Lakeview|News|
VIDEO: Ride the Brown Line Circa 1981
WBEZ filmed an adventure on the brown line 32 years ago, and the video just hit the internet. Take a narrated journey on the CTA train from decades ago.
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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Lincoln Park, IL|News|
Midwest’s First ‘My Fit Foods’ Hitting North, Halsted (PHOTOS)
The Texas-based company is zeroing in on Chicago, brining its half grocery store, half takeout restaurant concept to new spaces in Lake View and Lincoln Park.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Midwest’s First ‘My Fit Foods’ Hitting Halsted, North (PHOTOS)
The Texas-based company is zeroing in on Chicago, brining its half grocery store, half takeout restaurant concept to new spaces in Lake View and Lincoln Park.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
CEO of Center on Halsted Wins Leadership Award
The award recognizes instrumental leadership in community development.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Chicago to Expand Blue Cart Recycling Program Citywide
Mayor Emanuel says by Fall this year, Chicago will have a citywide blue cart recycling program.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lincoln Square, IL|News|
Nearby 'Flagship' Walgreens Could Open Around Labor Day
The massive new building faced challenges during construction, making the new opening date a far cry from initial reports saying it would open yet in 2012.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Fines Falling on Lazy Snow Shovelers
Forgot to clear your sidewalk after a snowfall? Be prepared to pay the price.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Fines Falling on Lazy Snow Shovelers
Forgot to clear your sidewalk after a snowfall? Be prepared to pay the price.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Market Place for Sale: Owner 'Just Can't Compete'
The Lincoln Park independent grocery store’s owner says it’s hard to compete with Trader Joe’s Walmart, as well as the upcoming Walgreens, so he's putting The Market Place up for sale.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Bucktown-Wicker Park, IL|News|
Bucktown, Wicker Park Wealth: Rich, Poor Blocks
We broke down the household income by block in Bucktown and Wicker Park. Check out where the wealthiest, and the poorest, residents in town live.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Bucktown-Wicker Park, IL|News|
Second North Side Flagship Walgreens May Open Around Labor Day
The massive new building, which is on the border of the nearby Lincoln Park and Lake View neighborhoods, faced challenges during construction, making the new opening date a far cry from initial reports saying it would open yet in 2012.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Center on Halsted Hosting Red Carpet Academy Awards Event
Have you made plans for the Academy Awards on Sunday yet? Head to the Center on Halsted's event to watch the show in style for a good cause.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Flagship Walgreens Could Open Around Labor Day
The massive new building faced challenges during construction, making the new opening date a far cry from initial reports saying it would open yet in 2012.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Celebrations Under Construction, Faces Major Delays
The new gift shop on Lincoln Avenue in Northcenter is undergoing a massive renovation, with the owner saying they’ve encountered a few surprises.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
PHOTOS: Paired Wine Opens, Offers Free Wine Tasting
North Halsted’s newest liquor store is serving up an enormous variety of wines, including wine tastings two times a week.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Bucktown-Wicker Park, IL|News|
UPDATED: Suspected Serial Robber Chase Ends in Shooting (VIDEO)
The suspect was shot at the corners of Milwaukee, Damen and North avenues early Wednesday after he reportedly robbed a Subway restaurant.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Bucktown-Wicker Park, IL|News|
Wrigley Night Games off the Table in 2013
Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts says plans for Saturday night games are off the table—this year. The rest of the negotiations, including billboards, are still ongoing.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Bucktown-Wicker Park, IL|News|
Crime Map: Six Corners Armed Battery, 9 Burglaries
An armed robbery and multiple simple batteries also join this week's worth of police incidents. Did anything happen near your house? Check the crime map.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
North Center-Roscoe Village, IL|News|
Lane Tech Honor Roll: Straight-A Students
Here's a list of Lane Tech students who made the grade, snagging A's in every subject.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
Lakeview|News|
Health Center Moves to Boystown, Changes Name
The Triad Health Practice is now Aris Health, a medical facility focused on the LGBT community. The new space will open on North Halsted in March.
Andy Ambrosius, Patch Staff
