Currently, at one store, the shelves are empty, just as the holiday shopping season is heading into full swing.
You picked the best pumpkin from Chicago patches and fields this fall. Here’s how to make your Halloween jack-o-lantern last longer.
Here are some places to scare up some fun this Halloween.
Calling all Patch.com readers: We want to show off your jack-o-lanterns this Halloween. You can submit pictures through Oct. 24.
More people are still shopping online due to the pandemic. Before you send those gifts, know the 2021 shipping deadlines in Illinois.
Officials from the National Parks Service confirmed oil was spilled from the Indiana plant and that officials are working to investigate.
The event line up includes a live in-person haunted experience and two virtual experiences, a VR haunted house and VR zombie shooting
Looking to scare up some fun this Halloween? Check out these haunted Illinois locations.
If you still want to plan a trip to check out the changing leaves in Illinois, here’s when fall colors are expected to peak.
See an assortment of paranormal, ghost hunting and haunted history tours in the Chicago area and throughout the state.
Here's where you can head out for some fall fun at area pumpkin patches and corn mazes.
Illinois is in the top 10 for most pumpkin patch acres in the country.
Many towns are saying goodbye to summer and welcoming fall through live music, craft beer fests and carnivals. Take a look at our roundup.
The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out to help you plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in Illinois and other U.S. states.
The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in Illinois and other U.S. states.
Officials from Loyola University Chicago said the Men's Basketball chaplain will celebrate with a virtual birthday party.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot promised a "grandiose fireworks display" July 3. Here's how to see Chicago's 4th of July fireworks.
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Chicago.
Still don't have plans for 4th of July fireworks? Patch has you covered in Illinois, along with a roundup of parades, concerts and more.
Indiana's lax fireworks laws have Illinois residents running across the border to stock up for July 4th.
Fireworks-related amputations and dismemberment increased last year. Illegal fireworks-related violations can also get you fined.
Publish a photo of pops on the Chicago Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.
Almost all of the city's Lake Michigan beaches will be open with concessions, retail space and dining.
Chicago Patch is celebrating Mother's Day 2021 by sharing mother-daughter or mother-son photos and messages of love.
Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Chicago Patch.
More eateries in the Chicago area may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.
Target, Best Buy and Costco will close on April 4 for Easter, while CVS, Dollar General and Walmart are among those staying open.
See where Seder meal celebrations are planned across Illinois.
The Chicago St. Paddy's Day festivities continue with a live-streamed parade from 2-3 p.m. Saturday.
Chicago Girl Hosts Her Own Family Toy Drive for Children Fighting Cancer
Fulton Grace Offices in Chicago Toy Drive Helps Children with Cancer
KONKOL COLUMN: A Facebook stranger's request for mom's famous sugar cookie recipe reminds why some Christmas traditions are worth skipping.
If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of trusted local farms in the Chicago area.
KONKOL COLUMN: "Why it continued for so long, I don't know except we like seeing each other every year," Turkey Bowl veteran Bob Clay said.
Chatham-neighborhood native, Chance the Rapper and his charity, Social Flow, are set to give out 750 turkeys Tuesday on the South Side.
Holiday Programming to Support 100+ Local Businesses
The 45-foot Blue Spruce set to be on display in Millennium Park was donated by 85-year-old retired school teacher, Catherine Townsend.
Need some cheer? Nonstop holiday tunes start Friday on 93.9-FM.