Magnificent Magnolias, Pond Fishing And Rainbow Bird: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Missing Woman's Remains Found 16 Years Later | PatchPM

Concealed carry holder thought 'Senior Assassin' was real threat | Man exposes self to clerk | Man takes own life after shooting: cops

'Devil Comet' Will Soon Reach Peak Brightness: How To See It In IL

Skywatchers who miss the "devil comet," nicknamed for its asymmetrical appearance of having two horns, may never see it again.

Save 20% On Forest Preserve's New Youth, Toddler Apparel Line

Stock up on merchandise at OutsiderThreads.com to save 20% through April 28. All proceeds benefit The Nature Foundation of Will County.

Child Dead In Shooting, Business Bankruptcy, Missing Man: IL Weekend

Plus: Fatal crash | Cyclist critical in hit-and-run | Couple shot to death ID'd | Teen shot multiple times | Reckless driver

Ex-Cop Sends Glitter Bomb? | Man Dead In Submerged Truck | Kidnappings

"Senior Assassin" warning | Dog stabbed | Deputy gets DUI | Pritzker wants grocery tax eliminated

1 Dog Shot, Aggressive Pit Bull Still Loose After 3 Injured | PatchPM

Couple found dead | Hero K9 dies | Bank robber at large

Teen's Music Empowers Others, Resale Shop Reopens: Good News, Illinois

This week, we bask in the cheer of a young singer who's giving a voice to teens, a resale shop that reopened after a fire and more.

Elevator Shaft Death: Worker, 23, Killed | Illinois PatchPM

Botox botulism cluster | Puppy scam | School board member accused of impersonating wife's ex on Tinder

Pelican Landing, Iguana Blends In And Dazzling Daffodils: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

2 Illinois Billionaires Among Richest Americans: New Forbes List

The 2 richest people in Illinois are among the Forbes 400, but the Chicago area is home to even more billionaires. Here's the list.

Teen Accidentally Shoots Self, Could Face Charges | Illinois PatchPM

4-year-old dies after hotel pool drowning | 'Senior Assassin' has cops warning teens | Man fatally hit while changing tire

Scary Swatting Calls | TB In Migrant Shelters | Hero K9 Retires

Reckless homicide in deputy's death | Man found dead in submerged truck | Saved from burning van on train tracks | Man dead in bus shelter

$12M Win; Celebs To Perform At Prison: Good News, Illinois

See how a local family was "shocked" to win $12 million in the Illinois Lottery, and why two celebs are visiting Old Joliet Prison.

Man Killed Wife In Front Of Children: Police | Illinois PatchPM

'Fake cop' fires gun, gets disarmed by victim | IL teen dies in Switzerland avalanche | Ex-school janitor admits to grooming on video

'Mesmerizing' Lions, Pool Hawk And Turtle On The Rocks: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Over 70 IL School Districts To Close For Eclipse

Most of the affected districts are outside the Chicago area, but at least two suburban school systems will not be in session Monday.

Southern Illinois Braced For Crowds, Traffic Jams During 2024 Eclipse

Plan to arrive early, stay put and leave late if you're traveling to southern Illinois for the April 8 eclipse, state officials say.

Gunfire Hits Iconic Restaurant, Other Businesses | IL PatchPM

Kidnapper lures women with fake flat tire claim | Pedestrian struck in hit-and-run | Man shot standing in window

Girl, 9, And Grandmother Killed In Crash | Illinois PatchPM

Fire evacuates Easter brunch | Threat to shoot up bar | Deputy killed in crash survived by 3 kids

Help Kids View The Solar Eclipse Safely Without Damaging Their Eyes

Illinois optometrists offer advice to adults and kids on safely viewing Monday's solar eclipse without burning their eyes.

Powerball Jackpot Nears $1B: What To Know In IL

It wouldn't be the first time an Illinois player won a billion dollar jackpot.

Puppy Pics, Local Nuns In Habit Of Helping: Good News, Illinois

This week, we celebrate a group of helpful 90-year-old nuns, admire a parade of puppy pics and revel in other good news stories.

Fatal Walmart Stabbing A Hate Crime? | Measles Spikes | Child Slain

Krispy Kreme at McDonald's | "Stick of dynamite" killing | Crying child alerts police to unconscious parents | Planned Parenthood expands

Walmart Employee Fatally Stabbed By Stranger | Illinois PatchPM

Trooper among 3 hurt in crash | Lawyer accused of witness tampering | Can you protect your yard from cicadas?

Powerball, Mega Millions Soar To Combined $1.9B: What To Know In IL

Find out how late you can buy Powerball and Mega Millions tickets in Illinois.

Woman Kills Her Twin | Mom Carjacked With Child | Wild Turkey Mourned

Firefighter steals drugs: cops | Cubs, Sox home openers coming soon | IL mom held hostage by Hamas speaks out | New Cooper's Hawk coming?

Centenarian Celebration, Micro Pantry's Big Impact: Good News Illinois

Turn up the sunshine with these cheery articles about a woman celebrating her 102nd birthday, a micro pantry for residents in need and more.

4-Year-Old Killed As Cop Fires At Domestic Violence Suspect | PatchPM

Decapitated body ID'd 44 years later | New photos, video released in home invasion, assault | Man brings stolen rifle into bar: cops

Sunset Fishing, Spring Flowers And Lucky Toad: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

3 Dead In 122 MPH DUI Crash | Illinois PatchPM

Release date for man who killed infant | Manhunt for ex-MTV star accused of soliciting child | Sexual misconduct by massage shop owner

$893M Mega Millions Jackpot Drawing Is Tuesday: What To Know In IL

Tuesday’s jackpot is the sixth-largest in the 22-year history of the Mega Millions game.

Class ACT, Sweet Shop, St. Paddy's Festivities: Good News, Illinois

Let's celebrate the weekend with a roundup of this week's brightest good news stories throughout Illinois.

White Male Claims Discrimination | Airport Nose Swabs | Measles Cases

IL Super Bowl champ's future | Jonas Brothers at IL state fair | Walgreens, Claire's collab | Man who caused fatal boat crash gets 3rd DUI

Naked Woman Blames 'Too Hot' Wings: Cops | IL PatchPM

7 puppies, 3 dogs in "appalling conditions" | "Emo" bank robber | $400 million SIM card scam

Peacock Display, Skyline At Sunrise And Round Barn: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

April 8 Solar Eclipse Will Dim IL Skies; How Will Zoo Animals Respond?

Researchers at zoos in Illinois will keep a close eye on animals to determine if previously detected eclipse behavior repeats this year.

3 Children Among Dead In Crash Involving School Bus, Semi | PatchPM

Vest saves off-duty cop shot by disgruntled worker | Measles cases | Body recovered from locks

Human Remains Found | 'Streisand's Son' Scam | Bald Eagle Nest

Chihuahua and mailman forge bond | Man dies in fiery crash after chase | Dozen gun arrests | New arrest for man charged with child sex abuse

Epic St. Pat's Parade; Medical Strides Made: Good News Illinois

This week, we celebrate upgrades in radiation therapy and one town whose St. Paddy's parade brought out 30,000 people.