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Residents Protest 'Holocaust on Trees' as Part of Riverbank Restoration

A $6 million plan to restore the western riverbank at Horner Park has been in the making since 2001, but now that funds are available, some neighbors are against the amount of trees being cut down in the process.

Roscoe Animal Hospital, Prairieland Montessori are Hiring: Job Hunters

Looking for a job around the North Side? Find our list of local opportunities here and add any more openings you know about.

'People Plaza' Landing on Lincoln Avenue

An underutilized space in North Center will soon be getting a makeover during Chicago’s Make Way for People program.

Study: Poverty in the Suburbs Matches Chicago

Suburbs are becoming less and less the more affluent enclaves they once claimed to be.

How Should Rep. Mike Quigley Vote on Syria Attack?

Now is the time to tell Quigley where you stand. Should he vote in favor of the Syria attack? Vote in our poll above and let us know in the comments.

How Do TIFs Work in Chicago? WBEZ Uses Sharpies to Explain

This easy to follow explanation will leave you with plenty of TIF knowledge to impress your neighbors.

What’s the Going Rate for Tree Service?

As fall approaches, tree maintenance becomes more important, and often, more costly.

Budweiser Sign to Fill Wrigley's Right Field

Now the question is, when the sign will be erected? The Cubs say if negotiations with the Wrigley rooftop owners remains a stalemate, it could be sooner than you think.

Are Your Bad Manners Blowing Your Job Interviews?

You'd be surprised at the things people do in job interviews.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel to Appear on David Letterman

Find out when Emanuel will sit down on Letterman's couch.

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Paint the Town Tour - Painting + Drinks

What You Need to Know About Creativity Intriguing Statistics

Chobani Recalls Greek Yogurt Products As Company Investigates Concerns

Find out if your Greek yogurt has been recalled.

$1.3M, 4-Bed Northcenter Home Built in 2012 (PHOTOS)

Take a tour of this new Northcenter home just blocks from the Brown Line station and the intersection of Irving Park Road and Lincoln Avenue.

Moving Sale with Great Vintage & Modern

Man Posts Billboard in Search of Love

Also in this week's 'good reads,' police save a man's life and customers get lei'd at a new Trader Joes.

Paulina Meat Market Announces Big Day for Customers

The annual celebration is back, and the popular North Side butcher is celebrating its customers with prizes and tasty bratwurst.

Computing Source Opens Chicago Office

CTA Makes Case for BRT, Critics Call it a 'Glorified Ashland Express Bus'

As officials present facts on the Ashland route’s usage, a number of residents are still being vocal about their opposition to the upcoming rapid transit line.

How to Keep School Lunches Safe

Lunch shouldn’t make your kids sick. Here are some tips to preventing foodborne illness in their lunch bag.

Patch Readers Oppose Syria Strike

Most also believe Syrian government will not be weakened by a U.S. airstrike.

Half Acre Tap Room Expanding to Offer Food

The popular brewery acquired the building next door, with the company’s president saying he’s planning to open a restaurant.

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

Vintage Inspired Shoebox Cake with Mary Maher from Cakegirls!

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Drivers Beware: Speed Camera Landing in North Center

Four speed cameras are set for North Center and the surrounding area—see where you need to be more cautious on the road.

Minneapolis Mayor Hits Boystown, Invites Gays to Marry in MN

Mayor Ryback unveiled a new ad campaign to draw Chicago’s LGBT community to get married in Minneapolis, calling the windy city the “second city in human rights.”

Former Socca Chef Joins New International Restaurant Grand Tour

The 10-year veteran of the Lake View favorite is joining forces with restaurateur Jesse Boyle for a new Lincoln Square venture.

How I Paid Off My Mortgage In 4 Years

Ingrid Schwarz devised a strategy to pay off her mortgage faster than its term. Could you do the same?

New Study Reveals Economic Impact of Bank of America Chicago Marathon Delivered More Than $243 Million in Business Activity

Party With Mid City Nissan

Fun on the Half-Shell Predicted For Roscoe Village Oyster Fest

Irish music, beer and shellfish will take over the neighborhood for the 15th year.

German-American Fest Starts Friday, Dirndls Optional

It's time for the neighborhood to say 'Guten Tag' to a nearly century-old tradition with the German-American Fest this weekend.

Workshop: Learn to Negotiate Like a Pro in Your Job Search Sept 10 Aurora

Vintage Garage Chicago Features Art

$1.5M Roscoe Village Home has 28-Foot Ceiling, 2 Kitchens (PHOTOS)

This Roscoe Village home right on Roscoe Street is is big enough for six bedrooms, five bathrooms and multiple outdoor spaces.

North Center's Blue Sky Bakery Featured on CBS Chicago

The local business' owner Lisa Thompson is featured on the program as "Someone You Should Know."