High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Take a Tour of North Shore Autumn Color

Patch responds to reader suggestions of the best fall foliage in Highland Park and Deerfield.

A Father's Priceless Reaction to Son's Report Card

Every parent should have this much joy at report card time.

Volunteers Turn Plastic Bags into Sleeping Mats for Homeless

Cam's Dare To Be Different Campaign Battles the Bullies

"I’ve been there. I know exactly how it feels to be different. I wanted to die – but I didn’t."

30 Reasons Moms Are Late

I would've been on time, but...

Education, Fun Part of Annual Law Enforcement Expo

Several local police departments were represented at the event this weekend at Westfield Hawthorn Mall, hosted by the Vernon Hills Police Department.

Winchester House to Get New Chaplain

Winchester House is an assisted-living facility owned and operated by the Lake County government. Lindsey Halpern-Givens will start serving as its chaplain in early September.

High School Students Invited to Apply for VFW Scholarships

Is our Constitution still relevant? The students who produce the winning essays and recordings on this theme will earn trips and the chance to compete for monetary awards.

Updated: Vernon Library to Host Mars Rover Workshop for Kids

As NASA's Mars Curiosity nears its final destination, Earthlings prepare to watch.

Local Family Offers Firsthand Look at London Olympics

The Hetzel family of Libertyville is in London to watch events like beach volleyball, canoeing, track and field, and swimming.

Buffalo Grove Resident is a 'Secret Millionaire'

But now the secret's out. Steve Kaplan will be featured Sunday on ABC's philanthropic reality show, in which wealthy people go undercover to assist charitable organizations.

TEAMDAD Created to Help Men Become Better Fathers

David and Peggy Hirsch created the new website, along with the Great Dads Coin.

Video: Buffalo Grove Resident Thanks Paramedics for Saving His Life

Emergency responders from Buffalo Grove and Long Grove were recognized with special commendations Monday from Fire Chief Terry Vavra.

Celebrate the Earth at Free Lake County Events

CLC and Lake County Forest Preserves sponsor nature activities and environmental education events.

2012 Egg Hunt Schedule

Hunts will be held March 31 in Wheeling and April 4 and April 7 in Buffalo Grove.

OMNI Marks 40 Years of Serving Youths

Executive Director Jay Meyer, who has been with the organization for 34 years, talked with Patch about OMNI’s past, present and future.