“Not since 2002 has a Republican governor had a direct say in the give-and-take of creating a state spending plan.”
A fundraising event for Dupage Family Shelter Service including a 10K, 5K, and one mile run. Superhero costumes encouraged.
Training set for August 11
A list of cities and counties with the most DUI arrests in 2014, as well as the most per capita.
The ongoing budget stalemate in the Capitol highlights the differences between reform-minded Republicans and status-quo Democrats.
Do our emotions ultimately control us?
Shakespeare on Clark at the Centre will perform Shakespeare's timeless comedy for three weekends.
“Does it end like Detroit? Or Greece? Or just ashes? Ashes.”
Panera Bread Batavia Lemon-Aid for Kids
Some of the greatest comedians in American history grew up in Chicago and the suburbs.
If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including the Rancics move home to Chicago, police shooting in River Forest, cursing Minions and more.
Wheaton Drama, Inc. is proud to announce its 2015-2016 season
NCI 1975-2010 data reveals Sharp Disparities in Age-Related incidences of colon cancer-increase in 20-34 and 35-49 yr.age,drop in over 50 yr
And more Chicago-area stories on Patch that will lift your spirits and make you smile.
Learn the real value of a dollar in the Land of Lincoln.
Food, family fun and entertainment in the second year of this new festival in Mokena.
Garage Sale
What’s in Gov. Bruce Rauner’s new Illinois pension reform bill?
Friday’s recall is the second this week. Earlier, the automaker recalled 760K Hummers with potential fire hazards.
Chicago is the epicenter of Illinois' craft beer industry.
Stop in from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and grab your free Slurpee on Saturday, July 11.
Gov. Rauner has planted a flag on behalf of a beleaguered state. It reads: “No longer.” What will happen next? John Tillman comments.
Sometimes it takes pain to bring about change.
WTF? Some parents say they clearly hear F-bombs coming from the little potty mouths.
You have to check out these awesome pieces of street art.
The automaker said the faulty parts will be replaced at no cost to the owner.
VIDEO: A young woman shares her story of "sextortion" as a teen victim of Lucas Chansler. The FBI has released the screen names he used.
Even Netflix and Spotify aren’t safe from the impending flood
The longer Illinois goes without a budget, the murkier things look for state employees.
Puppies, Puppies, Everywhere!
Louis Bork is being sued by his sister-in-law for 2014 death.
“As Hinz pointed out, ‘reasonable’ people could get this all figured out in a couple of hours. In Illinois, it might take all summer.”
A benefit event has been planned for a local single mother battling incurable breast cancer and everyone is invited!
Magician and Entertainer Dennis Watkins to Perform on July 30
Current attorneys for Mark Lewis, a former Geneva doctor, have removed themselves.
Check out your Grateful Dead Soldier Field concerts photos from Instagram and Twitter.
If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.
Based on cost of living, taxes and average income, Illinois is one of the best places to manage a household
State ranks among top 5 in nation, in percentage of residents who are most likely to binge drink.