Lest we forget just how wonderful our state is, take a look at the Illinois Wall of Fame.
Barbara Carson’s world is dark and silent, but she is anything but sad. She has one friend who helps keep her world vibrant.
The shepherd-mix was viciously mauled on Christmas Eve.
Army vet Jim Champion has multiple sclerosis.
Backpacks, pencils and more were distributed over the weekend.
Ozinga concrete mixer delivers big for mother and son in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
New nonprofit group Team Make a Difference expects to complete a second room makeover before the year is out.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Patch and Disney on Ice will give away five family packs of four tickets each to the show of your choice. Enter to win through Jan. 20.
These animals have it all figured out.
Leader of the Chicago Archdiocese reflects on his life and his service to the church.
Is this dad a jerk or a prankster? What a terrible gift. (Unless you're a Packers fan.)
Romeoville's David Ridderhoff stayed on the air for 30 hours during Lewis University's "To Kill a DJ" marathon on WLRA Radio.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
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.
The district was able to collect 44,278 pounds of clothes and shoes for reuse and recycling in 2012 by setting up 21 recycling bins around the county.
Three area barbershops have joined forces on "Grooming Men of the Future," an initiative to find more men to become volunteers.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
A Washington, Illinois, family lost two homes to Sunday’s deadly storm, but a thoughtful act by a Plainfield South grad is bringing them joy.
It didn't look like it was in the cards early on, but school supporters rallied the troops all afternoon and beat Downers Grove North.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch.
Donate a toy ($20 retail value or more) and get a free mini photo session at Alexander Photography.
"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.
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.
Good reads and good people: Fighting bullies and cancer. Rescuing a beloved dog. Forgiving the men who robbed you. Losing the lottery and winning.
Handmade earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other items made by Joliet Junior College metalsmithing students will be featured at the sale.
On Thursday, schools all over the world -- including Joliet -- will be taking part in the “World’s Largest Sport Stacking Event.”
All animals available for adoption cost only $35, are up to speed on vaccinations and have been spayed/neutered.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
The certification is awarded based on a "building’s sustainable qualities, water efficiency, energy, atmosphere, materials and resources used, and indoor environmental qualities."
The $10 calendar features photos from the 2013 Men Who Cook competition and Jackson, the advocacy center's therapy dog.