 made the quick decision based on the severity of the allegations.

SPORTS: CHICAGO FIRE ATTENDANCE UP DESPITE WORST SEASON IN TEAM HISTORY

Riding World Cup buzz and the momentum of Major League Soccer, the Chicago Fire increased attendance this year despite winning the fewest games in its 17-season history.

It's a big offseason ahead for the Fire, especially off the field.

The team is putting the finishing touches on the new $15 million to $20 million Chicago Fire Soccer Center in the North Center neighborhood, set to become its first outpost in the city.

Indoor soccer leagues are set to begin there Dec. 1 under a dome on the artificial turf field at 3626 N. Talman Ave.

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http://www.chicagobusiness.com/article/20141110/BLOGS04/141109828/chicago-fire-down-on-the-field-up-in-attendance

MUSIC NEWS: CHANCE THE RAPPER RECEIVES CHICAGO'S OUTSTANDING YOUTH OF THE YEAR AWARD

Chance the Rapper was presented Chicago's "Outstanding Youth of the Year Award" by Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Chicagoist points out. Chance called it "the most important award I will ever win".

The award was presented to him, according to the plaque, "for your outstanding contributions to the youth of the state of Illinois. You have given yourself to the upward mobility of young people throughout the state of Illinois." He responded, "It's an honor to bear that weight." Earlier this year, Chance and his father promoted the #SaveChicago campaign, which resulted in Chicago going 42 hours without a gun-related homicide.

SPORTS: CUBS INTRODUCE NEW MANAGER "JOE MADDON'

Maddon was introduced Monday as Chicago's fifth manager since the start of the 2010 season, replacing Rick Renteria. The sides agreed to a five-year contract through the 2019 season. Terms were not disclosed, but according to ESPN and media reports the deal is worth $25 million plus incentives tied to the postseason and does not include an opt-out clause.

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http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/11815376/chicago-cubs-introduce-joe-maddon-manager

MUSIC: KATIE GOT BANDZ- "BTAHB"

As some of Chicago's elite artists continue to "quietly" leave their former teams, Katie Got Bandz decides to leave her "former" record label "Lawless Inc." with a bang. Listen to her new record clearing the air between her and former label heads.

MUSIC NEWS: CHICAGO'S OWN NO I.D. CONTINUES TO MOVE UP AT DEF JAM

Billboard reports that No I.D. was just promoted from the co-head of A&R to the executive vice president and will be overseeing all the A&R activities at the label. Aside from his new duties as an executive, he will still be running things at his label ARTium Records, which artists like Common and Jhene Aiko call home.

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http://www.billboard.com/articles/business/6304479/def-jam-recordings-dion-no-id-wilson-evp-ar

MUSIC: EXTRAVAGENT 'WIT ME" (PRODUCED BY BROWNTIME)

Here is a new single from "Extravagent". This record was produced by Browntime. To stay updated with Extravagent.

follow him on twitter & instagram here

twitter.com/loud_pac_kidd

Instagram.com/extravagentlpk

CHICAGO UNSIGNED HYPE INTERVIEW W/ JILLA

Chicago EST.1837 recently caught up with young rising Hiphop artist "Jilla"

1. Introduce yourself and what you stand for as an artist.

I go by the name Jilla for those who may not know me. What I stand for as an artist is innovation and creativity. I try to stay in my own lane as far as music and the culture goes.

2. Where are you from and what is the music scene like there?

I'm from Rockford, IL, about 60 miles north of Chicago. The music scene here is very diverse, a lot of talented rappers and singers to say the least. My city is filled with potential.

3. What aspect of the music making process excites you the most & why?

Recording the actual song is the process that excites me the most. I still get nervous when I record, and I guess that's because I take pride in my craft and enjoy every minute of it.

4. How do you feel about the way the internet & digital sales matter the most in music nowadays?

The Internet and digital sales play a pivotal role in music nowadays. We're in an era where physical CD sales are at an all time low, and everyone is buying music via iTunes and Google Play. The Internet is important because that is the main way fans and label reps discover new talent, whether it be YouTube, or other social media tools such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

5. Dream collaboration Rather another artist or producer.

My dream collaboration would most likely be Jeezy. I've been a fan of his for quite some time, and his energy is inspiring.

6. What's the future hold for you as an artist and overall brand?

My team and I are just trying to take the music and my brand to the next level. I'm trying to get recognized on a national platform and make new relationships with different people in this industry. We came to shift the culture!

Follow Jilla's Progress...

SoundCloud @Jilla_815

Twitter @Jilla_815

Instagram @Jilla_815

YouTube /Jilla815