SPONSORED: Enter Our Drawing to Win 2 Tickets to 'Hope Springs'

Sign up for the Northbrook Patch newsletter by Friday and you may be one of 5 people to win a pair of tickets to see the Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones, Steve Carell movie on Saturday night.

Metra Officials Seek Input to Improve North Shore Service

The commuter rail system will be holding a public input session in Evanston on Wednesday.

Lindners Retain Clifford Law

Fisher and LaMonica will remain co-counsel in the wrongful death suit against Union Pacific after a train derailment and subsequent bridge collapse in Northbrook-Glenview.

Billy Garrity's Passing Inspires Online Reactions

Readers respond to last week's death of a Glenbrook North student.

Lizzy Seeberg's Parents to Receive Award from Victims' Advocate Group

The Northbrook teen killed herself in 2010 shortly after accusing a Notre Dame football player of sexual assault. Her parents confronted the school over the way it handled the accusation.

Introducing Your New Northbrook Patch Editor

Hi I'm Stan, the paperless newspaper with a beard.

What Does Memorial Day Mean to You?

Share your traditions for how you mark the holiday.

Spartans Place Second in State Soccer Tournament

Locals impress in first appearance in state tournament since the 1990s.

CONTEST: Guess Scoring Outcome in Milwaukee-Chicago Series to Win $100 Gift Card

Enter your prediction in the Comments section, and don't be afraid to back it up!

What's the Best Staycation Destination in Northbrook?

This week, we're asking readers to vote for the best place to go when you need a vacation but don't want to leave town.

Great Reads For Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month

Check out one of these picks from your local library.

Last Chance to Enter "Rock the Green"

Our 'Last Chance' feature lets you know about important upcoming deadlines. This week: don't miss the deadline to enter Northbrook's battle of the bands.

Tennis Pro's Fundraiser Lobs One At Autism

Local parents Mindy and Ryan Horne are holding a fundraiser for autism resources and to help their sons' special education schools in Northbrook and Highland Park. They can still use your help.

Books to Check Out: A College of Magic and a Real-Life Con Man

Consider one of these great reads from the stacks at the Northbrook Public Library.

What's the Best Place to Buy Sporting Goods in Northbrook?

Weigh in on your favorite sporting good store in our weekly Readers' Choice poll.

GBN Radio Students Take Requests to Help Kids With Cancer

Annual Radiothon raises funds for the Emily Dorfman Foundation, which supports pediatric caner programs and research.

Last Chance: Donate Your Prom Dress to the Glass Slipper Project

Our new 'Last Chance' feature lets you know about important upcoming deadlines.

What's the Best Chinese Food Spot in Northbrook?

Cast your vote in our Readers' Choice poll.

Readers' Choice Winner: Dairy Queen

Ice cream shop wins our poll for the best frozen treats in Northbrook.

Love The Hunger Games? Consider One Of These Books

Check out one of these great reads from the Northbrook Public Library for fans of Suzanne Collins bestseller-turned movie.

North Suburban YMCA Breaks Ground on Renovations

Fitness and community center begins work on major transformation of Techny Road building.

Reader's Choice: Best Frozen Treats

With a taste of warm weather already in the air, we're wondering where you like to go to get a cool dessert.

Reader's Choice Tie: Landmark Inn and Pinstripes

Where's the best place to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Northbrook? The Landmark Inn and Pinstripes tied for first place.

Readers' Choice: Best Spot For St. Patrick's Day

Where will you be staking a seat on March 17?

Readers' Choice Winner: Little Ones Nursery School

Readers showed their passion for local preschools in comments and reviews.

Patch Pets: Miss Wagner

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter in Northbrook.

Books to Check Out This Week: A Hilarious Travel Memoir; Egyptian Mystery

Pick up one of these great reads from your local library.

Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time 2012 Begins Sunday

Sunday we get to spring ahead by winding the clocks forward an hour for daylight saving time.

Patch Pets: Yabba

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter in Northbrook.

Braving the Snow

National Weather Service reports that approximately 4 inches fell on Northbrook between Thursday night and Friday morning.