I grew up in West De Pere, Wisconsin, a suburb just outside of Green Bay. While attending the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for journalism, I dived into various media outlets through internships at print newspapers, Milwaukee Public Radio and WISN-TV. I later freelanced for Patch in Milwaukee while working part time at the TV station post-internship. After graduating, I landed a full-time job with Patch as an editor outside of Milwaukee, and when the company announced new opportunities in Chicago, I jumped on the chance to live in Lake View. It finally feels good to call my favorite community in the world home!
The Chicago Marathon is just a two weeks away. Check out the interactive map to see where runners will be trotting through Lake View and around the city.
Mark Thomas says he will be running for alderman in 2015, saying it’s time for a change in Lake View.
The red meat-loving man’s-man is headed to The Music Box Theatre in Lake View to promote his new book “Paddle Your Own Canoe,” answer questions from fans and even sing.
The food experts are listing off Chicago’s must-try pizza joints, and one Bucktown business made the cut.
The red meat-loving man’s-man is headed to The Music Box Theatre in Lake View to promote his new book “Paddle Your Own Canoe,” answer questions from fans and even sing.
The Cubs, alderman and Greenly principal unveiled a new playground in Lake View after the baseball team donated $25,000 to make it a reality.
Mount Carmel Academy was recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as being a National School of Excellence.
Parking will be restricted and certain parts of area roads will be blocked off as crews begin work on The 606, or Bloomingdale Trail.
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, fall festivals — the suburbs is packed with options come September and October. We've mapped out some of the best spots in the area for a family-friendly day on the farm.
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, fall festivals — the suburbs is packed with options come September and October. We've mapped out some of the best spots in the area for a family-friendly day on the farm.
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, fall festivals — the suburbs is packed with options come September and October. We've mapped out some of the best spots in the area for a family-friendly day on the farm.
Halsted Flats is fully constructed, meaning the massive crane used to reach the fifteenth floor is rolling out.
The eco-friendly restaurant will transform a 1,200-square-foot space next door into its new craft brewery.
An expert says sales are speeding up, with neighborhood homes sitting on the market less than half the time they were just two years ago.
After success selling her empanadas at the Low Line Market, Tania Merlos-Ruiz is opening Tomate Fresh Kitchen this October.
The community’s biggest garage sale series is back with neighbors collaborating to have as many houses join as possible.
The Coyote Building is finally being transformed into a hotel after years of plans falling through the cracks.
Big beer and brat celebrations are headed to both East Lake View and Southport Avenue this weekend. The Patch Challenge: Try to hit up both!
More than 430 neighbors shared what they want to see changed on Lake Shore Drive, and now CDOT released what tops the list.
More than 430 neighbors shared what they want to see changed on Lake Shore Drive, and now CDOT released what tops the list.