What started as a visit to ATI Physical Therapy in Oswego turned into a life-changing experience for an Oswego resident.
You'll watch this a couple of times with a smile on your face. Quite the homage to a quintessential piece of Chicago lore and Southland history.
"“I will miss the kids most of all. They’re what makes the day,” said Peggy Figgins, who served as a bus driver for special education students.
Alyssa Bulin, 13, and Scarlett Nash, 10, will perform in The Nutcracker starting this weekend in Chicago.
Activities include ice carving demonstrations, the silent fire truck parade, toyland train rides, cookie walk, pancake breakfasts and more!
Convicts at Sheridan Correctional Center helped build some of the displays in this year's Festival of Lights in Aurora.
Tuesday, Dec. 3 is #GivingTuesday. Check out some local GoFundMe campaigns for Oswego residents and their families.
"Today I walked where grass once grew and children played. I gazed upon the horizon from end to end where families called home. Today I walked in the rubble of people’s lives."
Donations can be dropped off at the Oswego Fire Station 1 until Monday evening.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.
Plus check out many local organizations collecting items for tornado victims - animals and humans alike.
Michael and Patty Hiemer, with the help of their subdivision, packed a truck with supplies that will be dropped off at the Oswego Fire Station.
In honor of Veterans Day, Patch would like to recognize local members of the military—past or present.
Find out how to get your favorite teacher the recognition that they deserve.
Know of any other holiday drives? Share in the comments!
The house fire caused over $100,000 worth of damage to an Oswego home earlier this week.
In honor of Veterans Day, Patch would like to recognize local members of the miltary—past or present.
"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.
A baby boy was born on the sequentially thrilling time and date of 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12—or 10, 11/12/13—at Good Samaritan Hospital.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
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Activities include ice carving demonstrations, the silent fire truck parade, toyland train rides, pancake breakfasts and more!
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
Eight individuals/groups were awarded for their character.
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Proceeds from fundraiser will go to support the Wreath Across America initiative.
Todd Pierson and New Life for Haiti are raising funds for Widline, who injured her spine in an accident.
Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
The grant was awarded to communities and nonprofits that support their continuing efforts to conserve and protect open spaces.
Tour the "House that Jordan Built." The one he's auctioning, valued at $21 million.