Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
Kenilworth resident racking up the wins and the dollars. She has the longest winning streak of any woman in "Jeopardy" history.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Officer Michael McEvoy is on the mend after December 2013 shooting.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Five inspiring stories from Patch.
Patch and Disney on Ice will give away five family packs of four tickets each to the show of your choice. Enter to win through Jan. 20.
Jerry Slowik, a 2004 graduate of BGHS, finished his competition after six days.
These animals have it all figured out.
Gold coin found in Arlington Heights Salvation Army kettle.
Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.
When the Harlem Globetrotters organization learned about Camille Paddock's anti-bullying crusade via a Patch article, they invited her to join them to encourage kids.
Did you get your ticket for tonight's Mega Millions? The jackpot is up to $425 million, the second largest in the game's history!
This YouTube video of Fremd High School senior Maddy Lopez's speed painting of her late art teacher Lewis Hubbard has received more than 2,000 views.
Meghan Hope Pacyna was born on July 9 and was discharged from Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove on Tuesday.
Two customers, one at each Georgio's location in South Barrington and Crystal Lake, will win free pizza for a year. The restaurant will also donate the same prize via gift certificates to two local food pantries.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Did you get your ticket for Friday's Mega Millions? The jackpot is up to $291 million, the ninth largest in the game's history!
Chicago sports fans can meet legends Fergie Jenkins and Pierre Pilote at the Sports Authority in Schaumburg on Friday. The charity event benefits the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Paul Krauter, of Elmhurst, will run in the Les Turner ALS Foundation's Run for ALS on Dec. 7 in honor of his cousin Tom Verachtert, of Palatine.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Many Palatine Township families will enjoy a Thanksgiving feast thanks to the generosity of those who donated holiday baskets to the township's annual program.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Arlington Heights Rotary Club to host Sixth annual Santa Run.
"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
Former Army Drill Sgt. Dan Alarik translated his pride and patriotism into a successful military street apparel company, Grunt Style LLC.
Newborn female western lowland gorilla born to Koola, 18, at Brookfield Zoo Nov. 4.