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Paul Biasco

Reporter/Producer @Paul_Biasco Contact

Paul Biasco is a reporter/producer covering Logan Square and Humboldt Park for DNAinfo Chicago.

Paul previously covered Lincoln Park and Old Town for DNAinfo Chicago. Before joining the team, Paul reported on breaking news and crime in the suburbs for two years working the night shift at the Daily Herald.

Paul reported on the infamous Snowmageddon blizzard extensively for two straight days in 2011, producing award-winning coverage. He also covered the killing of Osama bin Laden, the 2012 NATO Summit in Chicago, the Herman Cain sex scandal and has appeared on WBBM 780 numerous times to discuss his stories.

Paul was born in Chicago, grew up in Glenview and graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2010.

He lives in Logan Square and spends most of his free time riding his bike along the lakefront, watching the Blackhawks and talking to cabbies where he gets most of his good story ideas.

Fun Fact: During high school, Paul played in the longest hockey game in Illinois history -- a seven-overtime Loyola Maroon victory over Hinsdale Central in 2003.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 29, 2016

One woman was hurt when a fire broke out Friday morning in the 3800 block of W. Schubert Ave.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 29, 2016

Modern Cannabis will be the second marijuana dispensary to open in Chicago.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 28, 2016

The group is a throwback to a '60s activism chapter in Chicago that fought for social justice.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 28, 2016

East Room in Logan Square applied for a late night liquor license Dec. 30.

Downtown, South Loop & River North »

January 28, 2016

Dean Angelo said the police department and City Hall should take some blame for the failing system.

Downtown, South Loop & River North »

January 27, 2016

The median rent in Chicago for a one-bedroom is $1,970.

Midway, Chicago Lawn & Ashburn »

January 27, 2016

KONKOL: Intentional destruction, hiding mics and the curious case of Jason Van Dyke's dashcam.

Wicker Park & Bucktown »

January 26, 2016

Traffic flow and lack of affordable units were brought up by neighbors at Ald. Moreno's meeting.