Letter to the Editor: Kill Route 53 Extension

Lake County resident calls plan to extend route "foolish spending."

July 14, 2015, Lake County Board issued a resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act

County Board commends organizations, including Lake County Center for Independent Living, for service provided to people with disabilities

Peace and a $1,000 Tip / Landlord Wants War Vet's Dog to Move Out / Brother Thwarts Sister's Would-Be Kidnapper / Goose Hospitalizes Biker

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including an allegedly devastating breast exam and a felony candy burglary.

The 5th Annual Stepping Out for Parkinson's Fun Run & Walk Raises Over $14,000

Benefitting Parkinson’s Research at NorthShore University HealthSystem Neurological Institute.

Baby in Stroller Killed by Speeding Getaway Car / Daycare Death Ruling Changed / Accused Papal Blood Thief Nabbed / Cops Save Stranded Aretha Franklin

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including the Rancics move home to Chicago, police shooting in River Forest, cursing Minions and more.

Memories of Cubs World Series / Aretha Franklin Rescued / '2 Broke Girls' Accent / Jennifer Hudson Sings

And more Chicago-area stories on Patch that will lift your spirits and make you smile.

"Puck MS" - The Coolest Benefit of the Summer

Cool off this July and help raise much needed money to fight multiple sclerosis.

Chabad Hebrew Sunday School gears up for another successful year!

Imagine a Sunday Hebrew School where kids ages 5-13 don't want to miss a day?

United Way of Lake County Harnesses the Power of Women's Philanthropy with its upcoming WLC 'Wine & Learn'

The event is open to all ladies interested in connecting with accomplished women, uniting with their community and influencing philanthropy

Serial Stowaway Busted Again and Again / Pope's Blood Stolen / Tea Party's Islam Info Chat Shut Down / Hospital Sued Over Boy's Brain Damage

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

'Darling' of a Day / Cops Become Kids' Heroes / A Blackhawk's Beer / One Lucky Postal Worker

And more Chicago-area stories on Patch that will lift your spirits and make you smile.

World War II Veterans Sought for Honor Flights

Friends, family—Honor Flight Chicago needs your help connecting them with WWII vets.

Teen Drinkers Totally Trash Man's House / Charlie Sheen Hates on Illinois Town / Widow Sues Because Drunk Husband Froze to Death / Wedding Errands Lead to Lottery Win

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

Mom Tried to Scare Daughter Away from Sexting Man / Kid Left at McDonald's While Mom Shopped / Cemetery Dumpster Angers Widower / Live in a 'Mini' MJ House

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

Porn Convention Evacuated / Baby Found in a Bean Field / Mother-Daughter Cat Stabbing / 'Scared Kid' Blames Friends for Murder

If you miss a day, you miss a lot. Let’s catch up on some of the most-viewed posts across the Patch Chicago network this week.

Best Friend's Seek a Cure at 5th Annual Stepping Out for Parkinson's Fun Run & Walk

Benefitting Parkinson’s Research at NorthShore University HealthSystem Neurological Institute

Real Urban Barbecue Celebrates National Brisket Day May 28th

Real Urban Barbecue, located in Vernon Hills, is celebrating National Brisket Day with a Brisket Sandwich Special and Facebook contest!

The 5th Annual Stepping Out for Parkinson's Fun Run & Walk

Benefitting Parkinson’s Research at NorthShore University HealthSystem Neurological Institute

WalletHub Ranks the Most Diverse Big Cities in Illinois

How do Illinois' eight most populous cities rank in terms of diversity?

Walter E. Smithe Advertising Campaign Honors Chicagoland WWII Veterans

Advertisement featuring Honor Flight Chicago airs through Memorial Day Weekend

Vernon Hills-Based Learning Resources A Sponsor of Upcoming Walk Now for Autism Speaks Chicago

Event takes place Saturday, May 16 from 8 to 11 a.m. at Soldier Field

Vernon Hills Girl Scouts Give Back

Donate $200 In Groceries to Food Pantry

An Update on Patch Site Maintenance

You can continue to enjoy Patch, but article posting will be on hold for a day while we do some maintenance.

Libertyville Woman Helps Raise Money For Guides in Nepal

Alexandra Gaulin survived the country's terrible earthquake last month and is working to help survivors.

Grayslake Family Advances to Jewel, Collects $35K in Monopoly Game

The Roberts family is the biggest winner in the promotional game so far.

The New Yorker Magazine's Roz Chast to Keynote Chicago Institute for Psychoanalysis Annual Benefit

Award-Winning Cartoonist to Share Empathy & Humor From Her Memoir “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?”

Anshe Tikvah Tot Shabbat

Anshe Tikvah Tot Shabbat

Hollister Grove Announces Lease Activity At Grand Oaks and Hawthorn Health Centers

Interest in the Grand Oaks Health Center at the Hollister Grove medical campus is heating up, if recent activity at is any indication

Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center to Host 3rd Annual 5K to End Sexual Violence

Did you know 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 5 boys will experience some form of sexual abuse before they turn 18?

Desperately Seeking a Garage-Sale Dress / Super-Hot Sauce Saves Man's Life / Teen-Ager Battled Mystery Ailment: March 2015's Most-Read Stories

An Airline's 'Dead Passenger' Problem • Gray Wolf Finds its Way to Suburban Chicago • Dog Reunites with Family After 5 Years • And More.

'Poor' Nuns Own Millions of Dollars in Land

The west side nuns who lost their heat back in February might not have been 100 percent transparent on the situation.

Calling All Executive Directors and Board Members!

The Charmm'd Foundation and Chuck Loring have teamed up to host an exclusive nonprofit event: Strengthening Nonprofit Board Effectiveness.

Spring Community Days to Kick Off at KeyLime Cove

To benefit United Way of Lake County, Gurnee Police and Fire Departments

Jenny McCarthy's New House / Mall Terror Worries / Drew Peterson and the Hit Man / Little Leaguers Stripped of U.S. Title

And an adorable pug runs through a snow maze in a very, very cold and snowy February. These were the most-read stories of February 2015.

The Eastland disaster and 7 other dark moments in Illinois history

Top 8 most notorious, morbid events that happened in Illinois.

Glass Slipper Project 2015 Collection Now Underway At Zengeler Cleaners

All eight Zengeler locations serving as drop-off point for dress drive

How Many Millionaires Live in Illinois?

If Madigan wants to tax millionaires, he better do it quick.

No Heat Hasn't Turned West Side Nuns Into Sob Sisters

The nuns of Fraternite Notre Dame still continue good deeds despite their church's heating system breaking. Find out how to help them.

Chicago Lands in the Middle of the Pack of Most Active U.S. Cities

The Windy City ranks No. 42 out of 85 cities. In your face Milwaukee (44), Indy (55), Baltimore (69), Miami (72) and Detroit (82)!

Chicago Native Makes Giant Leap to Astronaut Hall of Fame

John Grunsfeld, a Highland Park High School grad, has been on 5 space shuttle missions and done 8 spacewalks.