Hubba-Hubba Boutique Hosts Ladies' Night Out

A popular Roscoe Village store is holding a lady-focused event Thursday night to help area women relax and most importantly—shop. Tickets were still available Thursday morning.

Waguespack, Fellow Aldermen Demand Red-Light Camera Answers

Ald. Scott Waguespack (32nd) is among those who recently proposed a resolution to the city seeking answers regarding local red-light cameras. The company responsible for installing the devices is now under fire.

Celebrations Under Construction, Faces Major Delays

The new gift shop on Lincoln Avenue in Northcenter is undergoing a massive renovation, with the owner saying they’ve encountered a few surprises.

Lane Tech Honor Roll: Straight-A Students

Here's a list of Lane Tech students who made the grade, snagging A's in every subject.

Where do North Center’s Wealthiest Live?

We broke down the household income by block in North Center and Roscoe Village. Check out where the wealthiest, and the poorest, residents in town live.

Proposed Law Bans All Illinois Minors from Tanning Beds

Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont) introduced legislation Friday that would prohibit teens 17 years old and younger from tanning in sunless tanning beds.

Date Announced for Northcenter Egg Hunt

The annual Eggstravaganza Spring Egg Hunt in Northcenter is organized by the Chamber of Commerce.

Tribune, Time Out Gives North Center’s ‘Columbinus’ 4 Stars

The local production at American Theater Company is garnering a ton of buzz. See what the Tribune has to say about the play.

Search: All 2012 City Overtime Earners

Search the database to find out how much overtime City of Chicago workers received in 2012. We've also listed for you the year's top 10 overtime earners, according to the city's data. What department do you think they're in?

Patch Picks: Gaga, Mariano's, Kumas Too Make Week's Top 5

Life moves fast and at Chicago Patch, we know it's easy to miss something. Every week, we're compiling a list of the most-read news stories of the past seven days or so that we've reported right here on the North Side.

Eat a Pizza, Give Back to Burley School

This week, make Tuesday your pizza night so you can support Burley Elementary School.

$2.75M Home: Movie Theater With Wet Bar; Elevator

Wondering what $2.75 million will get you on the North Side? Wonder no more. Check out our accompanying photo gallery for a peek inside this week's Wow House.

Crime Map: 'L' Stop Robbery; 13 Burglaries in 10 Days

Burglaries, robberies, car break-ins and unlawful use of a weapon were among incidents reported between Jan. 25 and Feb. 4 in North Center. See our attached map, which has an accompanying key, to determine if any of the crime occurred near your home.

Lathrop Designers Stress March Deadline

The team behind the 32-acre Lathrop Homes redevelopment says they’re shooting to have a completed design finished in the next month.

Family-Focused Network Hosts 'Boogie Down' Event Next Month

A local parents' network is taking over Cubby Bear for a day next month to host its "Wake Up & Boogie Down Family Festival", which has sold out for the past three consecutive years.

Illinois Senate Passes Historic Gay Marriage Bill

On Valentine's Day, the Senate passed a marriage equality bill, making Illinois the 10th state to support gay marriage.

Future North Side Food Co-op Gains Momentum, Fans

The community-owned and run grocery store would feature local products and could be located in northern Lake View or Lincoln Square.

Rep. Quigley: 'President has a 21st Century Vision for America'

North Side Representative Mike Quigley talks President Obama's State of the Union address, saying the president's view for America promotes economic prosperity.

Roscoe Village Community Garden in Early Planning Stage

The two women who helped start Montrose Green—Northcenter's community garden—are at it again. This time, they've turned their sights to Roscoe Village.

Heavy-Metal Kuma's Too Opens Today (PHOTOS)

The insanely popular burger bar Kuma’s Corner in Avondale opens its second location on West Diversey Parkway Lincoln Park on Thursday. Check out photos of the new space here on Patch.

New Cameras Aim to Prevent CTA Train Crime

Although North Center trains are crime-free in 2013, CTA officials hope the added surveillance will decrease thefts.

DePaul Art Museum: Studio or Science Lab?

Artist Marissa Benedict is hosting a discussion this week at the DePaul Art Museum as part of an ongoing sustainability exhibit.

Chicago Theatre Week Brings Discounts, Incentives to Show-Goers

For the first time ever, Chicago Theatre Week is being hosted in the city. About 100 shows are participating, including Northcenter's American Theatre Company.

Win 4 Tickets to Neighborhood Parents Network Family Fest

The prize package includes entry to the Neighborhood Parents Network Wake Up & Boogie Down Family Festival at the Cubby Bear, plus a one-year NPN membership or renewal.

$1.2M Roscoe Village Home has 5 Bedrooms, Courtyard

This local house built in 2012 has almost as many bathrooms as bedrooms in the heart of the Hamlin Park neighborhood.

State Comes Between Emanuel and Protected Bike Lanes

Though it was unclear Monday if any of North Center's potential bike lanes will be affected by recently announced state-mandated measure, more than 100 miles of proposed protected bicycle lanes in Chicago likely will be, according to reports.

Crime Map: Armed Robbery on Western, 7 Burglaries

Robbers, burglars and vandals have been busy in North Center and Roscoe Village over the past several weeks. See our latest map, which details police activity between Jan. 11 and Jan. 24, to find out what's being reported where you live.

Construction Causes CTA to Reduce Brown Line Service

For 18 days starting in March, Brown Line riders will have a longer, more crowded commute with fewer trains to the Loop.

How to get the Most Out of Patch

Looking for a new place to connect with neighbors and learn more about your community? North Center-Roscoe Village Patch has you covered. Here's a general overview of how to best use Patch.

FroYo Shop Passes on Roscoe Street Site

Forever Yogurt says they’re no longer looking to open on Roscoe, but another location in town.

Cancer Patient Hosts Concert to Raise Money for Research Center

Five bands came together Thursday night to honor a Ravenswood music producer losing his battle to cancer.

Big Bricks, Half Acre Nominated for Eat Out Awards

Three local businesses are nominated for Time Out Chicago’s 2013 Eat Out Awards, and we get to help choose the winner.

Video: How to Post an Event on Patch for Free

How to use Northcenter-Roscoe Village Patch's free events calendar.

EveryBlock Shuts Site Down Permanently

The social media forum says they're shutting down for good, citing the news industry is going through a massive change.

Roscoe Salon Seeks Singles for 'Mingler' in Time for Valentine's Day

A downtown Roscoe Village salon is embracing the role of matchmaker this week by hosting a "Single Mingler" that coordinators hope will lead clients and others to new friends and possibly, new romances.

North Center Concealed Carry Class Stirs Up Controversy

The local class, ending in a live firing exercise, comes not long after courts said the ban on carrying a gun in public is unconstitutional. More than 90 people have already signed up for the training.

Coalition Analyzes Mass Shootings as Chicago's Homicides Soar

A national bipartisan coalition recently released the results of a comprehensive study on mass shootings across the U.S. Among the analyzed incidents were two in Chicago.

Musician, Survivor Rocks Cancer Thursday With Nearby Benefit Concert

North Side resident Dan Stock is losing his battle with cancer, but not before he raises money for the center that's been helping to save his life. The 37-year-old is gearing up for a concert in Lincoln Park this week.

Suburban Cops: Accused 'Hair Salon Bandit' Could be Culprit of North Side Hold-ups

Suburban investigators said late Monday night that they arrested a man who may be to blame for several hair salon burglaries in and around Chicago. Hours after a Wicker Park robbery earlier that day, city cops didn't deny that incidents could be co

Cook County Helps 'Fix' Your Pet This Month

All Cook County pet owners are eligible for a rebate program for having their pet spayed or neutered during National Spay and Neuter Month.