City Offers to Split Sidewalk Repair Costs

The popular program is back: Lincoln Park residents can get a bargain on sidewalk repairs when the Chicago Department of Transportation pays half the check.

Local Police Districts Down 64 Beat Officers in 2012

A Sun-Times Media report examines shifting beat officer numbers across the city. The number of officers patrolling Lincoln Park dropped signifcantly this year.

Hultgren Defends Vote Against Fiscal Cliff Measure

Bill clears Congress, heads off crisis with expiration of Bush, Obama tax cuts, plus new taxes.

City Still Working to Change Dangerous, 6-Way Intersection

The city's Department of Transportation is working through a check list to make way for a reroute at the North Damen, North Elston and West Fullerton avenue intersection, which is ranked among the most dangerous in Chicago.

Local Shops Part of Puppy Mill Investigation

A Lincoln Park pet store joined a list of a dozen others in the Chicago area that were identified during a Humane Society investigation on puppy mills. Also on the list are stores in Old Town, Lake View, Portage Park and Elmwood Park.

Sidewalk Café Issues: Now’s the Time to Speak Up

Although the weather may not be causing you to conjure thoughts of sidewalk cafes and cocktails on the patio, it should definitely be a priority right now in local restaurant owners' minds, officials said.

No. 11 Route Reduction Eliminates Riders' 'Lifeline' Today

Those waiting for the bus on Lincoln Avenue today between Western and Fullerton avenues will just have to keep on waiting. Service to that portion of the No. 11 bus route officially ends today.

Two-Way Bike ‘Greenway’ Considered Nearby

A new “greenway” is being considered as Ald. Tom Tunney meets with the Chicago Department of Transportation next week. It could transform School Street into biker’s paradise.

Lincoln Park Energy Bills Should Shrink Under Approved Plan

A new energy plan that's been unanimously approved by the Chicago City Council is expected to save residents money on their electric bills. But, exactly how much money has yet to be determined.

Hundreds Plead With CTA: 'Save No. 11 Bus'

More than 200 people showed Monday to the Chicago Transit Authority's headquarters for the first of two hearings on the 2013 budget. Sporting yellow "Save #11 Bus" T-shirts, they begged board members to reconsider cutting a specific secti

Fullerton Bridge Serves as 'Beautiful Gateway' to Neighborhood

A long-awaited infrastructure project is nearly complete. The Fullerton Parkway bridge over the Lincoln Park lagoon has reopened. Finishing touches should be complete by springtime, officials said. Here, read what improvements were made to the structure

Area Alderman Rallies Support to Save No. 11 Bus

Ward 47 Ald. Ameya Pawar is chartering buses to the CTA budget hearing in the hopes of saving the No. 11 Lincoln Ave. route.

Illinois Tollway Hires Seasonal Help

The Illinois Tollway is looking to hire dozens of toll collectors to help meet demands brought on by an influx of travelers expected in the spring. Interested?

North Side Rep. Honors Local First Chicago

U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley (IL-5) endorses shopping local this holiday season.

VIDEOS: Hundreds Comment on Lathrop Homes Concepts

Did you attend the two-day open house last month that featured three concept designs for redevelopment of the North Side's Lathrop Homes? Hundreds showed, officials said, but we're including the plans' videos for anyone who didn't ma

Restaurant Inspections: Cockroaches at Vinci, Fruit Flies at Clarke's

Patch combed through inspection reports of local restaurants, grocery stores and other food establishments. Some businesses that had previously failed eventually passed, while others had no problems passing the first time.

Fullerton Facelift Will Cater to Pedestrians

Chicago Department of Transportation planners and local officials unveiled concept designs Thursday for the Fullerton Streetscape project, which is scheduled to be under way in the spring of 2013.

CTA President Releases 2013 Budget

Proposed spending plans, service changes, fare freezes and pass discounts are among the many aspects outlined in the 2013 budget for the Chicago Transit Authority, board members said.

Residents Will do 'What it Takes' to Save No. 11 Bus

Supporters in Lincoln Park, Lake View, Northcenter and Lincoln Square are still rallying to save the No. 11 Lincoln Avenue bus, which is scheduled to be out of service for good next month.

Parking Notice: Local Streets to Avoid this Winter

While Lincoln Park isn't enforcing an overnight parking ban, be aware of these streets that are considered a "designated snow route," or you may be ticketed.

Jobless Chicagoans: Numbers Down From Year Ago

Although Chicago unemployment is decreased compared to this time last year, numbers increased slightly from September 2012 to October, according to the latest data.

Residents to Review Fullerton Streetscape Project

Lincoln Park community members will have a chance to voice their opinions Nov. 29 about initial plans for the Fullerton Streetscape Project.

Residents Voice Concerns About 1,600-Unit Lathrop Homes Redevelopment

The Chicago Housing Authority and Lathrop Community Partners held their first of two community open houses Thursday in which residents were welcomed to give feedback on three different concept designs for redevelopment of the area.

Hotel Chateau Court Date was 'Frustrating’, Official Says

More than 20 concerned residents showed up to Hotel Chateau’s court date Tuesday only for the owner to claim he never knew he was supposed to appear in court.

Tollway Streamlines Process to Contest Violations

Agency’s new online service helps customers contest violations for which they are not responsible, usually when a vehicle is stolen or sold, officials said.

Look: Lincoln Park's Romney Supporters

Patch broke down the more than 40 precincts in Lincoln Park, revealing where the most Obama lovers and Romney supporters reside.

North Siders Party With Patch, Cheer for Obama

More than two dozen Chicagoans gathered Tuesday night in a Lincoln Park bar where Patch—and Barack Obama—dominated the scene.

Precinct Changes Slow, But Don't Stop, North Side Voters

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.

Election 2012: Results from Chicago's North Side

Check out the vote totals for races affecting Chicago's north side, including the 5th Congressional, 24th State Senate and Cook County battles.

Thousands Vote Early in Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park ranks high in its number of early voters. Can you guess which neighborhood had the most people going to the polls early?

Major Water Main Work Starts Soon

A major construction process will soon be under way in Lincoln Park.

Officials Detail Hotel Chateau's Building Violations

Concerned residents in the area recently talked about how they want to handle the Nov. 13 court date. Also, see what building violations are bringing the hotel’s owner downtown.

Local Polling Place Ranks for Chicago Early Voting

Lincoln Park is in third place in the race for early voter turnout so far. Can you guess which neighborhood has the most people headed to the ballot box early?

Hotel Chateau Heads to Court, Faces Closure

Rodents, bugs and countless other hazards found during an inspection might be the final straw for the location with a seedy past.

‘Lincoln Biking District’ May Offset No. 11 Bus Cut

Officials are working to make Lincoln Avenue the most pedestrian and biker friendly street in the area to compensate for an important bus line being cut.

Bike Share: Local Residents Choose Kiosk Locations

Chicago is asking locals to choose where to place new bike sharing kiosks using an interactive map, and Lincoln Park residents have suggested almost 30 spots already.

CTA Bus Rapid Transit to Cruise Through North Side Neighborhoods

A more-than $100 million rapid transit plan is in the works for 21 miles of Ashland and Western avenues, a large portion of which will cut directly through North Side areas including Lincoln Park, Lake View, North Center, Bucktown and Lincoln Square.

Hold Legislators Accountable for Pension Problems, Experts Urge

A panel of experts gathered to talk about potential fixes for Illinois' pension woes.

Mayor Orders City 'Pay-to-Park' Meter Audit

Mayor Rahm Emanuel is calling for an audit of the expensive Chicago Parking Meters LLC deal that was instated four years ago. The audit includes nearly 200 parking boxes that are housed right here in Lincoln Park.

Full Database: Proposed 2013 Chicago Salaries

The Mayor's office released budget recommendations for 2013 including a full list of salaries for 7,219 city positions.