Other things to know this week in Oak Park, River Forest: Downtown Oak Park's Shopper's Reward Program underway, BRAVO! presents "Annie Jr." this weekend.
Also, student sends "alarming" gun photos, sex offender living too close to school, man gets 19 years for stealing cigarettes and dog swept away by stream is rescued.
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The map below shows a snapshot of the average household size for homeowners across town.
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The map below shows a snapshot of the average household size for renters across town.
Oak Parker thanks his uncle, who gave him the opportunity to move to the United States over 10 years ago, with half of his $8.75 million jackpot from the Illinois Lottery.
Fall is the perfect time for a great crock pot meal, so why not enjoy it with friends?
The 34-year-old man will split his winnings with his uncle, according to Oak Leaves.
The list below shows nearby breast cancer-related campaigns trying to raise money. Click an image to learn more about each of them.
Move over, brown bag. Try this creative spin on school lunch.
Pack up the kids and get ready for an awesome, affordable adventure.
This week's '3 Things To Do Downtown' features a Bank of America freebie at Chicago museums, a reading from David Sedaris and the SOFA Chicago expo.
The restaurant near Willis Tower serves up the likes of alligator sausage as well as the more recognizable Italian.
Pumpkin carving can be fun for the whole family, but if the kids are too young to handle knives, here are some creative ways to get them in on the action.
Brookfield Zoo dolphin area closed until further notice while staff provides care for newborn calf.
Check out our video for ways to make the best out of your Farmers Market produce.
Unfortunately, it's not looking so great.
Financial advice you wish you had in your 20s and 30s.
Many Americans celebrating Halloween this year will spend about $75 on decor, treats and costumes.
The map below shows a snapshot of how many minutes it generally takes people to get to work.
The map below is a snapshot of where mortgage owners are paying the least - and most! - in town.
Also, Elmhurst woman leads cops on chase, no bond for Oak Park man in murder case and Darien woman's daughter goes from Easy-Bake Oven to "Cupcake Wars."
These Halloween-themed foods not only taste good, they look good too.
At least one suburban school district is banning Halloween treats this year to help protect kids with food allergies.