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.
Election judges say polling places on the North Side were slammed from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday. Voting had slowed between about 9:30 a.m. and noon, but poll workers fully expect an after-dinner rush. See what local voters told Patch at the polls.
Another Armitage Avenue store is closing up shop, according to a report published Monday.
Those at the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce are busy preparing this week for a Veterans Day event that coordinators hope will act as a "thank you" to men and women who are, and have, served in the U.S. Military.
What started as a fitness event geared toward mommies-to-be has grown into a club that literally addresses every aspect of motherhood, from the best baby gear to fashion advice. But Bump Club and Beyond has benefits even its founder never saw coming.
Despite a rocky first year of life, this week's featured pet, Delila, has a fantastic personality. She first came to PAWS Chicago this past summer and staff say she'll make for a great addition to most households.
Area residents are hoping a group of three people who are homeless—and their dog—will soon find a new place to squat, according to reports.
Lincoln Park ranks high in its number of early voters. Can you guess which neighborhood had the most people going to the polls early?
Lincoln Park police reports, Oct. 24-27.
A major construction process will soon be under way in Lincoln Park.
Check out these jaw-dropping photos! This four bedroom, five bathroom Lincoln Park home is on the market for about $4.6 million.
Researchers through the Lincoln Park Zoo are asking residents to keep their eyes peeled for bats in the area as part of a study that could help identify Illinois bat populations, species and the factors that threaten them.
DePaul University recently became one of dozens of Illinois schools that has formally committing to enhancing services for U.S. Military veterans.
Have you ventured into Naked Pizza on Diversey Parkway in Lake View yet? Well, we have. See what the owners are up to by watching the accompanying video.
Police reports, Oct. 17-21.
Murderers, as well as those who have been convicted of violent crimes against youth, are now required to register with the Illinois State Police. We've compiled a list of some North Siders who are in the registry.
Researchers through the Lincoln Park Zoo are asking residents to keep their eyes peeled for bats in the area as part of a study that could help identify Illinois bat populations, species and the factors that threaten them.
Meteorologists are predicting highs in the mid- to upper 40s this weekend. Find out just how chilly it will get in Lincoln Park during the next few days.
A rash of residential break-ins is detailed in the Lincoln Park police reports dated Oct. 21 to Oct. 23. View our chart, which includes when and where the burglaries occurred.
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
Researchers through the Lincoln Park Zoo are asking residents to keep their eyes peeled for bats in the area as part of a study that could help identify Illinois bat populations, species and the factors that threaten them.