Secret Santa Gives Fast-Food Workers $500

CHRISTMAS SPIRIT: White Castle workers stunned when a diner gives each an envelope with $500. "He said we did a great job," manager says.

Christmas Without Cancer Delivers Holiday Miracles

Six-year-old Anthony Pappalas, who's holding his own against cancer, and his family get welcome surprise for Christmas.

Big Pappa's Gyros Gets Ready To Fill Stomachs and Empty Stockings This Christmas

Local restaurant owner preparing to serve over 3,000 dinners to neighbors in need on Christmas Day.

Where to See the Best Christmas Lights in the Chicago Suburbs

We asked, you answered. Check out your nominations for shows of Clark Griswold-esque decorating passion.

2015 Christmas TV Schedule: Your Favorite Holiday Movies and Specials

A day-by-day schedule of when your favorite holiday movies will air on network television this season.

Veterans and Active Military Honored With Free Meals, Haircuts

National chains and businesses are saying thank-you to active military and veterans by offering freebies and discounts, Nov. 11.

Your Local Guide to 2015 Halloween Events

A rundown of Halloween events (Sat. Oct. 31) for Evergreen Park, Oak Lawn, Beverly, Mt. Greenwood and Morgan Park.

When Does Daylight Saving Time 2015 End?

"Spring forward, fall back." The date on which you'll need to change your clocks is coming up soon.

Oak Lawn Sets Trick-or-Treat Hours

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, which means Oak Lawn kids will get a few extra hours for trick or treating.

Christmas Without Cancer Begins 'Season of Giving' with 5K

The 5K Run/Walk in Evergreen Park will be Saturday, Oct. 3. Learn how to participate.

Midnight Terror in Oak Lawn Returns with Double the Dread

Bigger, better Halloween attraction re-opens Oct. 1 at Beatty Lumber site with two haunted houses for the price of one.

10 of the Craziest Corn Maze Designs in Illinois

Here are 10 of the craziest corn mazes in Illinois and their designs for this year.

Grilling the Perfect Steak in Four Easy Steps

The grill masters at Longhorn Steakhouse share their grilling secrets.

Apple of My Eye: The Best Spots to Go Apple-Picking This Fall

Check out this map and list if you need help finding out where to go apple-picking with family and friends this season.

Hotdog! Oak Lawn Celebrates Fourth of July

Photo highlights of Oak Lawn's 2015 Fourth of July parade.

Illinois' Fourth of July celebration checklist

These maps show how Illinoisans could be commemorating Independence Day

Your Independence Day Weekend Weather, Chicago

We’ve got the weather details for the next few days.

Watch for Fourth of July Weekend Tollway Construction

Look out for these Chicago-area highway construction spots during your holiday travels.

Oak Lawn's 2015 Fourth of July Plans Revealed

Details for Oak Lawn parade, park celebration, fireworks and good old-fashioned patriotic fun on July 4, 2015.

Where To Watch Fourth of July Fireworks in Oak Lawn

Your guide to 2015 fireworks displays around the Southland.

Veterans get TREATED on Memorial Day 2015 at Andy's Frozen Custard in Oak Lawn

Andy’s Frozen Custard Shops in Illinois will treat Veterans with proof of service identification to a FREE Cone on Monday, May 25, 2015.

Oak Lawn Marks Memorial Day With Service and Ceremony

Join the Johnson Phelps VFW and Ladies Auxiliary to remember those who gave their lives in service to our country, Monday, May 25.

Hometown-Murray VFW Holds 'Care Package Drive' Memorial Day Weekend

Drop off care package items at the Hometown-Murray VFW Post throughout Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-25.

Mother's Day Brunch

Stony Creek is the perfect place for Mother's Day!

Traveling in Illinois for Easter Weekend?

Here are 12 special Easter eggs for you to find.

Sing along at Clancy's with Whitey O'Day Sunday Afternoons

Southside Irish legend Whitey O'Day will perform at Clancy's Irish Pizza Pub Sunday afternoons from 3:30 - 6:30.

The Top 16 Most Unusual Festivals in Illinois

Turkey testicles, anyone?

12 Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in the 'Burbs

From family-friendly to unique, here are some fun events and ideas for ringing in 2015 in the Chicago suburbs.

Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving: Join National Twitter Campaign Dec. 30

#BuzzedDriving - help spread the word and help saves lives.

Are Decorations Recyclable? What About Bows?

Holiday decorations pose questions about what can be recycled and how to reuse non-recyclable materials.

Restaurant Owner Delivers Holiday Dinners and Toys to 3,100

Big Pappa's Gyros in Oak Lawn brightens holidays for south suburban residents in need with fifth annual Christmas charity dinners.

Track Santa's Trek to Oak Lawn

The folks at NORAD are gearing up to chart Mr. Claus’ Christmas Eve journey across the globe.

White Christmas? Strong Storm System Could Hit Chicago Area Next Week

The Chicago area could get hit with snow, rain and heavy winds next week. Find out what this all could mean for travel.

Shop for the Best Electronics This Holiday With The Patch 2014 Tech Gift Guide

Discover the latest gadgets for the best prices.

Cafeteria Worker Spends Modest Income on Toys for Sick Children

Where there's Jessie Tendayi, there's hope. And thousands of new toys for sick children at Christmas.

Holiday Shipping Deadlines to Remember on USPS's Busiest Day of The Year

Oak Lawn residents, today is a major deadline for holiday shipping.

Prep for This Season With the Patch Winter Gift Guide

Get everything you need to fight the snow and stay warm this winter.

Guiding Lights: Where to Find The Best Christmas Lights in the 'Burbs

We asked, you answered. Check out your nominations for shows of Clark Griswold-esque decorating passion.

When Do You Tell Your Child, 'There Is No Santa Claus?'

A child psychologist from Advocate Children's Hospital-Oak Lawn offers some helpful advice.

Beverly Couple Replace Money Stolen from Oak Lawn Salvation Army Kettle

"We wanted to make a bad situation better," couple said after Grinch stole Salvation Army kettle from outside an Oak Lawn Walgreens store.