North Park
Neighborhoods
- Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale
- Bronzeville, Near South Side
- Downtown
- Englewood, Chatham, Auburn Gresham
- Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore
- Jefferson Park, Portage Park, Norwood Park
- Lakeview, Wrigleyville, Northalsted
- Lincoln Park, Old Town
- Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park
- Logan Square, Humboldt Park, Avondale
- Pilsen, Little Village, Back of the Yards
- Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park
- Wicker Park, Bucktown, West Town
Northeastern Illinois University Faculty Avoid Strike As Contract Agreement Reached
The ratified contract adds 3 percent yearly pay raises and bonuses to faculty salaries, better balances workload and brings back awarded merit pay, the union president said.
15 Things To Do Outside In Chicago This May: Bike Swap, Birdwatch, Kayak The Fox River And More
You can also go to a bike garage sale, help identify native bird and plant species, and volunteer to clean up the Chicago River.
Mayfair Residents, Business Owners Can Get Money Back For Buying Security Cameras
The program will give rebates to residents or business owners who buy up to five cameras.
Northeastern Illinois University Could Be Next To Hit Picket Lines As Faculty Rally For Fair Contract
A walkout could take place as soon as April 24 if contract negotiations continue to stall. Faculty at three other state schools are on strike.
Ald. Samantha Nugent Retains Seat As 39th Ward Alderman
Nugent sealed a second term by securing 62 percent of the vote.
Run Rabbit Run Brings Fast And Furious Slot Car Racing To Northwest Side
The hobby shop from a former Army helicopter mechanic offers high-powered toy cars — and you can take them for a spin at the store.
Albany Park (17th) District
Meet the candidates for the seats representing parts of Albany Park, Irving Park, North Park and Avondale.
Ald. Samantha Nugent Faces Data Researcher In Reelection Bid To Represent Northwest Side’s 39th Ward
Ald. Samantha Nugent is running for her second term in City Council, while Denali Dasgupta is making her first bid for the 39rd Ward office.
After North Park Recycling Center Is Damaged, A Fan Launches Fundraiser To Help Nonprofit Recoup Losses
City officials denied an August cleanup at the independently run recycling center caused any damage, but the longtime founder says he is now thousands of dollars in the hole.
Shop Local 2022: A Lincoln Square, North Center, Albany Park, Irving Park And Ravenswood Gift Guide
From hand-poured candles to David Bowie-themed board games, shops in the Lincoln Square area are packed full of potential gifts.
16 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Christkindlmarket, Zoo Lights, A Pub Crawl And More
You can also learn how to salsa dance, attend a vintage festival, watch a comedy show, sleep over at The Shedd and more.
Northwest Side Bike Shop Cog Cycles Now Sells Yarn And Holds Knitting Workshops: ‘It’s Yarn Season’
The North Park bike shop launched its yarn retail side to further build community.
Halloween And Día De Los Muertos In Chicago 2022: 70+ Events To Celebrate Around The City
There are trunk-or-treat events for kids throughout the city, Halloween parades, haunted houses and more this Halloween weekend.
Haunted Chicago: Here’s Some Of Our Favorite Neighborhood Halloween Decorations
PHOTOS: Check out how Chicagoans have decked out homes across the city for Halloween.
CPS Teacher, Her Family Among Those Wounded In Highland Park Shooting
More than $102,000 has been raised to help Dever Elementary teacher Zoe Kolpack and her family. She, her husband, her father and her brother-in-law were shot.
North Park Business Owners Worry They’ll Be Pushed Out As Developer Eyes Building For Apartments
Developers want to build 36 apartments about 1 mile from the Kimball Brown Line stop. Tenants — including a hair salon and popular restaurant — are worried they can't afford the change.
Esteemed Northside Learning Center Principal Retires, But Won’t Stop Fighting For Mental Health And Special Education
The North Park school, which serves students 14-22 with intellectual disabilities, added a greenhouse, garden and student-run cafe under Karren Ray's leadership.
Sissy’s Sandwich, A North Park Spot Opened By 3 Sisters, Serves Food With A Latin Twist
Sissy's Sandwich's menu features breakfast and lunch items with a mix of American and Latin flavors.
City Worker Who Removed Black Lives Matter Sign From Resident’s Yard Suspended For 29 Days
“I told the inspector general’s investigators when they first came out that I would have appreciated, if not a conversation with the guy, then an apology or something too," the homeowner said.
North Side Teacher Who Brought ‘1619 Project’ Into His Classroom Is A Finalist For Golden Apple Award
“You can teach about racism, systemic racism, and you can always point a finger somewhere else. ... But good literature doesn’t do that. It forces you to look at yourself," said Northside College Prep teacher Alan Hennagir.