Liberal arts colleges at times take a back seat to big private and public universities, but that doesn't mean we should forget about them. They're great institutions and Illinois has a number of them. Here are the best in the Land of Lincoln.
Income mobility hasn’t become tougher or much easier in the past three decades according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Did you see Monday's sundog?
Recent pneumonia and influenza related deaths have been above the epidemic threshold. Check the infographic below for more flu facts.
Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.
After extreme conditions, black ice is often prevalent on the roads, which can be extremely dangerous for drivers.
AccuWeather predicts dangerous cold will move back into the area Sunday night. Wind chills may drop to -50 degrees Monday night.
Illinois is projected to be dead last in job creation this year. That's just great! We've broken down the key findings of a jobs outlook report, it's not looking so hot!
Between two to four inches of snow could fall in northern Illinois Saturday night and Sunday.
Surprise your family by making pancakes with pizzazz.
This recipe is so good that Sunday dinner will never be the same again.
More snow and strong winds prompt a Winter Weather Advisory for Lake, Cook and McHenry counties effective Friday through Saturday morning.
A look at weird crime in the Chicago area.
Some of this week's top reads from among our Patch bloggers.
Wow the crowd with these party-pleasers.
No matter what part of the country you're in, here are some great ideas to cure cabin fever and embrace the winter season.
Adults can return to Camp Henry Horner to reconnect with other alumni and see the camp grounds again.
The National Weather Service has announced a wind chill advisory will again be in starting at 6 p.m. Thursday and continuing through 10 a.m. Friday.
The 10 fastest growing jobs in Illinois. Could one be yours?
A toddler in Omaha was taunted into saying a string of swear words.