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.

Heroes! Paint Party! YOU!

It's Week 7 of the Thomas Ford Library Summer Reading Programs!

How to Set Fitness Goals: A Guide

Set your fitness goals by following these guidelines to achieve personal success.

Hot Spots: Top 25 Towns on Saturday's Heat Index

Did it feel like 116 degrees in your town? Sycamore, Shorewood, Naperville, Palos Park, Minooka and Plainfield rank among "hottest" suburbs.

The Top 25 Best-Rated Golf Course in Illinois

As it turns out, Chicago and its suburbs have some amazing golf courses for the enthusiast and beginner alike.

Tornado Watch Issued for Cook, DuPage Counties

Watch issued in addition to extreme heat advisory.

West Suburban Concert Band to Play in Ridgewood Park

The concert will take place July 22.

Essential Exercises for Women

Incorporating these essential exercises into your workout regimen will help to increase your strength and improve your health.

Supporting Your Kids through a Loved One's Cancer

Wednesday, July 22, 7 PM at Thomas Ford Library

Illinois' Labor Force Participation Rate Falls to New Low in June

The latest statewide unemployment rate seems like good news, that is until you dig deeper into the numbers.

'Oppressive Conditions' Prompt Heat Advisory for Saturday

Check our hour-by-hour graph of temperatures, heat index and humidity from noon today through Sunday.

Brookfield Zoo Celebrate 25 Years of Americans with Disabilities Act

American Sign Language, described, and touch tours will take place July 19.

Illinois Company Recalls 2 Million Pounds of Chicken

The chicken products have been linked to several cases of salmonella.

Editorial: Rauner Forgoes Small Wins; Opts for Big Losses

“Not since 2002 has a Republican governor had a direct say in the give-and-take of creating a state spending plan.”

Family Shelter Service 10K/5K Run-Walk: Be A Hero For Hope

A fundraising event for Dupage Family Shelter Service including a 10K, 5K, and one mile run. Superhero costumes encouraged.

Big Band Concert Canceled for Tonight

The concert has been rescheduled.

Nazareth Academy Breaks Ground on New Construction

The construction project is expected to last two years.

Former Playboy Bunny Holly Madison to Visit La Grange

Madison will sign copies of her book, ”Down the Rabbit Hole,” on Aug. 2 at Anderson’s Bookshop in La Grange.

The Heat is On: Prep for a Hot Weekend Ahead

Heat index values can reach as high as 107 degrees in coming days.

How Many Intoxicated Driving Arrests Were Made in Your City Last Year?

A list of cities and counties with the most DUI arrests in 2014, as well as the most per capita.

Lyons Man Killed by BNSF Metra Train in Riverside

An outbound Metra Express train struck a bicyclist Tuesday at the Harlem Avenue crossing.

Local Jobs: Lane Bryant, Cooper's Hawk, JCPenny, Office Depot

Patch’s jobs board makes it easy for job-hunters and employers to search for and post local, regional and national jobs.

"Inside Out" or "Outside In"?

Do our emotions ultimately control us?

Supporting Your Kids through a Loved One's Cancer

Wednesday, July 22, 7 PM at Thomas Ford Library

The Theatre of Western Springs Announces 87th Season

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ completes killer line up of comedy and drama.

Top Tier Fastpitch dates for 9u-14u

Fastpitch tryout dates for Top Tier Fastpitch 9u-14u

How the Financial Crises in Chicago and Illinois are Playing Out Like a Greek Tragedy

“Does it end like Detroit? Or Greece? Or just ashes? Ashes.”

Lincoln Park Zoo Reveals Genders of Red Panda Cubs

It's a boy -- and a girl -- for mama Leafa and papa Phoenix at the Lincoln Park Zoo.

Western Springs' Fire Department - The Early Years

Today's residents know that the fire department is always on call. But, it took a lot of volunteers’ hard work to get to that point.

Tornado Watch Issued for Cook, DuPage Counties

NWS says another round of storms could hit around 8 p.m.

La Grange Tennis Player Selected for 2015 Team USTA National Junior Team

Gianni Ross was a singles semifinalist at last summer’s USTA Boys’ 16s National Championships.

Are Any of These 19 Famous Comedians from Your Hometown?

Some of the greatest comedians in American history grew up in Chicago and the suburbs.

Western Springs Police Reports: Underage Drinking, Theft

Western Springs Police Department provided crime and arrest information through July 13.

Drop Off Unwanted Pills at Drug Take-Back Event

The prescription take-back event will take place July 18 at the Riverside police station lobby.

Help Your Senior Hit Their College Essays Out of the Ballpark!

We talk to admissions officers all the time, and we know what they are looking for.

Happy to Be Me Camp for Girls

Social-emotional learning camp for teens teaches mindfulness, communication skills, healthy-happy habits and brain science, August 3-7

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.

Wheaton Drama Announces Its 2015-2016 Season and Upcoming Auditions

Wheaton Drama, Inc. is proud to announce its 2015-2016 season

54 Stingrays Die at Brookfield Zoo After Oxygen Level Drops

The summer-long temporary exhibit will remain closed for the rest of the season.

Television and Film Star Nora Dunn to Appear at Theatre of Western Springs

This free event takes place July 22, and reservations are required.