Viral Taylor Swift Video | In Death, Firefighter Saves Lives

Gas pump carjacking | IL breweries win awards | Man shot by SWAT team survives | Fr. Al dies at 101 | $5.5M award in power outage death

Baby Rescued, Local Breweries Lauded, More: Good News, Illinois

This week, we highlight how two city employees rescued a baby, how local breweries are earning national recognition and more good news.

Full Harvest Moon On Friday Is A Supermoon: What To Know In Illinois

The National Weather Service calls for mostly clear skies on Friday night, with a breeze around 5 mph.

Murder For Hire Mastermind Wanted Refund: Prosecutors | IL PatchPM

Girls brawl, get arrested | Driver killed, 3 teens hospitalized | 3 threats in 4 days at elemetary school

'Mr. Bee' Working, Moon Witch And Backyard Habitat: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Lucky Illinois Resident Turns $30 Into $5M Lottery Jackpot

An unidentified resident captured the jackpot by purchasing scratch-off tickets from a Savoy supermarket, lottery officials said.

'Moderately Populated' Area Of Spotted Lanternfly Found In IL

State agricultural officials reported the first sighting of the insects Sept. 16 before finding bigger areas of the lanternfly days later.

Lucky Illinois Resident Strikes It Rich With $900K Lotto Winner

The unidentified winner successfully matched all five numbers in the Lucky Day Lotto drawing on a ticket the person purchased online.

Boy Lying In Road Fatally Hit By Car | Illinois PatchPM

No park yet to oust "Pedophile Palace" | $23M lotto win is second highest | Bears "inappropriate conduct" investigation

Beloved Crossing Guard Retires, $3M Lotto Win: Good News, Illinois

Get your weekly dose of smiles with the story of a crossing guard who retired after 36 years and other uplifting tales across Illinois.

Flag Burning At Concert | Intruder Hugs Dog | Wayward Wallaby Home

E. coli outbreak | Classic car crashes into bar | Harley rider's murder solved | Lawyer speaks out in family's slaying

2 Dead From West Nile In Suburbs | Illinois PatchPM

Suspect, person of interest in family's slaying dead | Intruder walks through house, hugs dog, steals nothing | Day care worker slaps child

2 Boys Slain With Parents, Family Dogs | Illinois PatchPM

Pipe bomb explosion at train station | Missing wallaby found | Illinois ex-NFL player still missing but appears in video after mom's slaying

Historic High Holidays Services, Fall Foliage Map: Good News, Illinois

This week, we share good news stories about a city's history-making High Holidays service, a teacher's memorable milestone and more.

Library Bomb Threats | HP Shooter Trial Delay | Tent Collapses

Cultivated meat plant coming | Bears won't seek stadium financing yet | Largest Hyundai dealership | Flag burnt at Jason Aldean concert

Poverty Rate Soars In U.S.: See Latest Data For IL

The percentage of people living in poverty in the U.S. has risen sharply this year.

Touchdown Run, A Shy Llama And Perfect Hibiscus: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Rare Green Comet Is Hurtling Toward Earth: How To See Nishimura In IL

Comet Nishimura was discovered last month by Japanese amateur astronomer Hideo Nishimura.

Birds Die In Barn Fire | Nude Pic Lawsuit | Cardinal Made To Testify?

Waiting room death lawsuit | New COVID booster coming | Smashing Pumpkins show celebrates 30 years | 'World's ugliest' courthouse's fate

Shop Shares Mission, Hockey Player Goes Pro: Good News, Illinois

This week's good news stories feature a shop owner bonding with her community and a new mom realizing her pro hockey dreams.

Summer Sunset, Busy Bee And Balcony Backdrop: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Boy, 8, Dies In ATV Fire | Illinois PatchPM

Carjacking victim dies days after zip tie attack | Church has to repay donations | Pastor slain in home invasion

Man Kills Cat With Car, Dumps It At Business: Cops | Illinois PatchPM

3 stabbed at park | Armored truck heist | 92-year-old killed by train

2 Teens Die In Crash | 'Parade Of Middle Aged Men' | Cold Case Murders

Sox owner disagrees with cops on shooting | Kids gone wild at football game? | Weed's impact on mental health | Fall fun in the 'burbs

Star Students Shine, Orchards Await, More: Good News, Illinois

Be ready to smile as you delve into good news stories of standout students, local orchards and other pickmeup pieces!

2 Teens Die In Crash With Semi, 3 Hurt | Illinois PatchPM

$4K in allergy meds stolen | Residents balk at apartment proposal | 'Violent and hostile' restaurant employees

Moonlight Bullfrog, Blue Moon And Upside-Down Squirrel: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Fall Foliage Peak 2023: When To Time Leaf-Peeping Tours In Illinois

Residents hoping to catch a glimpse of vibrant orange, yellow, and red leaves around the state will have their best opportunity in October.

'Frantic' Dog In 101-Degree Car | Illinois PatchPM

IL Marine dies in crash | CPS teacher shot at Sox game | 'Swatting,' not shooting, at suburban high school

Chicagoland Apple Orchards: Fall 2023 Guide

Check out Patch's annual guide to all the top spots for apple picking in and around the Chicago area.

Pilot From Illinois Among 3 Marines Killed In Osprey Crash

Eleanor LeBeau, 29, grew up in Belleville and joined the Marines in 2018 before her death Sunday during a training exercise in Australia.

Bull On The Loose In Suburbs | IllinoisPatchPM

Woman threatened to kill Trump, teen son: feds | Coywolf sighting | Punk pioneer, prosecutor dies in bike crash

Secretary Of State Appointments Required Beginning Sept. 1

Drivers needing to renew their license or pick up a REAL ID will need to make an appointment as the Skip The Line program goes into effect.

Police Revenge Porn Lawsuit Tossed | Tomato Fest | Trump Pal Charged

'Jurassic Park' corn maze | Suburban cop shot before standoff | Boy with terminal illness named honorary firefighter

Teen Gunman Livestreams Attack On Woman: Cops | Illinois PatchPM

Hate crime arrests | Boy with gun at school involved in slaying: cops | IL pastor surrenders in Trump case

Mini Horse, Craft Beer Corn Maze, More: Good News, Illinois

In this week's good news roundup, you'll read about a mini horse named Dolly, a corn maze that contains craft beer and other cheerful tales!

Joy-Riding Thief Steals Minibike, Golf Cart, Porsche: Cops | PatchPM

Man shot by victim | Sox leaving South Side? | Nurse strike, lockout

Wildflower Garden, Fog At Sunrise And A Screaming Hawk: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Share Pics Of Your Pup For National Dog Day 2023

Patch wants to show pictures of the cutest, most lovable dogs who live in Illinois for National Dog Day Aug. 26.

Pizza Perks, Event Honored: Good News, Illinois

Even when things get rough, there is a silver lining. Check out these good news stories from across Illinois.