Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park

At least nine attacks have been reported since May 27, but police said they're still working to determine if all nine are connected. A "person of interest" is being questioned in the case.

Raphael Cardenas was killed Thursday while he was riding a scooter. “Children should be able to walk and roll around their neighborhood safely,” Ald. Matt Martin said.

At least six attacks have been reported in the Avondale area since May 27, according to police. In each incident, a man armed with a machete stole the victim's belongings before driving off in a silver sedan.

Raised concrete curbs are coming to Milwaukee Avenue's bike lane between Addison Street and Irving Park Road to improve safety for cyclists using the bike highway.

Teachers are expected to vote on the new contract this month, a union spokesman said.

The summer market on Lincoln Avenue features a rotating crew of local artists and makers selling a variety of curated items most Saturdays through August.

Bell Elementary students spent a year discussing different identities leading up to their own Pride parade. “We want all students to feel a sense of belonging and representation in our community,” a counselor said.

The market happens every Saturday from June through October.

“It’s a more eco-minded and affordable way of shopping for kids and we’re not throwing things away," a co-owner said.

The annual event in the heart of the neighborhood was canceled in 2020 and 2021. Proceeds will benefit organizations including the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center.

Proceeds from the event benefit The Friendship Center food pantry in Lincoln Square.

Eduard "Ed" Peci, 70, is a fixture behind the counter at Windy City Liquors. Neighbors are raising money for his medical care after police said someone punched him outside the store last week.

Botavi Wellness and Justice Cannabis Company want to open a recreational cannabis dispensary near Lawrence and Western avenues.

“The goal is to provide free pre-K for all 4-year-olds in Roscoe village and North Center,” the principal said.

The neighborhood music festival goes July 8-10 and will feature more than 20 bands.

The renovation to upgrade the grocery area and onsite storage will allow more people to come in for food assistance, its executive director said.

Family said Raul Basulto, a father of triplets, could lose his leg after the May 14 crash. Police are looking for the truck driver involved.

The popular neighborhood event is back — and could give neighbors a chance to snag items related to pandemic-inspired hobbies, organizers said.

The northeast half of the neighborhood would be moved into the 40th Ward, which is primarily on the other side of the North Branch of the Chicago River.

Merz acquired KOBO Candles and plans to move its manufacturing operations from Saratoga Springs, New York to a warehouse in Avondale, about 2 miles from its Lincoln Square shop.