Portage Park

For rent: Vacant storefronts in Six Corners

Despite vacancies, business owners remain optimistic, and some new stores have come to the neighborhood.

over 2 years ago | Antony Caldaroni

City's "vital signs" are worsening, officials say

Chicago residents are being hit hard by the recession, according to a recent study, and city charities are struggling to keep up with the demand for food, energy assistance and emergency housing.

almost 3 years ago | Megan Cottrell

Portage Park fire displaces two

over 3 years ago | Aisha Qidwae

Arrest of sword-bearing man leads to bomb scare

The incident shut down Laramie Avenue between West Addison Street and Eddy Street. The suspect was yelling about killing his boss, police say.

over 3 years ago | Jennifer Slosar

Police to denote pipe bomb

A pipe bomb at Laramie and Eddy on the West Side will be detonated by the police bomb and arson unit.

over 3 years ago | Geoff Dougherty

Police investigating suspicious package

Bomb and Arson units on scene

over 3 years ago | Geoff Dougherty

Cops break up McDonald's robbery

Report from police beat 1624

over 3 years ago | Mark Draughn

One arrest in rash of robberies

Report from Beat 1624

almost 4 years ago | Mark Draughn

Noise, unruly neighbors top Portage Park concerns

A report from police beat 1624

almost 4 years ago | Mark Draughn

Traffic, arson top CAPS concerns in Portage Park

A report from police beat 1622

almost 4 years ago | Mark Draughn

NW Side businesses hit by graffiti vandal

Cops ask for help on case

4 years ago | Mark Draughn

Cops interview Jefferson Park residents about killing

23-year-old resident shot to death

4 years ago | Geoff Wallin

Police catch suspected dealers with pants down

Foot chase leads to pot stash, cops say

over 4 years ago | Geoff Wallin