Local running team is warming up for the Solider Field 10K with fundraiser benefiting Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation.
"I just think beauty is about being happy and being who you are," Courtney McCarthy says.
Bald eagle released in DuPage County forest preserve after surgery and rehabilitation.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Bring a donation of food or other supplies to help homeless kittens and enjoy an afternoon of fun at the shelter.
The Darien woman teaches in a small village in Burkina Faso.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
A diamond necklace was hidden in a candle by the candlemaker, according to a report.
Patch and Disney on Ice will give away five family packs of four tickets each to the show of your choice. Enter to win through Jan. 20.
These animals have it all figured out.
This Lemont resident wasn't about to let his kids go uneducated, just because of outdated info about museum offerings and specials. Ed Rafacz took matters into his own hands and designed a program to keep kids fed and educated—all on the cheap.
The cabbies pose against the hoods of their cars, mostly fully dressed, to raise money for a lawsuit against the City of Chicago.
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.)
Over 350 District 86 students were named Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission.
Alexander McCracken, 85, builds instruments in his spare time. He can't play them, so he asks others to demonstrate the sounds of his creations.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Now is the time to nominate someone for 2014 Citizen of the Year. Here's what you need to know to make a nomination.
Wrong-way driver died on I-55 but these men rescued another driver from a mangled, burning SUV.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
Trojan students will appear on the show's "Friday Flyover" segment Friday, Nov. 8.
Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.
Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.
Celebrate Halloween with these entertaining, spooky and all-around fun excursions.
"She has loved to cook ever since she was little with her EZ Bake oven," says B.J. Ward Elementary School Bilingual Special Education Teacher Diana Sekura of her daughter.
'Rolling Stone' compiled the list as part of its Venues That Rock series.