How much are you paying in sales taxes compared to your neighboring cities and counties?
It's all about thanks and giving this Thanksgiving. The Des Plaines Park District is offering free activities on Thanksgiving morning.
2014 US Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaign
Join us for a fun, family Chanukah Party! Bowling, Menorah lighting, latkas, dreidels and more!
Brookdale Des Plaines hosted a special event with the Connected Living program, over 25 residents and 40+ students from Prospect High School
Garden Club December 11th meeting.
The 6th annual Santa Hustle Chicago 5K is comin’ to Chicago on Saturday, December 6th! Join the jolly fun and register today!
Homeschool Adventures: Making Ornaments Wednesday, December 3, from 1-4 p.m. Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street
Newest playground and park renovation complete at 1755 S Maple Street in Des Plaines.
If you’re a fan of the Simpsons and an Illinoisan, you’re going to love this.
A little-known legislative committee approved rules regulating fracking in Illinois, rubber-stamping the permitting process.
Please join us at an interactive open house workshop.
Employers need to know employee rights under the new law.
Mel Thillens thanks all those who supported him in the recent campaign.
St Stephen Night of Bingo
This is the third in the series of six dinners this year.
The two barrel per family limit has been removed
Book Discussion: Achilles in Vietnam Wednesday, November 19, 6-7 p.m. Des Plaines History Center
Need any ideas for Halloween? Look no further…
Afternoon Adventures: Making Snow Globe Souvenirs Sunday, November 16, 1-4 p.m. Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street
Coffee Talk: Wouldn't It Be Something Thursday, November 13, 7-8 p.m. Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street
Let’s just say you wouldn't want to encounter one of these monstrosities.
Brianne Connolly from Des Plaines ran the 2014 Chicago Marathon with 130 other members of Imerman Angels.
There is more to the jobs picture than just a simple percentage.
With the announcement of September’s metro and local unemployment rates, here’s a breakdown by cities, counties and metro areas.
Jawbone, a company that creates fitness bracelets, analyzed data from its users to determine what time Americans go to sleep.
Former candidate for State Senate, Jim O'Donnell explains why he is endorsing Mel Thillens. Check out his letter.
Already in full Halloween mode? Here are 13 biggest horror movie box office hits filmed in Illinois.
Rob Leach of Park Ridge writes that he is backing Mel Thillens for State Representative and gives his reasons.
Use Oakton Street and Mount Prospect Road.
Lots of fun activities planned for this year's Halloween Hoopla in downtown Des Plaines on Saturday, October 25 beginning at 10:00am.
Totals measured at O'Hare and nearby Cook County sites by the National Weather Service. And what's next for us this weekend?
And no, it's not the political kind.
The Des Plaines Dedicated to Excellence Award is presented to longtime employee, John Fenske on October 2nd.
This is one of our spookiest lists ever! Don't say we didn't warn you…
Sugar Skull Painting Saturday, October 25, 1-4 p.m. Des Plaines History Center
You need to see these 12 state parks before you get snowed in!
Free community lecture on “Breast Health and Cancer Treatment”
In case you've missed any, here’s a recap of the worst designations Illinois has garnered over the past few years.
Friday, October 17, reception and tours from 5-7 p.m. Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street