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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 26, 2016

The redevelopment of the housing project has been delayed numerous times over the years.

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January 25, 2016

An officer and detective on the Laquan shooting case were placed on desk duty.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 25, 2016

D'Noche is becoming De Noche Mexicana and changing its menu and sign.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 22, 2016

The final idea session for participatory budgetting is set for Saturday morning. 

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 22, 2016

Logan Square immigrant advocacy group trains members to educate undocumented residents on their rights.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

January 22, 2016

A group of Humboldt Park leaders and residents held a rally and vote drive calling for change Wednesday.

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January 22, 2016

The fight over two giant billboards that overlook the square has dragged on for five years.

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January 22, 2016

The street with the most bike lane parking tickets over the past five years was Milwaukee Avenue.