Top 311 complaints of the year

We wrote about a study conducted last year that suggested Chicago is "stressed out" because we tend to file more 311 complaints than other cities.

• But instead of getting stressed, we get excited to see all the data these complaints create.

Why it matters: 311 data sets offer a fascinating snapshot of citizen concerns at a moment in time.

• Plus, you can hear Monica talking about them today on CityCast Chicago.

Between the lines: We took a look at recent 311 data and found the biggest growth in complaints over the last three months was regarding:

• Illegal dib-calling on parking spots
• Unshoveled sidewalks
• Unrepaired potholes

Evergreen favorite: Airplane noise always ranks first.

• While 311 operators can't silence jets, they can share info on soundproofing homes and register complaints to officials who may vote for flight path modifications.

The intrigue: You can file complaints/requests to 311 when:

🧹 Neighbors want to borrow city equipment to clean up the block.

📺 Your cable provider has lousy service.

🦆You see a coyote or spy a dead bird.