Local Election Results: College of DuPage Board of Trustees

The contested race at the community college saw two incumbents and 10 newcomers face off for three seats.

Fragrant Spring Floral Arrangements

Monday, April 13, 7 PM, Thomas Ford Library

Teen Book Club

Saturday, April 18, noon, Thomas Ford Library

Film Discussion: "The Money Pit"

7 PM, Friday, April 17, Thomas Ford Library

Book Sculpture

Kids' craft at Thomas Ford Library, Thursday, April 16 at 4:30 PM

Knitting Circle

Thursday, April 16, 1 PM, Thomas Ford Library

Pet Safety at Home

Wednesday, April 15, 7 PM at Thomas Ford Memorial Library

Investment Discussion Group

Tuesday, April 14, 7:15 PM at Thomas Ford Library

Churchill and the World at War 1941-1945

Tuesday, April 14, 1 PM at Thomas Ford Library

Crime Club

Thomas Ford Library Book Club Discussion Monday, April 13 at 7:30 PM

Top-Rated Restaurants and Diners Outside of Chicago

You’ll find quite a few suburban hot spots on this list.

Suburban Cook County Voter Info

Find your polling place, who is running and other election information.

Fire Strikes Twice in Downtown Western Springs

In 1974, the Casey’s Market storefront housed a women’s apparel shop named Pretty Penny. It was also the site of two major fires.

Top 10 States Whose Residents are Most, Least Likely to Use Drugs 'to Relax'

Findings from a recent Gallup survey on frequency of mood-altering drug and medication use for relaxation purposes.

Cheer & Dance Galaxy Tryouts!

Come join the nationally ranked All-Star Cheer and Dance Program located just minutes away!

1920s return to LTHS

History comes to life in American Studies classroom

WLTL joins forces with WCKG for Study Hall Radio

WLTL 88.1FM Radio at LT has long been one of America’s best high school radio stations – now students are taking their talents to the level.

Theatre of Western Springs Hosts 'An Evening with Jim Peterik and The Ides of March'

Jim Peterik and The Ides of March will perform one night only at 8 p.m. May 2 at The Theatre of Western Springs.

Wrong Sperm Trial to Move to DuPage County

Filed in 2014, the suit alleges the lesbian couple received sperm from a black man instead of a white man, leading to a mixed-race child.

Traveling in Illinois for Easter Weekend?

Here are 12 special Easter eggs for you to find.

Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital Hosts Grief Support Program

The program will take place April 7.

State Considers Bans on Powdered Alcohol, Powdered Caffeine and e-Cigs

Powdered "party" supplied put teens at risk, some lawmakers contend, and the risks are too great.

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.

Top 50 School Districts Paying the Most in Teacher, Administrator Salaries

See the total amount your local district spent on base salaries in 2014.

Sold! Home Sales Around Western Springs

Check the sale prices of recently purchased homes.

More Money Bet on Chicago Cubs to Win World Series Than Any Other Team

No, really, you read that right. After pondering that, check out our favorite Chicago Cubs World Series memes.

Baby Orangutan and Surrogate Mom Make Public Debut

The pair now have access to the main habitat, where zoo guests can see them between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturdays and Sundays.

Roadwork along Route 83 in Willowbrook to Begin April 13

The roadwork is expected to be complete by mid-October, 2015.

February's Metro and Local Jobless Rates

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

Interfaith Community Partners Honors Volunteers of the Year

Interfaith Community Partners hosted a breakfast to update the sponsoring churches and honor and recognize many volunteers for their time.

Local Jobs: Boston Market, Verizon, Fresh Thyme, Bridgestone

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

Former Suburban Police Chief Collects Three Public Paychecks

Forget double-dipping, how about triple-dipping?

The Eastland Disaster: Chicago's Greatest Loss-of-Life Tragedy

History Lecture at Thomas Ford Library on Wednesday April 8 at 7 PM

Film Discussion Group: "Footnote"

Friday, April 3, 7 PM at Thomas Ford Library

SPRING AHEAD with kids' programs!

Coming up in April at the Thomas Ford Library!

'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.

Billy Graham's Pulpit ... Back in Western Springs

The Reverend Billy Graham’s first and only pastorate was in Western Springs. But, his original pulpit left the village … until recently.

Western Springs Police Reports: Arrest Warrant, Retail Theft, Car Burglary

Western Springs Police Department provided crime and arrest information through March 30.

Charges Against College of DuPage "Unlikely"

A Grand Jury subpoena remains in place for the college's financial records, but the one issued to the foundation has been withdrawn.

The Top 10 Worst Illinois Tornado Disasters in Recorded History

Dates, locations and aftermath of the 10 worst tornado disasters in Illinois history, according to NOAA records.