Lakeview|News|
Pothole Problems: CDOT Fixes More than 3,500 in Lake View (MAP)
Chicago Department of Transportation representatives said they already repaired more than 100,000 potholes so far this year.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
- Lakeview, IL
I grew up in West De Pere, Wisconsin, a suburb just outside of Green Bay. While attending the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for journalism, I dived into various media outlets through internships at print newspapers, Milwaukee Public Radio and WISN-TV. I later freelanced for Patch in Milwaukee while working part time at the TV station post-internship. After graduating, I landed a full-time job with Patch as an editor outside of Milwaukee, and when the company announced new opportunities in Chicago, I jumped on the chance to live in Lake View. It finally feels good to call my favorite community in the world home!
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Lakeview|News|
New Cafe at Former Phoebe's Preps for April Opening (PHOTOS)
Esencia Urban Kitchen will soon open in the former Phoebe’s Bakery & Espresso Bar on North Broadway. Take a sneak-peek inside before they do.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Smoque 'Vapor Lounge' Opens on North Broadway (PHOTOS)
The unique e-cigarette lounge Smoque is officially open in East Lake View, bringing upwards of 30 flavors of simulated smoke to the busy business corridor.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Blaine Plans Outdoor Organic Garden Along Southport
The outdoor space will not only be utilized for classes, but also spruce up the street and hopefully become an outdoor space for area residents.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Prosecutors: Nurse Steals $350K From 94-Year-Old; Buys Benz, Remodels Kitchen
The woman, who used to work at St. Joseph's Hospital near the Lincoln Park and Lake View border, reportedly used the victim's money to renovate her kitchen, pay off debt, "loan" to relatives, and buy a new Mercedes Benz.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Deadline to File Your Taxes Just 2 Weeks Away
It's that time of year again. The deadline to file your taxes is April 15. Have you been putting it off?
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Health Inspectors Hit Jahn Elementary, Find Slip-Ups at Restaurants
Potential rodent harborage, rusty shelving and slow draining sinks are found when health inspectors hit up businesses in North Center.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Fashion Clash: Lake View Competes with Bucktown for Most Stylish
The two neighborhood gems are going toe-to-toe when it comes to stylish stores. Will Lake View’s Southport Corridor win, or Bucktown?
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Final Abbott Hotel Residents Leaving This Week, Construction Begins
Now that the last residents are leaving, the SRO will undergo a massive transformation in the heart of Lake View.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Roscoe Village Community Watch Formed, First Meeting Scheduled
The new neighborhood program comes after concerns crime in Roscoe Village is on the rise. Organizers are inviting neighbors to the first meeting later this month.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Bucktown-Wicker Park, IL|News|
Merger Brings Puerto Rican Parade From Grant to Wicker Park
The Puerto Rican Parade merges with the cultural center’s parade, moving the huge new event to Humbolt Park. This year’s parade starts at Division and Western.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Blaine Plans Outdoor Organic Garden Along Southport
The outdoor space will not only be utilized for classes, but also spruce up the street and hopefully become an outdoor space for area residents.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Million-Dollar Question: Neighbors Reveal Local Spending Plans Saturday
Residents are presenting their plans for how to spend $1 million of the ward’s money in a participatory budgeting program.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lincoln Park, IL|News|
Popular Lincoln Avenue Bar Shutters its Doors
The tavern, whose owners spoke up during the No. 11 bus cancellation, has closed its doors for good.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Historic Lake View: Photos of Forgotten Neighborhood Moments
From trollies to a massive ferris wheel, check out what Lake View once looked like in photos taken decades ago.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lincoln Park, IL|News|
Vosges Haut-Chocolat Expands Beyond Lincoln Park
The high-end chocolate company Vosges rapidly growing in Chicago with plans to open a production facility in heart of a nearby neighborhood.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Oddly For Sale: Human Breast Milk, Birth Control Pills
They'll sell just about anything on Craigslist, and this week, we rounded up the oddities we found around the North Side.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
New Restaurant 'Kitchen 17' Aims to Tackle Vegan Market
The space in East Lake View is right off North Broadway, and its owner says he’ll be ready to open in two weeks.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Feigenholtz's Legislation on Child Sex Offenders Wins Approval
The law would prevent child sex offenders from escaping prosecution, and it just gained House support.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Dev to Perform at Pride Fest 2013
Four new acts are announced for Chicago’s Pride Fest 2013, with headliner Dev slated to perform Saturday.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
