The 3rd Annual PIVOT ARTS FESTIVAL

May 28 - June 7, 2015 Throughout Edgewater and Uptown

The Most Popular Destinations for Retirees of Illinois' 5 Pension Systems

You might be surprised, not all head for sunshine and palm trees.

Barrel of Monkeys Presents Annual CELEBRATION OF AUTHORS - Free!

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at The Logan Center

How to Keep the Wasps Away from Your House

Learn how to get rid of nest-building nasties.

WalletHub Ranks the Most Diverse Big Cities in Illinois

How do Illinois' eight most populous cities rank in terms of diversity?

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park Announces Hit Jazz Series in Partnership with SmoothChicago

- SEVERAL SMOOTH JAZZ AND FUNK ACTS TEMPORARILY TRANSFORM THE LUXURY HOTEL’S SHOWROOM INTO CHICAGO’S HOME FOR LIVE JAZZ. -

Homan Square Detainee Alleges Sexual Torment at the Hands of Chicago Cops

Angel Perez, in a video interview with the Guardian, claims the abuse brought him to tears and compelled him to work for the cops.

June 23: The Future of Craft Beer in Chicago

Blue Sky Innovation invites you to grab a beer and settle in for some unfiltered opinions, insights and predictions on the future of

Suburban County Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Highest Income Potential

Study finds a child’s economic prospects can be predicted based on where he or she grows up.

FBI Increases Reward for Serial 'Bandage Bandit' Bank Robbery Suspect

"Bandage Bandit" believed to have robbed five North Side banks, FBI says.

Chicago Could Get First Taco Bell to Serve Alcohol

Is that even a good idea?

Report: Illinois is Hiding Billions More in Retirement Debt

A new analysis by Truth in Accounting uncovers the amount of hidden debt that goes unreported by the state.

Northside College Prep Ranked Among Nation's Top 20 Best High Schools

Walter Payton, Jones, Whitney Young, Lane Tech and Lincoln Park also ranked best in state by U.S. News and World Report.

U.S. News & World Report Names the 10 Best High Schools in Illinois

The 10 best Illinois high schools in 2015, according to a new U.S. News & World Report ranking.

Chicago Expected To Be Named Future Home of Barack Obama Presidential Center

Barack Obama Foundation will officially announce host city at 5 a.m. Tuesday. University of Chicago said to be academic partner.

Did You Know These 16 Products are Made in Illinois?

A list of cool things manufactured in the Prairie State.

Strangeloop Theatre presents an original adaptation of 'The Odyssey'

A free staged reading, including examples of our movement-based adaptation, is set for Monday, May 18.

FAIRMONT CHICAGO, MILLENNIUM PARK ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF THE "CHEF IN THE PARK" EXPERIENCE THIS SUMMER

- ENJOY A LAVISH PICNIC PREPARED BY A PERSONAL CHEF DURING A CONCERT IN DOWNTOWN GEM MILLENNIUM PARK-

An Update on Patch Site Maintenance

You can continue to enjoy Patch, but article posting will be on hold for a day while we do some maintenance.

Madigan, Illinois House Dems Taunt Republicans in Budget Talks

"Republicans were not happy."

The Stats Don't Lie: Multi-Sport Athletes Achieve Greater Success

Why your Hockey player should be playing football this summer

The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem's Summer Soir?e

Formerly known as the annual Hospitals’ Gala Benefiting the Grainger Center for Simulation and Innovation

Bump Club and Beyond Presents Fifth Annual Best of Bump Club and Beyond Event

Attention new parents: enjoy a day downtown learning about the best resources for your baby!

Broker Associates at RE/MAX Vision 212, Chicago, Saluted for 2014 Sales Achievements

Broker associates at RE/MAX Vision 212 in Chicago recently received special recognition from RE/MAX for their sales achievements in 2014.

The Best Brunch Spots Around Illinois

Warning: Do not read when hungry.

Knife-Wielding Robber Hit Subway, Then Heads to Potbelly for Dinner: Cops

Chicago cops say they arrested him as he was eating a sandwich.

New Baby Snow Monkey Born at Lincoln Park Zoo

The little guy is the first of his kind to be born at the zoo.

Good Faith

"...I became convinced that spiritual power must be superior."

Top 15 Illinois Colleges with the Best 'Added Values'

The best and worst "added value" colleges in Illinois based on mid-career earnings of a typical graduate.

The New Yorker Magazine's Roz Chast to Keynote Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis Annual Benefit

Award-Winning Cartoonist to Share Empathy & Humor From Her Memoir “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?”

How Illinois' Legislative Elections are like Mexico's

If you think about it, there's not much of a difference... except for the getting thrown in jail part.

Summer Splash Bash at Bubbles Academy

Start your summer with a SPLASH!! Grab your flip-flops and shades and head to Bubbles for an afternoon of art, music and more!

Preschool Preparation Workshop: Bubbles Academy

Preschool Preparation Workshop: Bubbles Academy

Top 25 Illinois Counties with the Most Deficient Bridges

These counties have the highest percentage of structurally deficient and functionally obsolete bridges in Illinois.

Chicago Scholars Associates Board holds first annual UnTied Gala

The Board honored Chicago’s “35 Under 35” who are contributing to positive youth development

Friends for the Cure Host Cirque-Themed Gala to Benefit Kovler Diabetes Center

A black tie party featuring high-flying entertainment, food, cocktails and a silent auction.

The 11 Most Endangered Historic Illinois Sites in 2015

If nothing is done soon, these historic sites could become ancient history.

COMPLIMENTARY RAMEN FOR CHILDREN IN HONOR OF NATIONAL JAPANESE HOLIDAY

Children ages 12 and under can enjoy a complimentary bowl of ramen on Tuesday May 5 in honor of Children's Day.

A Helpful, Plain English Guide to Understanding the Illinois Pension Crisis

Confused by all the pension jargon? Then this is what you need…

Last call for USA Football Equipment Grant program

USA Football Continues to Develop Better, Safer Game