A reader spotted this beautiful (and incredibly rare) albino deer in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.
Downers Grove South Marching Mustangs hoofed it on the field at the 80th annual Allstate Sugar Bowl, Jan. 2 in Louisiana.
These animals have it all figured out.
Meet the first baby born in 2014, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove.
Rix Thorsell kicked off his role with First Congregational United Church of Christ by sleeping outside in freezing temps, forged the first major snowfall to instill friendship in youths—and he's just getting started.
The cabbies pose against the hoods of their cars, mostly fully dressed, to raise money for a lawsuit against the City of Chicago.
Refresh your memory of some of the year's most "feel-good" stories from Downers Grove Patch.
The pop singer strolled into Downers Grove this week, and shared this photo from inside Style Studio.
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.)
Find out which homes and neighborhoods Patch readers suggested had halls decked to the nines. We map more than 60 displays across the south and southwest suburbs.
We asked, you answered. Check out our map of your suggested best Christmas lights displays in Downers Grove. Did we miss any?
Belle Aire sixth-graders and their family will volunteer as bell ringers Saturday, Dec. 14.
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.
By now you may have seen the viral video of a holiday flash mob performed by the United States Air Force Band at the Smithsonian. But did you know that one of your own stars in it?
A baby born at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove in July went home healthy with her happy mom and dad this week just in time for Christmas.
Kim Koenig's cranberry coin cookie recipe adapted from a family favorite beat out the competition in the Chicago Tribune's Christmas cookie showdown.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Are you the biggest fan of cult classic 'A Christmas Story?' Boy, is this the auction for you.
Do you know of the best Christmas lights in town? Tell us!
Downers Grove South students are teaming up to support those less fortunate this holiday season. Check out their efforts, and how you can get involved.
The online Jet Fuel Review journal features work by Lewis University students as well as national artists.
People really love their Thanksgiving Day traditions—including the Bonfield Express 5K. Registration soared to record numbers this year.
Randall Park neighbors thought they could fill 2 school buses with tornado relief supplies to send to Washington, Ill. Boy, were they off.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Find out who won our "Guess the Color" contest. Winner gets a $25 Caribou gift card!
A group of neighbors is coming together with hopes of filling two school buses with supplies for tornado victims in Washington, Ill.
Looking for ways to help victims of the Nov. 17 tornado that struck Coal City and Diamond, Illinois? Find out how.
Grab a tissue before you dig into this one, Downers Grove North fans.
Downers Grove North student Alex Duta is working with a team to create a film aimed at inspiring peers to stay positive through turmoil.
"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.
Downers Grove North will face off against other schools featured on ABC's "Friday Flyover" segments. Voting lasts from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14.
A baby boy was born on the sequentially thrilling time and date of 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12—or 10, 11/12/13—at Good Samaritan Hospital.
How much duct tape is needed to stick a teacher to a wall? Students at Puffer School in Downers Grove shelled out cash for the answer. Each piece of tape raised money for families in need.