I was born in Elgin, 10 minutes before my twin brother, Tim. He has since made up for his tardiness in height, towering over me today by about 1 and 1/2 feet. He and I are tied for the youngest in the family—though I like to consider myself a middle child—and have two older brothers. I grew up on one of the last standing farms in what is now the well-developed area of Prairie View. For those who do not know the town, it is a northwest suburb of Chicago sandwiched in the middle of Long Grove, Buffalo Grove and Lincolnshire. I moved to Minnesota to attend Winona State University, which is situated right on the Mississippi River. During my time there, I left for six months to study abroad in Granada, Spain, where I traveled throughout the provinces and even ran with the bulls in Pamplona. I returned to Illinois in June 2007 after graduating with a B.A. in Mass Communications: Journalism and Spanish. I wrote for The Daily Chronicle in DeKalb until June 2010. There, I covered education for about two years, crime for nearly one and during my home stretch, delved into issues centered on the governments of DeKalb County and the City of Sycamore.
The owners of a popular West Town restaurant will reportedly be opening another eatery farther north on Ashland Avenue, though details were still a bit hazy Thursday.
A Lincoln Park hidden gem has gotten a new look and a new name. But never fear—the owners, homemade food and coffee remain the same, according to employees.
Burglaries, robberies, car break-ins and unlawful use of a weapon were among incidents reported between Jan. 25 and Feb. 4 in North Center. See our attached map, which has an accompanying key, to determine if any of the crime occurred near your home.
Burglaries, robberies and car break-ins were among incidents reported between Feb. 1 and 7 in Lincoln Park. See our attached map, which has an accompanying key, to determine if any of the crime occurred near your home.
Concerts and a love interest have beckoned Lady Gaga to the North Side. Specifically, she's been spotted in Avondale, Lincoln Park and Wicker Park, among other communities. Read on to find out where residents have seen her.
A local parents' network is taking over Cubby Bear for a day next month to host its "Wake Up & Boogie Down Family Festival", which has sold out for the past three consecutive years.
A local parents' network is taking over Cubby Bear for a day next month to host its "Wake Up & Boogie Down Family Festival", which has sold out for the past three consecutive years.
A local parents' network is taking over Cubby Bear for a day next month to host its "Wake Up & Boogie Down Family Festival", which has sold out for the past three consecutive years.
After two more births this month at the Lincoln Park Zoo, officials are asking the public to lend them a hand choosing the shaggy animals' names.
The dates for a three-day celebration of barbecue have been released; make sure to put these smokin' hot days on your calendar.
One day after the Pope's resignation this week, DePaul University announced news about how its chronicling the history of Catholicism.
The Chicago Transit Authority brings us transportation, of course, but also merriment. We dare you to take one look at this week's "Scene on the CTA" photo and tell us any different. Then, add your caption in the comments. Have some
Chicago police are looking for a culprit who they say spent counterfeit money on two separate occasions.
In his 2013 State of the Union Address Tuesday, President Barack Obama touched on immigration policy, gun control and the economy, among other national issues. In terms of infrastructure, he proposed a "Fix it First" plan that may affect the S
Looking for something a little different for your Valentine this year? We've got a list of what may tickle your fancy here in Bucktown and Wicker Park.
Chicago police are looking for a culprit who they say is spending counterfeit money here in Lincoln Park.
Concerts and a love interest have beckoned Lady Gaga to the North Side. Specifically, she's been spotted in Avondale, Lincoln Park and Wicker Park, among other communities. Read on to find out where residents have seen her.
In his 2013 State of the Union Address Tuesday, President Barack Obama touched on immigration policy, gun control and the economy, among other national issues. In terms of infrastructure, he proposed a "Fix it First" plan that may affect the S
In his 2013 State of the Union Address Tuesday, President Barack Obama touched on immigration policy, gun control and the economy, among other national issues. In terms of infrastructure, he proposed a "Fix it First" plan that may affect the N
The popularity of candy and flowers can't be beat—especially today.
