A major solar flare launched off the Sun Wednesday, potentially unleashing a geomagnetic storm that could interrupt communications.
Apple picking season is here! And we've compiled a list of some of the best orchards for pick-your-own apples and plenty of fall fun.
Where is the true dividing line?
Edward Hospital has seen more patients with respiratory illnesses in recent weeks but its unclear if they have enterovirus D68.
Enterovirus D68 has sent hundreds of kids to the hospital in recent weeks.
Illinois' favorite NFL team might be obvious, but what about its favorite college team? Or favorite NFL team from a different state?
Humidity swept away by cold front. What to expect in the coming days.
Patch teams up with crisis services group Hope and Friendship Foundation to raise money for suicide awareness and prevention.
Illinois has its share of creepy roads. But it also has some downright eerie places. We offer eight from around the state. Check them out.
Sept. 20 event benefits efforts to build "House of Hope" in memory of slain mom-to-be Alisha Bromfield.
Breaking down the number of concealed carry permits issued in each Illinois county.
We found the Illinois counties with the most and fewest registered sex offenders per capita. Is your county one of them?
The secret: Carry it across state lines. $100 in Illinois buys more here than in Jersey and California. How do we compare to our neighbors?
Entries are being accepted for Goodenow Grove Fall Fest.
#PatchChicago: Remembering Robin Williams • Teddy Bear Thievery • Local Rum Distillers on Reality TV • Ironworker's Skyscraper Video & more.
Event is Aug. 23 at Silver Cross Field in Joliet.
Say goodbye to the Patch app and hello to the new, mobile-friendly Patch.com.
Car show, free concert Aug. 16.
The Perseids, which produce fast and bright meteors that frequently leave trains, peak Aug. 11-13.
Donations of gently used items can be dropped off Friday.
State representatives address crashes that claimed lives on I-55, Route 6.
Rate is a 6.5 percent savings compared to ComEd.