Registration now open for Celebrate Highwood's Taco Fest 5K

Run/Walk with family and friends for a great cause

Cop On A Rooftop: Where To Find Officers In Lake Forest

Friday's "stakeout" at the Western Avenue Dunkin Donuts benefits local Special Olympic athletes.

3 Reasons To Be Patch Mayor Of Lake Forest And Lake Bluff

The new Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in your town.

YMCA Swim Coaches Bring Local Perspective to Film Screening

Northbrook Public Library to screen award-winning documentary with commentary from North Suburban YMCA Special Olympics swim team staff.

Lake Forest police donate bikes to help those in need

The Lake Forest Police Department donated 16 bicycles to Woodlands Academy’s drive for bikes that can be re-used to help needy persons.

DAR honors war heroine Margaret Corbin in memorial re-dedication

North Shore Chapter, Lake Forest, Illinois (NSDAR)

North Shore Chapter enjoys an afternoon of Churchill

North Shore Chapter, Lake Forest, Illinois (NSDAR)

North Shore Chapter enjoys private concert with Joan Hammel

North Shore Chapter, Lake Forest, Illinois (NSDAR)

Lake Forest Year In Review: Top Local Stories Of 2017

As we come to the end of 2017, here are some of our top Lake Forest stories from the past year.

Lake Forest Student Wins Cover Art Contest

Sophomore Lindley Wiesner was named the grand prize winner of the 2018 Illinois Tollway Map Cover Art Contest.

Bears Player Supports Abused Kids With Cleats

As part of "My Cause My Cleats," Roy Robertson-Harris donned custom-designed cleats for the Lake County Children's Advocacy Center.

Holiday Celebration Downtown In 'North Shore's North Pole'

Lake Bluff's Annual "It's a Wonderful Life...in Lake Bluff" festivities are set for Saturday on the Village Green and around town.

Lake Forest McDonald's Mural Moved Safely To Gorton

The relocation of Mark McMahon's 20-year-old, 99-tile, custom-painted depiction of unique scenes of Lake Forest is now complete.

Local barn's riders win gold at Special Olympics Illinois Games

Horsefeathers Therapeutic Riding sends 20 riders to Special Olympics Illinois State Fall Games

2017 Lake Forest, Lake Bluff Halloween Events Guide

Find trick-or-treat times and other Halloween-related events on Chicago’s North Shore.

'Saving Illinois In 2018' With Illinois Policy Institute's CEO

IPI Chairman John Tillman is offering a free presentation Wednesday in Lake Forest.

Lake Forest Oktoberfest Schedule Announced

Sixteen Candles and 97Nine will perform atthe 2nd Annual Oktoberfest celebration at Oct. 14 at Deerpath Community Park.

Bagpipes & Bonfire Celebrates 50 Years Of Open Lands In Lake Forest

The 30th annual fall fundraiser and fire for Lake Forest Open Lands was held Sunday.

Lake Bluff Public Library, Lake Bluff District 65 Renew Card Program

The library and school district approved the renewal of the collaborative District 65 Student Card program for this school year.

Here's How Forever Om Yoga Is Heating Up the Yoga Studio

Kelsey Stoll, manager at Forever Om Yoga, let's Patch in on how the practice of vinyasa is creating an authentic yoga experience.

Labor Day 2017: What's Open, What's Closed In Lake Forest

Plus, some fun things to do in Chicagoland during the long weekend.

Local Artists and Friends Collaborate for September Show at YMCA Community Gallery

Meet the artists at a public reception on September 8.

Free, Fresh Corn At Lake Bluff's Annual Roast

Friday morning, the Lake Bluff Farmers Market is holding its annual Corn Roast.

North Suburban YMCA Unveils a Festival of Food and Fun for 2017 “Party at the Y”

Annual summer celebration on August 17 now features food samples from local eateries.

Road Closure: St. Mary's Road From IL-60 To Everett In Mettawa

St. Mary's Road will be closed one day next week to repair damage from last month's rain and flooding in Lake County.

85 High School Girls In WGA's Caddie Academy Tour Lake Forest Police And Fire Departments

The girls caddy in Lake Forest over the summer for a shot at winning a full college scholarship through the Evans Scholars Foundation.

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Reopens

The hospital will be open for clinical operations Tuesday for the first time in nearly a week.

Western Avenue In Lake Forest To Close For 10 Days

Road work is scheduled to begin on July 10.

North Suburban YMCA and Weinberg Community for Senior Living to Host Free Health and Fun Fair for Seniors

"Seniorpalooza" on July 16 offers free health advice, activities, food, and giveaways for older adults

Lake Bluff Prepares For 6th Annual Bike Race And Block Party

Saturday is one of the most anticipated events on the North Shore: the Northwestern Medicine Lake Bluff Criterium and Block Party.

Simon Announces New Activation: Simon Supports Education

Simon supports the Simon Youth Foundation (SYF) in its efforts to increase educational opportunities through Simon Supports Education.

Lake Bluff Farmers Market Announces Vendor Lineup

The Lake Bluff Farmers Market opens on Friday, June 9.

Summer-long Western Avenue Construction Starts Soon

A months-long streetscape project kicks off soon in Lake Forest.

North Suburban YMCA CEO Named to National Y Leadership Role

Howard Schultz selected for Y-USA CEO Cabinet for Small and Mid-Size YMCAs.

Railroad Crossing Closing Friday

Union Pacific line across Old Elm Road to be closed over the weekend for maintenance.

Now Hiring: Lake Forest Seeks Salaried Sailing, Race Head Coach

The full-time, annual position is part of Lake Forests nationally recognized sailing program.

Lake Bluff Residents: Snag Your Village Vehicle Stickers to Avoid Fees, Citations

Village officials are reminding residents that 2017-18 vehicle stickers must be displayed on all of your vehicles.

Lake Forest Hydrant Flushing Starts: Run Cold Water From Your Basement, Garden Hoses

City of Lake Forest Water and Sewer crews started flushing local fire hydrants this week. Read more to learn why it matters to you.

Northbrook Commission and YMCA Partner to Promote Cultural Diversity Appreciation

Celebration of Cultures Faire on April 23 continues series of community events.

Lake Forest Businessman Joins American Red Cross Regional Board of Directors

Northern Illinois board includes more than 30 civic and corporate leaders from a range of professional backgrounds.