Illinois' 12 Most Popular State Parks to Visit in the Fall

You need to see these 12 state parks before you get snowed in!

Worst of the Worst: Accolades Illinois Could Do Without

In case you've missed any, here’s a recap of the worst designations Illinois has garnered over the past few years.

Severe Storms Forecast for Today; First Frost Could Come This Weekend

The most severe storms are expected late this afternoon through this evening.

A Heart-Stopping Sex Lawsuit | Tragic Storm | Homecoming Marriage Proposal

September 2014's Most-Viewed Stories also include a mom's living nightmare, a touch-too-much massage and gifts from NASCAR's Richard Petty.

U.S. 12 Resurfacing in Lake Zurich Begins This Week

Look for work to start on Oct. 2 — along with delays.

How's the Unemployment Rate in Your City or County?

Cities, counties and metro areas with the highest and lowest unemployment rates in Illinois.

Is This Chicago Museum Truly the Best in the World?

To say this comes as a surprise is a major understatement.

Plants at Railroad Tracks to Memorialize Father, Daughter Killed in Round Lake Park Crash

Francisco Carranza, 36, drove his vehicle through a crossing gate and collided with a train. He and his daughter, Alyssa, died in the crash.

McDonald's Offering Free Coffee for Two Weeks

The promotion is good through Sept. 29.

Planning to Have a Baby and Live in Illinois? You Need to See This

Wallet Hub ranked which states are best to raise a child in. How did Illinois compare to the rest of the Midwest?

Pullman Cars Back on the Rails Between Chicago and Wisconsin

For a limited time you can step back in time and experience mid-20th century Pullman railcar travel in a restored Pullman car.

Solar Storm: Internet May Flare Up, But So May Northern Lights (Video)

A major solar flare launched off the Sun Wednesday, potentially unleashing a geomagnetic storm that could interrupt communications.

Where Exactly Does Chicago Metro End and Downstate Begin? And Why is This So Hotly Debated?

Where is the true dividing line?

Which Football Teams are Illinoisans Rooting For?

Illinois' favorite NFL team might be obvious, but what about its favorite college team? Or favorite NFL team from a different state?

Your Weekend Chicagoland Weather Forecast

Humidity swept away by cold front. What to expect in the coming days.

Join Us, Walk 'Out of the Darkness' for Suicide Prevention

Patch teams up with crisis services group Hope and Friendship Foundation to raise money for suicide awareness and prevention.

Looking for a Fright? Check Out These 8 Creepy Illinois Sites

Illinois has its share of creepy roads. But it also has some downright eerie places. We offer eight from around the state. Check them out.

How Many Concealed Carry Gun Permits Were Issued in Your County?

Breaking down the number of concealed carry permits issued in each Illinois county.

A City Agrees to Let Homeless Man Panhandle in Peace

#PatchChicago: Remembering Robin Williams • Teddy Bear Thievery • Local Rum Distillers on Reality TV • Ironworker's Skyscraper Video & more.

Anshe Tikvah Community Tot Shabbat

ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE JUST ONE OF MANY TYPES OF DEMENTIA

Volunteers needed at Northern Illinois Food Bank

2105 Lakeside Legends 9-14U Tryouts Starting!

Force Elite Baseball 2014/2015 Tryout Dates

RAVINIA HOSTS FREE PARTY FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

59th Gold Coast Fashion Award Show

12th Annual Exchange Club Ribfest to be Held Aug. 10 at Gurnee Days

Join Dancenter North for Summer Show of Shows!

Music Industry Networking Night!

Maggiano’s Little Italy Brings 150 Jobs and New ‘Lighter Take’ Menu to Westfield Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills

Grayslake Run For Learning 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run

EVENT SPECIALISTS WANTED!!

Community Update

Mundelein kids and The Cellular Connection part of national backpack giveaway

Mundelein kids and The Cellular Connection part of national backpack giveaway

Glacier Ice Arena present "Run for the Dogs" 5k Charity run

Bill Kay's 26th Annual Corvette Show

How The Pros Value Your Business:

The Marriott Theatre Presents The Classic Broadway Hit Musical: ON THE TOWN Aug. 13 - Oct. 12

Social Media Boot Camp