Map: What Part of Town Has the Biggest Homeowning Families?

The map below shows a snapshot of the average household size for homeowners across town.

Obamacare, Cutler's Groin Tear and More

Check out some of the Best of the Blogs from regional posts this week.

Map: What Part of North Center-Roscoe Village Has the Largest Families in Rentals?

The map below shows a snapshot of the average household size for renters across town.

Download Your Patch Mobile App: New for Android and iPhone!

The place you call home—and the latest news and happenings you need to know—now in the palm of your hand.

106th Annual “Under the Big Top” Brunch and Auction

Help Setup Stair Climb for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation with One Brick

4 Recipe Ideas for a Fall Crock Pot Party

Fall is the perfect time for a great crock pot meal, so why not enjoy it with friends?

Chicago Toy & Game Fair (ChiTAG)

Nearby Breast Cancer Campaigns Could Use Your Help

The list below shows nearby breast cancer-related campaigns trying to raise money. Click an image to learn more about each of them.

How to Pack the Perfect Bento Box Lunch

Move over, brown bag. Try this creative spin on school lunch.

Kid-Friendly (and Cheap!) Weekend Adventures in the Chicago Area

Pack up the kids and get ready for an awesome, affordable adventure.

Chicago Police Remind You to Stay Safe on Halloween

CPD reminds parents to keep trick-or-treating to daylight hours and make sure kids have light-colored costumes or reflectors on dark clothing.

Visit a Museum for Free, See David Sedaris Talk

This week's '3 Things To Do Downtown' features a Bank of America freebie at Chicago museums, a reading from David Sedaris and the SOFA Chicago expo.

Haute Sausage Offers Exotic Sausages, Chicago Standards Downtown

The restaurant near Willis Tower serves up the likes of alligator sausage as well as the more recognizable Italian.

Genetics of Circadian Rhythms and Sleep: Modern Life battles Ancient Drives and Mother Nature

Creative Alternatives to Pumpkin Carving [VIDEO]

Pumpkin carving can be fun for the whole family, but if the kids are too young to handle knives, here are some creative ways to get them in on the action.

Me, Laura Ingalls and Why Halloween Means Way More Than We Think

Dolphin Calf Born at Brookfield Zoo; Seven Seas Closed Until Further Notice

Brookfield Zoo dolphin area closed until further notice while staff provides care for newborn calf.

No-Fuss Farmers Market Recipes [VIDEO]

Check out our video for ways to make the best out of your Farmers Market produce.

Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Halloween & Dia de los Muertos at Fear City Chicago Haunted House

Silhouettes at lollie

Silhouettes at lollie

What's the Halloween Weather Forecast for the Chicago Area?

Unfortunately, it's not looking so great.

Money Lessons to My Younger Self

Financial advice you wish you had in your 20s and 30s.

How to Beat the $7 Billion Halloween Spending Game

Many Americans celebrating Halloween this year will spend about $75 on decor, treats and costumes.

Map: What Part of North Center-Roscoe Village Has the Worst Commutes?

The map below shows a snapshot of how many minutes it generally takes people to get to work.

Fall into Savings with Prestige Mortgage

Halloween safety tips for Roscoe Village parents

"Twisted Circus" Halloween Parade Details Set

This year's Northalsted Halloween Parade is "Twisted Circus" themed.

Map: Where in North Center, Roscoe Village Do Mortgage Owners Pay the Least?

The map below is a snapshot of where mortgage owners are paying the least - and most! - around Chicagoland.

How to Make Homemade Chocolate Candy for Halloween

Community Update

Dad's Attention on the Train, Holiday Haze and Tax Cuts

Best of the Blogs: Check out some of our recent top blog posts.

Roscoe Village Ranked Among Best Chicago Neighborhoods for Trick-or-Treating

Zillow ranked Chicago as the seventh best city for trick-or-treating and Roscoe Village as one of Chicago's best neighborhoods for trick-or-treaters.

Headquarters Beercade Halloween Hub

Community Update

Pitchfork's 4th Anniversary Party

Victory’s Banner Named One of Chicago’s Best Brunch Spots

Roscoe Village’s Victory’s Banner was named one of Chicago’s best brunch spots.

Sink Your Teeth Into Edible Halloween Decor

These Halloween-themed foods not only taste good, they look good too.