Illinois Ranks 6th For Dog Attacks On Post Office Letter Carriers

Postal carriers across Illinois were attacked by dogs 245 times in 2022, up from 226 attacks a year before. Chicago also ranked sixth.

Man With Flamethrower, Nazi Flag In Police Standoff | Illinois PatchPM

Mom slams baby in car seat: PD | Lockdown as Bluetooth mistaken for gun | Bears' plans for Arlington Park 'at risk' as Naperville woos team

'White Castle Nerd,' Rescue K-9, More: Good News, Illinois

This week's Good News, Illinois roundup features a man who made it into the White Castle Hall of Fame and other triumphant tales.

Patriotic Dog, Cheerful Chipmunk And Vibrant Flowers: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Child Fatally Shoots 4-Year-Old In Gun Accident | IL PatchPM

Still no arrests in carjacking, kidnapping | Cop shot by armed robber released from hospital | Reality show family's link to suburb

Hines VA Hospital To Fly Pride Flag For First Time

Thursday marked the beginning of Pride Month.

National Donut Day 2023: Deals, Offers And Freebies In Illinois

Celebrate one of the sweetest unofficial holidays on Friday with these donut shop specials, perks and discounts.

9-Year-Old Fatally Shot During Fight | IllinoisPatchPM

Teens arrested, cops injured at Great America | 3 in custody after shelter in place | Driving instructor accused of assaulting student

Grills Sparks Roof Fire | Police Fatally Shoot Man: IL In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not: we've rounded up some of the stories you might have missed in the Chicago area.

Treehouse, Rustic Cabin, Lakefront Property: IL Airbnbs For 2023 Trips

Have you ever wanted to sleep in a silo? In central Illinois, one was converted into a rustic cabin complete with a kitchen, AC and a TV.

IL Summer Safety Guide: Swimming, Sun, Roads Lakes, Hot Cars, Snakes

As summer approaches, here are ways to keep you and your family safe from some dangerous situations that Illinoisans could face.

Illinois Weekend: Memorial Day Services, Music Festivals And Free Beef

Looking for things to do this holiday weekend, May 26-29, across Illinois? Patch has you covered.

Farm Flag, Moon Over The Cemetery And A Grateful Grad: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Cruise Nights, Classic Cars: Illinois Car Show Round-Up

Check out all things cars for summer 2023 in the Chicago area.

2023 Summer Festival Guide For Chicago, Suburbs

From neighborhood festivals featuring food and live music to Lollapalooza and Taste of Chicago, this summer has something for everyone.

119 Children Reported Missing In Illinois: Have You Seen Them?

On National Missing Children's Day, authorities are asking the public if they have information on the children. "No detail is too small."

Memorial Day 2023: Parades, Remembrances Planned Around Illinois

As the nation pauses to honor veterans, communities around the greater Chicago area will host events to commemorate fallen heroes.

Alanis Morissette Added As Headliner To Illinois State Fair Line-up

The Canadian rocker known for 1995's "Jagged Little Pill" joins country music star Tim McGraw as the main musical attractions at the fair.

Dad Left 6 Kids In Hot Car, Went To Work: Cops | IL PatchPM

Man drowns in mug flats | Gender neutral bathrooms will "cause violence:" senator | Man killed stepdad

Grenade Kills Father, 2 Teens Hurt | Illinois PatchPM

Gunshots over gold chain dispute cause panic | Whole Foods bomb threat | Robbers cut hole in wall to steal from jewelry store

Daily Bananas, Boba, More: Good News, Illinois

A daily banana is the secret to one woman's long life and other magical moments unfold in this week's good news roundup.

Illinois Weekend: Donut Tasting, Plant Sales, Craft Fairs And More

Looking for things to do this weekend, May 20-21, across Illinois? Patch has you covered.

Duck Fam, Band Finale Concert And Harbinger Of Spring: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

2022 Top Baby Names: IL Parents Love Olivia, Liam, Noah

Names including Charlotte, Henry, Mateo and Amelia also made the top 10.

Tim McGraw To Headline Illinois State Fair

Nelly, Ashanti, Ja Rule and REO Speedwagon will also perform at the fair, which kicks off Aug. 10.

Fresh, Local Food: Illinois Farmers Market Guide 2023

Check out Patch's annual guide to some of the best markets Chicagoland and the suburbs has to offer.

Man Shoots Brother, Takes Own Life Amid Feud | IL PatchPM

Fundraisers after 4 teens die in crash | Deputy accused of having sex with inmate | Supreme Court rules assault weapon ban can stay, for now

Abducted Girl From IL Found 6 Years Later, Mom Arrested | IL PatchPM

Masturbating intruder wakes woman | 'Fuel-starved' plane lands on highway | Man shot in both legs

4 Illinois Communities Among Best Places To Live By U.S. News

These 4 Illinois cities are among the 2023-2024 Best Places to Live, according to a ranking released Tuesday by U.S. News.

Trooper With Brain Injury Goes Home, 2 Years Later | IL PatchPM

Hospitalized man still unidentified | 104-year-old shares secret to long life | Illinois to ban doxing

Woman Pulls Gun At Outlet Mall | Info Sought On Jogger: IL In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Don't worry: we've rounded up some of the stories you might have missed in the Chicago area.

Ducklings Rescued, 'Chonokosaurus' In Spotlight: Good News, Illinois

This week's Good News, Illinois stories will brighten your day with tales of a cop who rescued a family of ducklings and much more.

Illinois Weekend: Spring Fests, Farmers Markets, Mother’s Day And More

Looking for things to do this weekend across Illinois? Patch has you covered.

Mule Barn, Star Archer And A Gorgeous Redbud Tree: IL In Photos

This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.

Bat Attacks: Woman A 'Real And Present Danger' | Illinois PatchPM

Sex offender on school bus | Plumber shot up rival's house: prosecutors | Woman killed in dust storm was local singer

6 Illinois Golf Courses Ranked Among Nation's Top 100: Golf Digest

The Chicago Golf Club in Wheaton again ranked as the 13th-best course in the U.S., topping the list of top golf destinations in Illinois.

Cop Ambushed, Killed By Teens 'Looking For Victims' | IL PatchPM

'Chonkosaurus' caught on video | Woman held in baseball bat attacks | Illinois has had most tornadoes in U.S. this year

Woman, Child Fall From Overpass | Illinois PatchPM

Girl's body found in dumpster, sex offender charged | Hawks get No. 1 pick, season ticket sales soar | Boy's body found near train tracks

Illinois Has 84 Senior Living Communities On U.S. News ‘Best’ List

The report evaluated 189 senior living facilities across Illinois and 84 were deemed worth considering for safety and care of residents.

Some IL Taxpayers Will Receive Share Of $141M TurboTax Settlement

About 143,000 Illinois residents will get part of Illinois' $4.38M portion of the settlement, which will pay up $85 this month.