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.
The cabbies pose against the hoods of their cars, mostly fully dressed, to raise money for a lawsuit against the City of Chicago.
Watch Janet Rivera, of Tinley Park, get choked up as she reads the letter to Santa from her son, Dominic, that led to last week's surprise reunion with the boy's Army dad.
Sgt. John Rivera surprised his sixth-grade son, Dominic, during a Central Middle School assembly Friday. Watch the touching reunion.
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.)
Thanks to donations from the community and the work of volunteers, the program helps disadvantaged residents enjoy the holidays.
Find out which homes and neighborhoods Patch readers suggested had halls decked to the nines. We map more than 60 displays across the south and southwest suburbs.
Only $150 separated Stephanie Porche from first place as part of WGN's Salvation Army Bell Ringer Idol contest.
Facing code violations, Doug and Rosemary Estand didn’t know where to turn for much-needed house repairs. Then Homes4Heroes came to their rescue.
Salvation Army volunteer Stephanie Porche uses her musical talent to raise money and spirits at Sam's Club during the holiday season. Watch her showcase that talent on WGN-TV.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Volunteer Stephanie Porche uses her musical talent to raise money and spirits at Sam's Club during the holiday season. Now she's competing with other bell ringers as part of WGN's Bell Ringer Idol contest.
Do you know of the best Christmas lights in town? Tell us!
Bremen Youth Services can't forget the kids who lost clothes, beloved toys and necessities in a tornado that struck Washington, Ill.
Stop into Tinley Park PetSmart for photos with your pet and Santa, and a special adoption event, brought to you by South Suburban Humane Society.
One Tinley Park High School teacher in a dangerous situation, another man in the right place at the right time. One high school maintenance man changed the lives of a teacher and his family.
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.
After a wreath-laying ceremony at his mom's grave in Mount Greenwood Cemetery, Tinley Park VFW hosts a welcome home party for Sgt. Matt Sternquist.
Parents and staff from Memorial Elementary filled up Gaelic Park Thursday at a fundraiser for the family of deceased Memorial Elementary teacher Mark Reilly.
Dominic Kowalczyk's holiday decorations go up against others across the country, with homeowners competing for $250,000 in cash and prizes.
Cardinal George will lead a special Mass on Thanksgiving Day.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Watch the reception Mother McAuley students gave their state championship winning volleyball team on their first day back at school.
Bid on items from over 50 local vendors and businesses and a enjoy a night out in support of the Memorial School teacher’s family, following his sudden death on Friday.
The Tinley Park Public Library received a generous donation from the new Ross for Less located in Brookside Marketplace.
Mokena Park District’s annual effort to make Christmas stockings for U.S. soldiers brought hundreds out on Monday to lend a hand on Veterans Day.
"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 local woman was pleasantly surprised when someone handed over money she lost at Jewel to the customer service desk.
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.
Median income higher than the national average, top-notch education and low crime rate make it the 9th best city to move to in America, according to real estate company Movoto.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.