Jefferson Park, Portage Park, Norwood Park
Inspired By Mister Rogers, Jefferson Park Church Starts Video Series To Build Bonds Among Northwest Side Neighbors
"Won't You Be My Neighbor?" tackles issues of affordable, housing, homelessness, racial justice, inclusion and community development.
Tour Dunning On Two Wheels Saturday To Celebrate Neigborhood’s New E-Bike Divvy Stations
Locals can use their own bikes or Divvy bikes for the 8-mile ride. There will be refreshments from Eli's Cheesecake.
Jefferson Park’s Alchemy Chicago Art Gallery Closes For Good After City Shuts It Down
The co-owner of Alchemy Chicago, which attracted artists of color from around the city, said he suspects some neighbors weren't happy with the gallery's clientele. But the city said he had no license to operate.
City Looks To Sell Always-Empty Six Corners Parking Lot, But Some Say A Revived Portage Theater Will Need The Spaces
The lot at 4050 N. LaPorte Ave. would be packed when the Portage Theater was active. But shoppers coming to the area rarely use it now.
10 More Chicago Libraries Extend Sunday Hours
The libraries are now open 1-5 p.m. Sundays so people can access free internet and other resources.
Superdawg’s Been A Chicago Icon For Decades. Here’s What Makes Their Hot Dogs So Special
The Far Northwest Side drive-in is still family-owned. Its hot dogs — excuse us, we meant "Superdawgs" — are particularly beloved.
After Jefferson Park Cyclist Killed On Milwaukee Avenue, Advocates Push City To Fix The ‘Bike Highway’ — Before Someone Else Dies
"We need protected routes on major ways or intermediary routes to bike safely — and we needed it years ago," said a Northwest Side cycling advocate.
Jeff Fest Returns To Jefferson Park For 20th Year Of Music, Food And More
Tickets to the family-friendly festival are $6 in advance and $7 at the door. Kids 12 and younger are free with an adult.
Friends Of 6-Year-Old Norwood Park Girl With Cancer To Host Fundraiser Sunday To Support Family
The MollyStrong Family Day is Sunday. There will be carnival games, Irish dancers, balloon creations and more.
‘Night Out In The Parks’ Makes Late Summer Return To Northwest Side
The Brave Space Circus Show will be held Aug. 6 at Wilson Park.
Chicago Style: 40 Photos Of Hot Dogs — And The Stands We Love — To Make You Drool Today
PHOTOS: In Chicago, hot dogs aren't just a meal — they're a work of art.
As Six Corners Sears Overhaul Inches Forward, Some Northwest Siders Celebrate Luxury Apartment Plan — But Others Worry About Affordability
Of 209 luxury apartments planned for the vacant Sears building, just six will be affordable, according to the zoning application. It won't be subject to the city's new affordability ordinance, which goes into effect in October.
Jefferson Park’s Copernicus Foundation Marks 50 Years With History Book: ‘This Place Is A Legacy’
Polish Americans Joseph Barnas and Alina Bosak created the book, which leaders said will be the first comprehensive history of the foundation.
Lake Effect Brewing’s Firehouse Brewpub One Step Closer To Opening After City Council Lifts Liquor Ban
The firehouse brewery and kitchen are slated to open in summer 2022.
Norwood Park Girl, 6, Battling Cancer To Be Honored By City Council For ‘Extraordinary Strength And Courage’
"Molly's extraordinary strength and courage has inspired her family, friends, and neighbors," the resolution says of Molly Morris.
Volunteers Have Cleaned Up The Dunning-Read Conservation Area For Years. Finally, They Could Get Help From The State
Volunteers and nature conservationists say the area has become difficult to access as maintenance has fallen off. They hope state funds will help with removing weeds and installing better trails, fences, signs and parking.
After 25 Years In Edison Park, Zia’s Trattoria Is Moving To Norwood Park: ‘The Neighborhood Is Ready For A Restaurant’
Zia's Social plans to open in October inside the former Iron Horse Ale House, which closed last year because of the pandemic.
Portage Park Gallery Wants To Create More Opportunities For Visual Artists: ‘This Area Really Needs It’
The Seventh Corner Gallery's first pop-up is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the Irish American Heritage Center. It will feature work from five Northwest Side illustrators.
Chicago’s Ultimate Ice Cream Guide: 100+ Places To Get Soft Serve, Shakes, Paletas And More Across The City
From soft serve to Thai rolled ice cream, mangoneadas and paletas, we've rounded up more than 90 spots with the best chilly sweet treats in Chicago.
Max’s Chicken Restaurant In Mayfair Brings A Taste Of Home To Chicago’s Filipino Community
Max's is a beloved staple in the Philippines — but the Mayfair location is the first from the chain in the Midwest.
