VIDEO: A young woman shares her story of "sextortion" as a teen victim of Lucas Chansler. The FBI has released the screen names he used.
Even Netflix and Spotify aren’t safe from the impending flood
The longer Illinois goes without a budget, the murkier things look for state employees.
Looking for a new job or just a way to supplement your income? See what Patch found for you this week.
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
Pet Adoption Event in Crestwood, IL July 11th & 12th 12-6pm.
But the French bulldog was found safe and sound Monday afternoon.
Nick Lorenz was selected as the Duck Ambassador for the 10th Annual Windy City Rubber Ducky Derby that benefits Special Olympics Illinois
“As Hinz pointed out, ‘reasonable’ people could get this all figured out in a couple of hours. In Illinois, it might take all summer.”
HB 303, sponsored by State Representative Margo McDermed, is headed to the Governor's desk
A benefit event has been planned for a local single mother battling incurable breast cancer and everyone is invited!
The girl fell into an in-ground swimming pool in Mokena Saturday.
Faith-based, weekly speaker series for young adults in their 20s and 30s runs July 12 through August 8.
Check out your Grateful Dead Soldier Field concerts photos from Instagram and Twitter.
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.
Based on cost of living, taxes and average income, Illinois is one of the best places to manage a household
The 34-year-old Chicago woman died of her injuries Saturday. Police are seeking help gathering information.
State ranks among top 5 in nation, in percentage of residents who are most likely to binge drink.
And more Chicago-area stories on Patch that will lift your spirits and make you smile.
A riderless horse will march in the parade.
Friends, family—Honor Flight Chicago needs your help connecting them with WWII vets.
If a school closes and students have to be relocated, they will be just fine, one student told the Lincoln-Way Board Wednesday
As you look back at the birth of the nation, why not take a look back at historic sites in our state
Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?
Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on recent Southland news, including an Orland Park man accused of keeping chickens as pets.
These maps show how Illinoisans could be commemorating Independence Day
The defensive end will appear at a meet and greet Friday, July 3 from 1 to 3 p.m., at Alsip Nursery in Frankfort.
Whether it's terrorism or murderous thugs, Chicago cops and federal authorities are on watch.
We’ve got the weather details for the next few days.
Look out for these Chicago-area highway construction spots during your holiday travels.
Lincoln-Way Board of Education trustees said Wednesday that they anticipate a formal decision will be made in 30 to 60 days.
Legislation provides funding to allow essential services to continue
Even though politicians have been fighting about the state budget for weeks, everyday Illinoisans end up bearing the brunt of the shutdown.
Taiwan Excellence to offer free, interactive activities + display exciting range of award winning consumer products @ premiere US food fest
Can we find our freedom from pain?
Public invited to comment at special meeting set for Wednesday at 7 p.m.
Want to work for the Chicago Cubs? Now might be your chance.
Creative Carpet and Flooring and STAINMASTER® PetProtect® carpet hosts Pet-Friendly promotional event benefiting Cache Creek Animal Rescue
Hospital’s Lullaby Birthplace partners with Sudden Infant Death Services (SIDS) of Illinois to earn Gold – Safe Sleep Champion certification
Elizabeth Pawlicki capped her team's second-place finish in state with a personal accomplishment.