Good reads and good people: A local businessman chips in to back a library program. A unique program provides young men with an opportunity to talk. And a dad finds away to make a local mom's life easier.
Pioneer Elementary School English-as-a-Second-Language instructor Rita Guzman has been honored for demonstrating strong service leadership, both on the job and in the community.
These animals have it all figured out.
Bolingbrook-based firm presents check that will help Tibbott Elementary School officials purchase interactive books for students to use on iPad minis.
One local woman worked to rescue a dog all but left for dead, while a group of local gymnasts organized a food drive to feed the hungry.
Good reads and good people: A student's vocals rings loud and clear. A volunteer group participates in Wreaths Across America. And a mom breaks down reading her son's note asking dad to come home for the holidays.
The cabbies pose against the hoods of their cars, mostly fully dressed, to raise money for a lawsuit against the City of Chicago.
Student will be honored for award-winning composition "Of That Sweet Imprisonment" on Jan. 25 at ceremony in Peoria.
Gesture intended to raise the spirits of school children in Washington and Coal City/Diamond.
Good reads and good people: A big brother returns home from boot camp and is reunited with his little sister. A radio marathon nets big bucks for a local hospital. And a big-time football standout picks his college destination.
Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.
Is this dad a jerk or a prankster? What a terrible gift. (Unless you're a Packers fan.)
A first-grader finishes her lunch and then turns to find a surprise waiting for her Thursday at Bolingbrook's Tibbott Elementary School.
Staff members at Bolingbrook middle school partner with local business representatives to raise money and buy winter coats and toys for Humphrey families.
Park district wrapping event runs from 9-11 a.m. Saturday and residents are encourage to donate gifts that will be presented to a local charity.
Unique holiday-themed scavenger hunt organized by Tibbott Elementary School Library Media Center Director Erin Preder.
In a cooperative effort, business partners team with firefighters and work to ensure that the goal of Operation Christmas is fulfilled and that the children of Bolingbrook have a happy holiday.
Dr. Daniel Hauser received the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal, or “Cross of Honor,” at a Diocese of Joliet’s Year of Faith ceremony.
Good reads and good people: A basketball coach teaches her girls a lesson that transcends the court. Some 'Best Buddies' put the finishing touches on their high school legacy. And a man who builds instruments is saluted.
Raiders raise funds for pediatric cancer research at Lurie Children's Hospital.
Completed artwork will hang on the wall of the first landing in the D Wing stairway.
Michael Edwards, Mark Lou and Tosin Owolabi advance to a Feb. 4 competition pitting the best spellers in Valley View School District against each other.
Tsimba Malonga's drive ignites 15-1 scoring run as Bulldogs oust Homer Junior High in sectional championship game.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Bolingbrook's Joelle Tobar honored for her work in developing an engaged workplace.
Good reads and good people: In Lemont, a little girl gets a special bike. In Dubai, a JJC pastry chef wins another award. And, in Downers Grove, students step up to help those in need for the holidays.
Holiday project allows children to get acquainted with others through the No Excuses University Network.
The two seniors will perform in an Illinois Music Education Association concert in January.
A first-place finish in Rockford has the Brooks Middle School cheerleading squad revved up for an appearance in the Illinois state finals in Springfield in January.
B.J. Ward staff members and families are participating in a program to provide gifts for children who might not otherwise receive them this holiday season.
Rebecca Battista-Sullivan returned to her roots in 2010 and spent time working at R.C. Hill and Hermansen in Romeoville before taking her current position teaching singing classes in Bolingbrook.
Wrong-way driver died on I-55 but these men rescued another driver from a mangled, burning SUV.
The Larsen Family home in Elburn—with more than 1 million holiday lights—will be featured on the Dec. 16 edition of ABC-TV's new competition series.
The count represents a 10 percent jump from last year and nearly a 30 percent increase over the last two years.
Good reads and good people: An award goes to the assistant principal at Tibbott Elementary School. Students in Romeoville volunteer during a food drive. And a Joliet woman looks to reunite found items with their owners.
"I had some conversations with my wife, and we decided that if there's anything I would want my name on, it would be the chapel, something connected to spirituality," says Ron Hawkins.
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"Amanda's energy, enthusiasm and creativity (have) been a motivating force for students, staff and the school community as a whole," says Bolingbrook Tibbott Elementary School Principal Ana Wilson.
First-grade teacher Nancy Anding said it was "transforming" to see the devastation in Washington, Illinois, but also "incredible" to witness the outpouring of help.