The word is out on the Twitterverse that Chicago is getting a new area code. According to CBS2, Chicagoans will no longer be able to dial just seven digits for local calls.
The 773 area code had been exhausted in July, requiring Chicago to add another area code, 872, beginning Nov. 7.
People with 312 and 773 area codes will still be able to keep them. 872 will be assigned to new numbers citywide.
Chicago tweeters seem confused over the facts of how the new area code will go into effect, and most aren't too happy about the change.
lilloco wtf is this? 872? i don't think so. http://bit.ly/JMInS
chenetlarose @Yourhynis right! I don't want nothin wit 872 as my area code
dsolzman 872 will overlap 312 and 773...will wait until then to signup for google voice to get number i want
KTPatt Holla at the 872 this Nov. - I already have my 773. http://tinyurl.com/ks3yw9 Yes, I just used "holla" in a Tweet - lame or hilarious? Ha.
dawns8 Geebus, another new number. Say hello to 872: http://bit.ly/dKSIQ
NathanielFields @redeyechicago Can't wait to taste what @gooseisland 872 will taste like.
RYAN_manno so does this make my 312 a collector's item? RT @TyLiner New area code for Chicago announced for Nov. release: WE all now live in the 872.
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