...a ski mask, the other a black bandana, tried to rob the McDonald's at 6900 N. Western, around 1:45 a.m. Aug. 18. Employees told police that the robbers threw rocks...

Published by The News-Star on August 28, 2008.

...the two brandishing handguns. An employee successfully escaped through the back door, running to the 7200 block of North Western where he called police. Both robbers fled the store without taking anything. The employees were...

Published by The News-Star on August 28, 2008.

...poppy-seed bun; big slices of tomato, pickle, etc. One of these is Fluky's, 6749 N. Western Av. There, under a three-story revolving hot dog sign, you can sit in the spacious...

Published by Chicago Reader on August 28, 2008.

McKellin's, 2800 W. Touhy: $2 domestic bottles, $2 well drinks

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on August 26, 2008.

A man delivering food to a residence in the 7200 block of North Hamilton was robbed by three men in their early 20s around 10:40 p.m. Aug...

Published by The News-Star on August 21, 2008.

At issue was a west suburban doctor's $9 million plan for almost 100 units of senior housing and ground-floor commercial space on a vacant lot in the 6900 block of North Western Avenue.

Published by Chicago Tribune on August 20, 2008.

At issue was a west suburban doctor's $9 million plan for almost 100 units of senior housing and ground-floor commercial space on a vacant lot in the 6900 block of North Western Avenue.

Published by Chicago Tribune on August 20, 2008.

...man pushed the victim on to the passenger seat and drove the car to the 6700 block of North Washtenaw. While in the car, the victim tried to push the man out. The man punched...

Published by The News-Star on August 14, 2008.

They are no surprise to Paul and Stephanie Moretta, who said they had to drop the price of their Rogers Park condo three times before finding a buyer. They bought the three-bedroom, two-bath home in 2003 for $339,000 and first put it on the market 15 months ago for $429,000.

Published by Crib Chatter on August 14, 2008.

A North Side grocery store was closed Friday after management failed to comply with an order to eliminate mice and roaches. Mayor Daley's Dumpster Task Force closed Madni Mart USA, 2440 W. Devon, for an infestation of pests and for failing to comply with an order to correct housekeeping and pest control problems, officials said. The order was issued July 31.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on August 9, 2008.

The blaze affected two units of a multi-residential building in the 6500 block of North Fairfield.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on August 3, 2008.

A 26-year-old woman was standing in an alley on the 6400 block of North Western when she was suddenly attacked from behind by two men of unknown age around 11...

Published by The News-Star on July 31, 2008.

...step off at 6 p.m. at St. Margaret Mary's church parking lot at 2324 W. Chase. Group 2 will meet at 6:15 p.m. at the High Ridge YMCA at...

Published by The News-Star on July 31, 2008.

...Group 2 will meet at 6:15 p.m. at the High Ridge YMCA at 2424 W. Touhy in the pavilion in the parking lot off Western. Group 3 meets at 6:30...

Published by The News-Star on July 31, 2008.

...off Western. Group 3 meets at 6:30 p.m. at Bethesda Lutheran School at 6803 N. Campbell. All groups will gather at the McDonald's on Western and Morse after their walk...

Published by The News-Star on July 31, 2008.

...Lutheran School at 6803 N. Campbell. All groups will gather at the McDonald's on Western and Morse after their walk for family fun, crafts, face painting and more...

Published by The News-Star on July 31, 2008.

A Mylar balloon made contact with a ComEd electrical line near North Western and West Fargo avenues at 1:02 a.m. and knocked out power to about 332 customers, ComEd spokesman Jeff Burdick said. Power was restored at 1:30 a.m.

Published by NBC 5 on July 31, 2008.

A Mylar balloon made contact with a ComEd electrical line near Western and Fargo avenues at 1:02 a.m. and knocked out power to about 332 customers, ComEd spokesman Jeff Burdick said. Power was restored at 1:30 a.m.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on July 31, 2008.

John Fiorentino, 21, of the 2300 block of Chase Avenue in Chicago, told the court his actions after a traffic altercation with the three teenagers were "wrong and stupid of me."

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 30, 2008.

John Fiorentino, 21, of the 2300 block of Chase Avenue in Chicago, told the court his actions after a traffic altercation with the three teenagers were "wrong and stupid of me."

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 30, 2008.

There are lots of new conversions in Rogers Park right now but this one at 7355 N. Seeley caught my eye.

Published by Crib Chatter on July 30, 2008.

Chicago is one of the most "walkable cities" in the nation, according to a Web site that rated cities based on how easy it is to get around on foot. Top-scoring Chicago neighborhoods: The Loop, 98, Near North Side, 97, Lincoln Park, 94, Lake View, 93, Uptown and Edgewater, 92, Near South Side and Rogers Park, 90, West Town, 88, Hyde Park, 87

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 22, 2008.

Chicago is one of the most walkable cities in the nation, according to a Web site that rated cities based on how easy it is to get around on foot. Top-scoring Chicago neighborhoods: The Loop, 98, Near North Side, 97, Lincoln Park, 94, Lake View, 93, Uptown and Edgewater, 92, Near South Side and Rogers Park, 90, West Town, 88, Hyde Park, 87

Published by NBC 5 on July 22, 2008.

A 63-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly went after his neighbor with a ten-inch carving knife as the two quarreled over belongings left on the shared deck of their condominium on the 2300 block of West Farwell around 6:30 p.m. July 6.

Published by The News-Star on July 17, 2008.

Members of a newly formed ad hoc group, Save Our Community Center, spent the weekend circulating petitions at Rogers Park's Clark Street Fest, neighborhood beaches and coffee shops protesting the turnover of the new Gale Community Center to the Cotter Boys and Girls Club without community input.

Published by The News-Star on July 17, 2008.

This weekend, the Benedictine Sisters of the St. Scholastica Monastery at 7430 N. Ridge Ave., celebrated Sr. Joanna's 60th Jubilee and reflected on the accomplishments of a career well done.

Published by The News-Star on July 17, 2008.

1. Uptown (click on the link for the overview) 2. Rogers Park 3. Hyde Park 4. Bridgeport 5. Albany Park 6. Edgewater 7. New City 8. West Ridge 9. Near West Side 10. West Town

Published by Uptown Update on July 15, 2008.

Surprisingly, Bridgeport ranks No. 4 on DePaul's list of Chicago's most-diverse neighborhoods -- behind Uptown, Rogers Park and Hyde Park -- when researchers took into account race, income and age.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on July 11, 2008.

Siddiqui, president of ASAT Inc., acquired a four-flat at 6425 N. Rockwell in March 2003, and submitted a proposal to redevelop the adjacent, city-owned, metered parking lot at 6401-17 N. Rockwell a few days later.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

On another zoning matter, Rogers Park residents met at St. Margaret-Mary's Activity Center on July 1, to discuss a proposal to upzone portions of the 7200 block of North Bell.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

Siddiqui, president of ASAT Inc., acquired a four-flat at 6425 N. Rockwell in March 2003, and submitted a proposal to redevelop the adjacent, city-owned, metered parking lot at 6401-17 N. Rockwell a few days later.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

A 20-year-old man was robbed of $200 on the 7300 block of North Sacramento around 4:10 a.m. June 28. The victim told police that two men in their 20s jumped out of a silver SUV carrying 2-by-4 wooden poles, ordering him to hand over his money.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

A 44-year-old woman claims she was attached by a woman in her 20s on the 7100 block of North Western Avenue around 3 a.m. June 27.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

A senior citizen residing on the 2900 block of West Fitch was robbed by two men in their 20s who bulldozed their way into her home around noon June 25.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

More social service network meetings held in Rogers Park, Edgewater and Uptown is one way to spread the word that there is help to be found. One such person that has found work and a renewed lease on life through Inspiration Corporation is Greene.

Published by The News-Star on July 10, 2008.

"I don't claim to eat exclusively local," said Nina Interlandi Bell, 30, of Rogers Park, who founded Chicago Locavores, which has grown to about 50 members since forming in January. "It's not realistic, and there's no point in making yourself crazy."

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 6, 2008.

While walking down the 7300 block of North Rogers around 10 p.m. June 20, two men snuck up behind a 23-year-old man and conked him on the head with a blunt object.

Published by The News-Star on July 3, 2008.

Charles is an adult Rat Terrier mix. He weighs about 15 pounds. Charles is sweet and good-natured, according to the folks at Red Door, and attaches easily to people who care for him. Charles is at Red Door because his owners died. To adopt Charles, call Red Door Animal Shelter at 773-764-2242 or go to www.

Published by The News-Star on July 3, 2008.

While walking down the 7300 block of North Rogers around 10 p.m. June 20, two men snuck up behind a 23-year-old man and conked him on the head with a blunt object.

Published by The News-Star on July 3, 2008.

John Fiorentino, 20, of the 2300 block of Chase Avenue in Chicago, was convicted Wednesday of a hate crime and assault after a two-day jury trial, prosecutors said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on July 3, 2008.

"If it were just a few bottle rockets or fire crackers I wouldn't care, but these sound like dynamite and grenades," said Phillips, who lives next door to the park in Rogers Park. "These are explosions beyond M80s. They absolutely rattle the windows."

Published by The News-Star on July 3, 2008.

The man was outside at 2:39 a.m. when he was robbed and struck with a long barreled gun near the intersection of West Devon and North Washtenaw avenues, though he contacted police from 6945 N. Washtenaw Ave., according to Rogers Park District police.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 30, 2008.

July 15: Unit 1AA, 6301 N. Richmond; Unit 3S, 1032 W. Leland; Unit 202, 7334 N. Ridge

Published by Chicago Condos Online blog on June 27, 2008.

July 18: 1011 N. Riverwalk (townhouse); Unit 3N, 2525 W. Fitch

Published by Chicago Condos Online blog on June 27, 2008.

Members of the South Asian-American Policy and Research Institute presented the fruits of a year-long effort to take a fresh look at the needs, challenges and opportunities affecting West Rogers Park's most vibrant commercial district.

Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.

While it seems that these leisurely activities are pastimes that should be taken for granted, some residents of Rogers Park and Edgewater currently find themselves scrambling to preserve them.

Published by The News-Star on June 26, 2008.

Police are seeking a heavily built man suspected of sexually assaulting and taking a gold and diamond wedding band from a female nearly a week ago in a Rogers Park neighborhood basement on the far North Side. According to a Community Alert issued by Belmont Area detectives and released by police News Affairs, the attack occurred on June 18 about midnight when a female was sexually assault and robbed in a basement in the 6900 block of North Wayne Avenue.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 24, 2008.

A week after a Rogers Park woman was sexually assaulted and robbed on Chicago's North Side, authorities have not made an arrest, police said Tuesday. The woman was assaulted in a basement in the 6900 block of North Wayne Avenue about midnight last Wednesday, officials said.

Published by Chicago Tribune on June 24, 2008.

One of the busiest locations was Zam's Hope in West Rogers Park.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 23, 2008.

About 400 volunteers fanned out to more than 40 locations to help families fill out their paperwork. And the number of calls to Resurrection's hotline, (877) RES-INFO, on Saturday was double the norm -- mostly because of parents inquiring about All Kids, organizers said. One of the busiest locations was Zam's Hope in West Rogers Park.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on June 23, 2008.