No Luck for Lincoln: Northcenter Officials Nix Irishfest Idea

Street festivals in Northcenter are over this year, as the idea for a North Side Irishfest is on hold until 2014.

Riverfront Project Delays But Doesn’t Stop Dog-Friendly Area in Horner Park

Horner Park will soon be home to Chicago’s second largest dog-friendly park. Read on to find out how you can help move the process along.

General Assembly Overrides Veto, Legalizing Concealed Carry in Illinois

Illinois became the last state to legalize the private, licensed carry of concealed firearms on Tuesday, with the General Assembly overriding Gov. Pat Quinn's veto before a court-ordered deadline.

Still No Sign of Dogs in Horner Park

Horner Park neighborhood residents are slowly signing petitions to bring a dog-friendly area to the park. Get an update on the process and learn what you can do to speed it along.

Current Metra Chief Talks Outgoing Chief's $440K Severance Package

Metra Board Chairman Brad O’Halloran said costs for the severance package and settlement with former CEO Alex Clifford will not be passed on to passengers.

Most 'Doorings' Happen on Lincoln, Damen, Study Shows

Chicago broke down bike crash data, and two major roads in North Center have some of the highest rate of dooring accidents in the city.

Quigley Wants to Eliminate Loopholes for Luxury Yachts

There's currently a tax provision that allows owners to write off the mortgage interest payments on their taxes if they classify their boats as second homes.

North Side Officials Propose Solution to CPS Budget Cuts

Ward 47 Ald. Ameya Pawar and other officials are calling for an ‘all hands on deck’ approach to fixing local school budgets, with deficits in the hundreds of thousands.

Ventra Card Debuts in August with Fewer Fees for Riders

The Chicago Transit Authority announced the official start date to their new payment system Tuesday.

Boystown Rally Draws Hundreds, Organizers Not Satisfied with IL

DOMA was struck down, a Prop 8 challenge was dismissed, but the LGBT community in Illinois says it remains “painfully aware here in Illinois” of the shortcomings.

DOMA Struck Down, Day of Decision Rally Planned for Boystown

The ban on federally recognizing same-sex marriage was deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, so Chicago supporters are planning a huge rally in Boystown Wednesday night. California’s Prop 8 was also undone.

Pawar Joins Caucus to Support Fastest-Growing Ethnicity in Chicago

The caucus includes Lincoln Square and Northcenter Alderman Ameya Pawar (47th) and 10 others across the city.

Residents Divided on New Street Festival Concept for Lincoln Avenue

Formerly the North Side Summerfest, the Northcenter Chamber is proposing a new street festival, celebrating the neighborhood's Irish roots.

Quigley, Schneider: STEM Education Key to Growing Manufacturing

The representative was joined by fellow congressman Brad Schneider when hosting a roundtable discussion with local education and manufacturing leaders.

Northcenter Drivers: Renew City Stickers Saturday at Sulzer Library

Chicago Proposes $1,500 Littering Fine

Those opting to pitch their garbage onto the sidewalk or street will have to pay up under a newly proposed city council measure.

BuzzFeed Calls Quigley Most ‘YOLO’ Congressman

The North Center and Roscoe Village representative’s Facebook antics caught the attention of the writers at Buzz Feed, voting him the most YOLO congressman. “You Only Legislate Once”

Chicago Approves Crackdown on Dooring, Rule-Breaking Bicyclists

The new measure more than doubles fines for bikers who break traffic laws, as well as doubles the fine for drivers who hit cyclers when opening their car door.

Cook County to Receive $52M in Federal Flood Aid

Those affected by floods should register for federal assistance.

Red Light Cameras: North Center Intersections Dishing the Most Tickets

An audit of the Chicago Department of Transportation reveals red-light cameras can’t be proven to increase safety, along with a record of every camera in the city. See where the neighborhood stands, and which intersection ticketed more than 16,000 drive

Sulzer Library Officials 'Thrilled' With $5 Million Makeover

New bathrooms and landscaping are just two of the projects coming to the library at 4455 N. Lincoln Ave.

Mayor Kicks Off Chicago’s $2.3M Tree Investment at Local School

Emanuel helped plant 30 trees at the elementary school, then announced his new plan to plant almost 4,000 trees in Chicago in 2013.

Bike Sharing Locations Announced With Five Along Lincoln Avenue

Officials hope five bike share kiosks along Lincoln Avenue will help take the sting out of the No. 11 bus elimination late last year.

Lawmakers Lobby to Curb Reckless Driving During Funeral Processions

After increasingly disruptive gang funerals, local elected officials have worked together to give law enforcement more power over processions.

No Kayak Launch, but Fishing Stays in Nature Preserve Plans

A second draft of plans for the West Ridge Nature Preserve reflected community input, park district officials said.

Exotic Beetle Threatens Neighborhood’s Ash Trees

Officials are hosting a meeting to help identify ash trees in the neighborhood, which could die if not treated.

Lane Tech High School Fails Health Inspection

The inspector found “heavy dust,” holes in the walls, clogged sinks and places where rodents could enter the school.

Cubs Night Game Passes Now Available at Alderman's Office

Those living in the LV-2 zone east of Ravenswood can pick up their parking passes if they haven't received one in the mail yet.

Speed Cameras Still to Come After Red Light Camera Snafu

The mayor says Chicago will still receive speed cameras although they’re tied to the company behind the red light camera bribery scheme.

Neighbors Share Real Estate Woes Over New Target

With few details about the new Target available to neighbors, some are nervous, while others are already feeling the burn while trying to sell their homes.

Area Neighbors Tell Cubs to Slow the Wrigley Rush

The nearby Lake View Citizens Council is asking the Cubs and Mayor Rahm Emanuel to slow down while they continue to work on the details that most affect Lake View.

Pawar Spearheads Caucus to Combat Gang Violence, 'Right the Ship'

Ameya Pawar (47th) is among aldermanic leaders who formally announced their plans this week to fight the Chicago City Council's "business as usual." Public safety, education and equal opportunities are all items on the group's ambiti

Quigley Calls on Illinois Legislators to Pass Marriage Equality Bill

Members of Congress sent letter of support for same-sex marriage to the General Assembly.

Lane Tech Parents Inspire Added Lighting, Security Cameras

Chicago Public Schools officials told parents the added safety measures won't arrive immediately, but are definitely in the works for one of the city's largest high schools.

Wells Bridge Reopens, Ending Brown Line Rerouting

Commuters and other L riders facing delays this month can take a breather until the end of April. Service on the Wells Street bridge resumed on Monday.

Officials Inject $500K Into Neighboring Park (PHOTOS)

A nearby playground is under construction with plans to finish the overhaul by the summer, but it's been years in the making.

In Wake of Accidents, Lane Tech to Receive Concrete Pedestrian Crossing

After two students were hit by cars, Ward 47 Ald. Ameya Pawar granted money to build a concrete island at Western and Cornelia avenues.

Area Smokers Inhale Extra $1 Per-Pack Price

Cook County hopes to help smokers quit the habit and raise more money with a recent tax hike.

Pawar Talks New Brewery, Beer Scene in Northcenter

Ward 47 Ald. Ameya Pawar sat down with experts in the Chicago beer scene and spilled who he'd like to see come to the neighborhood.

State to Require New Vaccines for Grade Schoolers

Do you think the state of Illinois should require students to receive the Tdap booster shot in order to remain in school? Tell us what you think.