Repurposing can save functional and well-constructed properties from the wrecking ball. A building at 4500 N. Winchester Ave. in Ravenswood is a case in point. Designed in 1968 as a residence for nurses...

Published by Chicago Tribune on October 12, 2008.

...that rare property that does walk the line between old and new. That's where 4444 N. Wolcott Ave. stands. With its in-unit washer/dryer, central air, and 3-year-old GE stainless...

Published by Chicago Tribune on October 12, 2008.

While visiting the many vendors and studios of ArtWalk Ravenswood last weekend, we quite enjoyed meeting artist Ann Ponce at her studio at 1819 W Wilson, Chicago 60640.

Published by The Chicago Real Estate Local blog on October 8, 2008.

6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.; 1823 W. Wilson Ave.

Published by Chicagoist on October 3, 2008.

...herbal medicine workshops before and was interested in hosting the workshop at her bakery, at 1636 W. Montrose, because her partner has a farm in northwest Illinois, and she's looking for more...

Published by The News-Star on September 25, 2008.

...herbal medicine workshops before and was interested in hosting the workshop at her bakery, at 1636 W. Montrose, because her partner has a farm in northwest Illinois, and she's looking for more...

Published by Lake View Booster on September 18, 2008.

...and 6 p.m. Midnight Circus will do it all over again at Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland, next Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, with shows starting at 3 p.m. and...

Published by Lake View Booster on September 18, 2008.

...and 6 p.m. Midnight Circus will do it all over again at Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland, next Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, with shows starting at 3 p.m. and...

Published by The News-Star on September 18, 2008.

Meanwhile, Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. remains closed after being shut down on July 30 for a fruit and house fly infestation.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on September 17, 2008.

The fire was reported about 1:40 p.m. at 4118 N. Wolcott Ave., according to Fire Media Affairs Asst. Director Eve Rodriguez.

Published by CBS News (Channel 2) on September 11, 2008.

The warehouse, at 4043 N. Ravenswood, serves as both headquarters for the T-shirt company's operations and a hub of instant gratification for shoppers. It has three sleek computer stations, where customers can order and pay for their shirts online, then have an employee pull the order from the back.

Published by Chicago Journal on September 11, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. had its license suspended on July 30, while the Corner Bakery in the Sears Tower was shut down on Sept. 4.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on September 10, 2008.

Chase Park (at Clark and Leland) is hosting Chicago's Midnight Circus September 27 and 28. This group of clowns, contortionists...

Published by Uptown Update on September 10, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. had its license suspended on July 30, while the Corner Bakery in the Sears Tower was shut down on Sept. 4.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on September 10, 2008.

...t as accessible as a big steak or a juicy hamburger, but Glenn's Diner, 1850 W. Montrose, is out to challenge that convention. "We don't put a lot of sauces or...

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

A reader writes: "Some scumbag threw an object through one of the new windows at Clark and Leland. Not sure what was thrown, but I think it was very recently."

Published by Uptown Update on September 9, 2008.

The Rail, 4709 N. Damen: $3 shots of Jameson, $2 bottles of Miller Lite, MGD and Miller High Life; $2.50 nachos

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on August 28, 2008.

383-08-S  Applicant - T. Salon and Gallery LLC; Owner - A. Saccone and Sons Inc; Premises affected - 4705 N Damen Ave; 47th Ward; Subject - Application for a special use for the establishment of a nail salon within 1,000 linear feet of another beauty salon, barber shop, nail salon or similar use.

Published by Chicago Audio Journal on August 27, 2008.

326-08-A  Applicant - Bruce P. Golden; Owner - Brian and Katie Mack; Premises affected - 4141 N Hermitage Ave; 47th Ward; Subject - Objector's appeal from the Office of the Zoning Administrator which granted...

Published by Chicago Audio Journal on August 27, 2008.

326-08-A  Applicant - Bruce P. Golden; Owner - Brian and Katie Mack; Premises affected - 4141 N Hermitage Ave; 47th Ward; Subject - Objector's appeal from the Office of the Zoning Administrator which granted...

Published by Chicago Audio Journal on August 27, 2008.

383-08-S  Applicant - T. Salon and Gallery LLC; Owner - A. Saccone and Sons Inc; Premises affected - 4705 N Damen Ave; 47th Ward; Subject - Application for a special use for the establishment of a nail salon within 1,000 linear feet of another beauty salon, barber shop, nail salon or similar use.

Published by Chicago Audio Journal on August 27, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. remains closed after having its license suspended on July 30 for failing to address a fruit and house fly infestation. The restaurant had been told on June 22 to address the problem but failed its reinspection.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on August 26, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. remains closed after having its license suspended on July 30 for failing to address a fruit and house fly infestation. The restaurant had been told on June 22 to address the problem but failed its reinspection.

Published by NBC 5 on August 25, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. was closed by the city on July 30 for failing to address a fruit and house fly infestation. The restaurant had been told on June 22 to address the problem. Ranalli’s remains closed.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on August 23, 2008.

2030 W. Montrose Ave.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on August 22, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. was closed by the city on July 30 for failing to address a fruit and house fly infestation. The restaurant had been told on June 22 to address the problem. Ranalli’s remains closed.

Published by NBC 5 on August 22, 2008.

Two minors were arrested for reckless conduct in an incident that occurred on the 1900 block of W. Montrose on Aug. 15 at 10:25 p.m. According to police, someone called in to...

Published by Lake View Booster on August 21, 2008.

2030 W. Montrose Ave.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on August 20, 2008.

Still closed are Soul Queen at 9031 S. Stony Island, Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. and Hecky’s of Chicago at 1234 N. Halsted St.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on August 15, 2008.

...faves Dirty on Purpose, Bound Stems, Detholz! and others appear throughout the day. Chase Park, 4701 N Ashland Ave, at Leland, Lincoln Square/Ravenswood, Chicago (312-742-7518) $5 donation. Also Sunday...

Published by Time Out Chicago on August 15, 2008.

...series of comic acts, ranging from acrobatics to short films. 8pm. Peter Jones Gallery Theatre, 1806 W Cuyler Ave at Ravenswood Ave (847-220-2704, solestance.com). El: Brown to Addison. Bus: 11, 50...

Published by Time Out Chicago on August 15, 2008.

Where: Send check in care of the Development Department, Community Counseling Centers of Chicago, 4740 N. Clark, Chicago, Il 60640 or drop off supplies at the office.

Published by Lake View Booster on August 14, 2008.

Send check in care of the Development Department, Community Counseling Centers of Chicago, 4740 N. Clark, Chicago, Il 60640 or drop off supplies at the office. Through Aug. 20.

Published by Chicago Journal on August 14, 2008.

Imagine if they built this greystone at 4431 N. Paulina in Ravenswood today? What would it cost to build these units with beamed ceilings and built in dining room cabinets?

Published by Crib Chatter on August 14, 2008.

Send check in care of the Development Department, Community Counseling Centers of Chicago, 4740 N. Clark, Chicago 60640 or drop off supplies at the office through Aug. 20.

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

Two apartments were burgled hours apart from each other on the 4500 block and 4600 block of N. Hermitage on Aug. 11. According to a police report, the first house was hit sometime between...

Published by Lake View Booster on August 14, 2008.

The Raven takes place August 16 and 17 in Chase Park, 4701 N Ashland

Published by Chicagoist on August 13, 2008.

The Raven, 4700 N. Clark Street and Chase Park

Published by Uptown Update on August 13, 2008.

Also, still closed are Soul Queen at 9031 S. Stony Island and Ranalli’s Up North at 1522 W. Montrose Ave.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on August 12, 2008.

Anne Ryan is one of the gardeners featured in this year's walk. The 45 year-old has lived at her residence on the 2000 Block of West Giddings for eight years and been a participant in the Garden walk for three. She says she enjoys meeting the people who come to see her garden.

Published by Chi-Town Daily News on August 1, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North, 1522 W. Montrose Ave., was shut down Wednesday and cited for several health code violations after Chicago Department of...

Published by Fox News Chicago on August 1, 2008.

...artistry. Performers include Shanahan, Kristina Fluty, Benjamin Law, Jessie Marasa and Zachary Whittenburg. Architectural Artifacts, 4325 N Ravenswood Ave between Cullom and Montrose Aves (773-743-8014, madshak.com). El: Brown to Montrose. Bus...

Published by Time Out Chicago on August 1, 2008.

Two 70-somethings were robbed in the alley behind their house on the 4700 block of N. Hermitage on July 8 at 1:40 p.m. A police report says they were parking...

Published by Lake View Booster on July 31, 2008.

The Department of Public Health was re-inspecting the restaurant at 1522 W. Montrose Ave. when it found that fruit and house flies were still in the premises. Ranalli’s Up North was told to correct the problem during a previous July 22 inspection.

Published by Crain's Chicago Business on July 31, 2008.

The latest restaurant to be shut down by the city Health Department: Ranalli's Up North (1522 W. Montrose). Inspectors found fruit flies, food stored at unsafe temperatures and a non-functioning toilet in the employee bathroom.

Published by Chicagoist on July 31, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North, 1522 W. Montrose, (http://www.ranallisupnorth.com/) also was cited for a faulty reach-in cooler that was only able to chill to 50 degrees---10 degrees below the 40 degrees required by law. A number of items in the cooler, found to be at 49-54 degrees, were ordered discarded. (Milk, ricotta cheese, sour cream, anchovies, minced garlic and french dressing.)

Published by Derivative Works on July 31, 2008.

A couple in their 70s was robbed in the alley behind their house on the 4700 block of N. Hermitage on July 8 at 1:40 p.m. A police report says they were parking...

Published by Skyline on July 31, 2008.

Jimmy Figueroa, 54, of 4024 N. Ashland, was arrested for reckless conduct on July 23 at 10:20 p.m. Police were...

Published by Lake View Booster on July 31, 2008.

Ranalli’s Up North, at 1522 W. Montrose Ave., was shut down Wednesday and cited for several health code violations after Chicago Department of...

Published by NBC 5 on July 31, 2008.

1601 W. Montrose Ave.

Published by ABC News (Channel 7) on July 30, 2008.