New Report Highlights 10 Trends You Should Know about Illinois' Heroin Epidemic

Ten disturbing facts about the state's heroin crisis.

Insurance Denied on Day of Mastectomy Surgery / One-Eyed Drunk Deserved Beating / Facebook Humiliates Woman with Disease

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including two families connected by one house, fate and cancer and the ‘ominous’ Patrick Kane case.

Baby Gets Much-Needed Liver / 65,000 Meals for Needy / Wolf Pups / Jennifer Hudson Dazzles

JUST GOOD NEWS: 17 Chicago-area stories on Patch to lift your spirits and make you smile.

Watch Golf Ball Sized Hail Pound Lake Michigan

Quiet Sunday afternoon interrupted by an intense thunderstorm that wreaked havoc on the city's Far North Side.

Baby Survives Hot Car / American Sniper Corn Maze / Pets Live Through Devastating Squalor / Marine Enters Hall of Heroes

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including a nurse raising money for a CuddleCot, arrest made in attack on dog with firecracker.

Winning $850,000 Lucky Day Lotto Ticket Purchased at Lake View 7-Eleven

Illinois Lottery officials urge players to check their Lucky Day Lotto tickets for the July 28 drawing to see if they are the lucky winner.

Thirteen a 'Lucky' Number for Kittens Found Trapped Inside Duffel Bag

Someone dumped a duffel bag with thirteen kittens trapped inside a duffel bag in 85-degree heat outside of PAWS Chicago.

Immigrant Plans to Share Lotto Winnings with Family

A retailer worker and Nepal native says he will share $200,000 Illinois Lottery prize with his nine siblings.

Descendants Recall Family-Owned Funeral Homes' Role in Eastland Disaster

Recalling the 100th anniversary of the capsizing of the Eastland in the Chicago River on July 24, 1915, that killed 844 people.

Chicago Skyline Dinner Cruise August 31 to Support Thomas More Society

Thomas More Society Hosts Chicago Skyline Dinner Cruise August 31 to Celebrate Life, Family and Religious Liberty.

Peace and a $1,000 Tip / Landlord Wants War Vet's Dog to Move Out / Brother Thwarts Sister's Would-Be Kidnapper / Goose Hospitalizes Biker

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including an allegedly devastating breast exam and a felony candy burglary.

Past Families Return to Celebrate Ronald McDonald House's 20th Birthday

Saturday, July 18, the Ronald McDonald House near Loyola will commemorate the event with house tours, food, carnival games and live music

Lincoln Park Zoo Reveals Genders of Red Panda Cubs

It's a boy -- and a girl -- for mama Leafa and papa Phoenix at the Lincoln Park Zoo.

Baby in Stroller Killed by Speeding Getaway Car / Daycare Death Ruling Changed / Accused Papal Blood Thief Nabbed / Cops Save Stranded Aretha Franklin

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including the Rancics move home to Chicago, police shooting in River Forest, cursing Minions and more.

Watch 'Deep Dish' Bertoletti Swallow 120 Eggs in Less than a Minute

The Chicago-area extreme-eating champ wowed the "America's Got Talent" judges with his iron stomach. What will he eat next?

Memories of Cubs World Series / Aretha Franklin Rescued / '2 Broke Girls' Accent / Jennifer Hudson Sings

And more Chicago-area stories on Patch that will lift your spirits and make you smile.

Serial Stowaway Busted Again and Again / Pope's Blood Stolen / Tea Party's Islam Info Chat Shut Down / Hospital Sued Over Boy's Brain Damage

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

'Darling' of a Day / Cops Become Kids' Heroes / A Blackhawk's Beer / One Lucky Postal Worker

And more Chicago-area stories on Patch that will lift your spirits and make you smile.

World War II Veterans Sought for Honor Flights

Friends, family—Honor Flight Chicago needs your help connecting them with WWII vets.

Teen Drinkers Totally Trash Man's House / Charlie Sheen Hates on Illinois Town / Widow Sues Because Drunk Husband Froze to Death / Wedding Errands Lead to Lottery Win

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

#ChicagoPride Photos: 1 Million People Celebrate as History is Made

The Stanley Cup, rainbow Jesus, the mayor, the Wienermobile, #LoveWins and more at the 2015 Chicago Pride Parade.

The Chardonnay Run Celebrates With Wine At The Finish Line

New Fun 5K Takes Place This Saturday, June 27th at Grant Park in Chicago, IL

Mom Tried to Scare Daughter Away from Sexting Man / Kid Left at McDonald's While Mom Shopped / Cemetery Dumpster Angers Widower / Live in a 'Mini' MJ House

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

DISCOVER AN ABUNDANCE OF LITERARY GEMS AT CHICAGO'S BIGGEST BOOK BINGE JULY 23-26

Lose yourself in a treasure trove of books at the Newberry’s 31st Annual Book Fair

Porn Convention Evacuated / Baby Found in a Bean Field / Mother-Daughter Cat Stabbing / 'Scared Kid' Blames Friends for Murder

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

Soiree in the City

Rape Victim Advocates’ (RVA) annual fundraiser, Soirée in the City, takes place on Thursday, June 18th at Revel Downtown, 440 W. Randolph, C

PRIDE LAKEFRONT PARTY & 5K RUN/WALK

Kickoff PRIDE weekend at one of Chicago’s most colorful events in Boystown!

WalletHub Ranks the Most Diverse Big Cities in Illinois

How do Illinois' eight most populous cities rank in terms of diversity?

FAIRMONT CHICAGO, MILLENNIUM PARK ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF THE "CHEF IN THE PARK" EXPERIENCE THIS SUMMER

-ENJOY A LAVISH PICNIC PREPARED BY A PERSONAL CHEF DURING A CONCERT IN DOWNTOWN GEM MILLENNIUM PARK-

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Baseball in the City

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Bump Club and Beyond Presents Fifth Annual Best of Bump Club and Beyond Event

Attention new parents: enjoy a day downtown learning about the best resources for your baby!

The New Yorker Magazine's Roz Chast to Keynote Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis Annual Benefit

Award-Winning Cartoonist to Share Empathy & Humor From Her Memoir “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?”

The Sunnyside of Lincoln: Spring on the Grill, Monday, May 18 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Bistro Campagne, Due Lire, The Grafton and homesoul Host Their Recurring Block Party With a Grill Theme Fit for the Spring Weather

Chicago Scholars Associates Board holds first annual UnTied Gala

The Board honored Chicago’s “35 Under 35” who are contributing to positive youth development

Friends for the Cure Host Cirque-Themed Gala to Benefit Kovler Diabetes Center

A black tie party featuring high-flying entertainment, food, cocktails and a silent auction.

Governor Bruce Rauner to Attend Adult Literacy Conference

Literacy Volunteers of Illinois will honor volunteer tutors at an awards presentation at the 24th Annual On the Road to Literacy Conference

NAWBO Hosts Annual Celebration of Achievement Luncheon Gala

The National Association of Women Business Owners will be celebrating forty years as an organization advocating for female entrepreneurs.

Desperately Seeking a Garage-Sale Dress / Super-Hot Sauce Saves Man's Life / Teen-Ager Battled Mystery Ailment: March 2015's Most-Read Stories

An Airline's 'Dead Passenger' Problem • Gray Wolf Finds its Way to Suburban Chicago • Dog Reunites with Family After 5 Years • And More.

'Poor' Nuns Own Millions of Dollars in Land

The west side nuns who lost their heat back in February might not have been 100 percent transparent on the situation.