Teens: Create Bendy Cuffs at Ford Library!

Thursday, January 8 at 3:45 PM

The State's Most Diverse Public High Schools

A list of the top 25 most diverse Illinois public high schools, according to Niche.

Weekend Forecast Predicts Wintry Mix in Western Springs

Forecast predicts temperatures will fall to negative 1 degrees Sunday night.

Samuel W. Hunt Jr., 82, Funeral Service in Western Springs

Visitation is from 6 to 9 p.m. on Jan. 9 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home in Countryside.

Townhomes and Condos For Sale in Western Springs, Illinois - January 2015

Townhomes and Condos For Sale in Western Springs, Illinois - January 2015

Sheriff's Office Collects 25,000 Cell Phones for Seniors

The Cook County Sheriff’s Office has been collecting phones since 2006.

First Merit Bank Robbed at Gunpoint

No one was injured in the Tuesday bank robbery.

2014's Most-Read Stories on the Patch Chicago Network

An injured bald eagle, a gay kid at prom, a sperm bank mishap and other unusual happenings made headlines in 2014.

12 Ways to Celebrate New Year's Eve in the 'Burbs

From family-friendly to unique, here are some fun events and ideas for ringing in 2015 in the Chicago suburbs.

Western Springs' 21-year-old Cold Case

On December 23, 1993, most residents were anxiously awaiting Christmas when a female pedestrian was killed on Wolf Road.

Local Jobs: Program Manager, Sales Rep, Salon Manager

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

The Top Google Searches in 2014

A list of the top trending search terms in both Illinois and Chicago.

Income Tax Rate Drops; New Speed Limits, Medical Marijuana Rules for Minors in 2015

Find out what laws are taking effect in the new year.

Plymouth Place Hosts January Events

Events are free and open to the public, but reservations are requested.

Safety Bulletin: Basic Cold Weather Safety Tips

Take proper safety precautions and check on elderly neighbors, friends and relatives.

Cities and Counties with the Highest and Lowest Unemployment Rates in November

An overview of November’s metro and local jobless report.

Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving: Join National Twitter Campaign Dec. 30

#BuzzedDriving - help spread the word and help saves lives.

Price reduced for quick sale!

Now: $625,000, 5 beds / 4.1 baths

Western Springs Police Reports: Beer Theft, DUI, Stolen Catalytic Converter

Western Springs Police Department provided crime and arrest information through Dec. 29.

Celebrate New Years Eve with Live Music at Nicksons Eatery

Reservations are highly recommended.

Riverside Hosts Winter Fitness Classes

Classes include fencing, spin and yoga.

Knitting Circle at Ford Library on January 8

For knitters and other crafters; 1-3 PM

The Weirdest Town Names in Illinois

Some of these names will leave you scratching your head.

Fox Valley Youth Orchestras Auditions

The Fox Valley Academy of Music Performance invites students, ages 8-18, to audition for the second half of its 2014-2015 season.

Lame-duck appointment a "booby trap" for taxpayers

Outgoing Gov. Pat Quinn’s appointment to the Illinois Sports Facilities Authority is a “booby trap” for taxpayers, Gov-elect Bruce Rauner.

Ring-tailed Lemurs at Brookfield Zoo Receive Holiday Treats

Guests can see the ring-tailed lemurs daily and during the final evenings of Holiday Magic on Dec. 26 to 31.

Track Santa's Trek to Western Springs

The folks at NORAD are gearing up to chart Mr. Claus’ Christmas Eve journey across the globe.

Local Jobs: Customer Service, IT, Kitchen Manager, House Director

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

Elderly Driver Rescued Before Metra Train Struck Her Car

The 80-year-old driver misjudged a left turn and drove onto the railroad tracks.

Did you know these 30 fun facts about Illinois?

In one town, it’s illegal for boys to chuck snowballs at trees, but legal for girls… you definitely didn’t know that.

S5 Futsal ~ WINTER FRIENDLIES ~ at Velocity All Sport

You pick the number of games, the days, the time of day and S5 Futsal does the rest! http://www.velocityallsport.com/#!futsal/c13l4 for info

What children wanted in 1928

In 1928, Western Springs’ school children were asked to write letters to Santa Claus. And, their requests are interesting.

Seven-Day-Old Dolphin Calf Dies at Brookfield Zoo

This is the second death of a bottlenose dolphin calf this month.

New Superintendent Approved by District 102 Board of Education

Kyle Schumacher's three-year contract will begin July 1, 2015.

Last-minute holiday gift ideas for Illinois' top 10 politicians

What do you think of these fancy gift ideas?

Oak Brook-based Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Receives Excellence Award

Illinois Performance Excellence names IMRF recipient of 2014 Silver Award for “Progress toward Excellence”

La Grange Park Police Reports: Car Burglary, Criminal Damage

Burglars have been targeting unlocked cars.

La Grange Park Community Park District Appoints Executive Director

Aleks Briedis will succeed Roy Cripe, who is retiring after a forty year career in the field of parks and recreation.

Kids check out new play cube...

...while parents check out books at Ford Library!

Cook County Police Out in Force During the Holidays

The enhanced patrols, which focus on seatbelt law violators, will run Dec. 21 to Dec. 23, Dec. 28 to Dec. 30 and Jan. 2 to Jan. 4.