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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 »

August 3, 2016

The church had been structurally damaged over the years and repairs were too costly, a developer said.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

August 2, 2016

The owners are aiming for a more neighborhood-friendly menu at Son of a Butcher by Whisk.

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

August 1, 2016

Two officers were responding to a shooting of a 22-year-old woman Sunday night.  

Logan Square & Humboldt Park »

August 1, 2016

Deschutes Brewery is bringing its 400-foot bar and live music to the neighborhood Saturday. 

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July 29, 2016

The discovery of multiple trunks in a sealed apartment near Grand and Halsted unearthed amazing history.

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July 29, 2016

We rounded up Lollapalooza alternatives for those who'd rather stay in the neighborhood.

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July 28, 2016

Rene Maldonado is a star swimmer at Jones College Prep and hopes to swim in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.

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July 27, 2016

The grocer unexpectedly closed up shop Tuesday on Milwaukee Avenue.