Man sets himself on fire near CTA Blue Line, officials say
A man reportedly set himself on fire near the Damen Avenue stop, in the Wicker Park neighborhood.
1 found shot to death on Chicago's Near NW Side, CPD says
A young man was shot multiple times and killed overnight on the city’s Near Northwest Side. The man was found in the 1500 block of N. Honore Street in the Wicker Park neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
Chicago crime: Man shot, killed on near NW Side overnight, police say
A young man was shot multiple times and killed overnight on the city’s Near Northwest Side.
ICE sightings prompt soft lockdowns at Chicago schools
Reports of ICE activity in Bucktown and Wicker Park triggered precautionary lockdowns at nearby schools, while some CPS board members and state leaders pushed to expand virtual learning options amid growing safety concerns.
ICE agents reportedly spotted near Chicago elementary school, prompting soft lockdown
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were reportedly seen near a Chicago elementary school Friday, prompting a soft lockdown and the cancellation of after-school programs.
Wilderhouse celebrates four years supporting local makers in Wicker Park
The Wicker Park lifestyle store highlights sustainable, handmade goods from Chicago artisans and beyond, while hosting community events and promoting small businesses in the neighborhood.
Headkrack brings 'UNMUTED' to Chicago?s Den Theatre | ChicagoNOW
Radio personality and Dish Nation host Headkrack is taking the stage in Wicker Park this Saturday with his one-of-a-kind live show, UNMUTED ? a mash-up of comedy, music, and cultural commentary billed as ?where the comedy club meets the block party ? and collides on stage.?
Good Good Golf, Englewood music fest & lost wedding rings in Lake Michigan | ChicagoNOW
On this episode of "ChicagoNOW:" Mountain Dew and Good Good Golf host an innovative tournament at Kemper Lakes Golf Club in Kildeer, bringing together creators, celebrities, and fans. Block Club Chicago shares interesting neighborhood stories, from lost wedding rings in Lake Michigan to a car-free event in Wicker Park. Plus, the Englewood Music Festival returns to the South Side next weekend, promising ?good food, good vibes, and great energy.?
Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park went car free - here's what people are saying | ChicagoNOW
If you were driving in Wicker Park on Sunday afternoon, you weren't driving on Milwaukee avenue. Meet Me On Milwaukee shut down a section of the road to cars for seven hours. It?s the first of three car-free events planned on the strip.
'Oasis' pop-up shop opens in Chicago
‘Today is gonna be the day’… the Oasis Pop-Up Shop opens in Wicker Park!
'Oasis' pop-up shop opens in Chicago
?Today is gonna be the day??that the Oasis Pop-Up shop opens in Wicker Park!
Chicago's Milwaukee Avenue goes car-free on Sundays in one neighborhood
Alderman Daniel La Spata shares how "Meet Me on Milwaukee" is transforming a busy stretch of Milwaukee Avenue into a pedestrian-friendly hub with sidewalk sales, lounge spaces, and car-free strolling every Sunday.
Milwaukee Avenue to be car-free once a month to encourage local shopping
A portion of Milwaukee Avenue will shut down to car traffic on the last Sunday of the month to encourage visitors to local businesses
Get ready to rock at Wicker Park Fest this weekend
Midwest Blender Company is one of several bands who will be taking the stage this weekend at the ultra-popular Wicker Park Fest.
Adult spelling bee takes over Wicker Park and other top stories from Block Club Chicago
Michael Liptrot from Block Club Chicago talks us through some of their most-read stories.
Shot fired on CTA bus; 1 in custody
A man was taken into custody early Friday after a gun went off on a CTA bus in the city’s Wicker Park neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
Chicago street festival organizers combat rising costs and declining donations
With rising costs and shrinking donations, Chicago street festival organizers have launched the ?Save Our Street Fests? coalition to protect beloved events like Wicker Park Fest and Andersonville Midsommarfest.
Tasting Chicago: Smash burgers, fondue and a cinnamon roll that’s bigger than your head
In the second episode of Tasting Chicago, Fox 32's Sylvia Perez explores the city’s boldest bites — from viral wagyu smashburgers to a sky-high cinnamon roll and a romantic restaurant celebrating 60 years.
Tasting Chicago: Smash burgers, fondue and a cinnamon roll that?s bigger than your head
In the second episode of Tasting Chicago, Fox 32's Sylvia Perez explores the city?s boldest bites ? from viral wagyu smashburgers to a sky-high cinnamon roll and a romantic restaurant celebrating 60 years.
NADC Burger: A viral wagyu burger sensation in Wicker Park
There's a new viral burger in town that's flipping more than just patties. The NADC wagyu burger has built a cult following on TikTok and we went to its newest location in Wicker Park.