Remembering Judy Baar Topinka's Trailblazing Life

Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka died today at the age of 70. We look back at the trailblazing life she led.

Registration Opens For Plainfield Wounded Warrior 5K

Due to the increasing popularity of event, registration is capped at 1,200 people.

Meet and Greet of St. James Lutheran

Fellowship and Pizza at the Home Run Inn Hillside, 60 Mannheim Road, Hillside at 4:30 pm

Welcome Inn Wed. Dec. 17th @ 6pm

Come and Celebrate the Real Reason for the Season!

Western Springs Student Recognized by Cook County Sheriff for Community Service

Katie King of Western Springs will receive the Cook County Sheriff’s Youth Service Medal of Honor.

Jobs on Patch: Music Director, Chef, Salon Manager

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

Just Listed, d'aprile properties

Exquisite New Construction on 100’ Lot! Open floor plan designed for today’s living.

Sanchez Tree Services-Tree Services in Spring, TX

tree services, tree trimming, tree removal, hazardous tree removal, stump grinding

d'aprile properties is excited to welcome Lisa Linnane

Coaching and accountability separates d’aprile properties from the others.

Shopping Made Easy With The Western Springs Patch 2014 Holiday Gift Guide

Find gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

Flu Shuts Down Nazareth Academy in LaGrange Park

Twenty-five percent of Catholic high school's 732 students are out sick, the Doings reports.

The Great Tollway Landscaping Theft

In 1960, Western Springs began beautifying the new Tollway. But, their efforts were quickly undermined by thieves.

Illinois is One of the Nation's Worst-Run States

24/7 Wall St. released its annual survey of the best- and worst-run states in the nation. Are you surprised by Illinois’ new rank?

Western Springs Police Reports: Outstanding Warrants, iPhone Theft

Western Springs Police Department provided crime and arrest information through Dec. 8.

Guide Helps Children Learn How to Properly Wash Hands

The Western Springs Department of Fire & EMS made an educational hand washing guide for children.

Registration Open for Little Hoopers Winter Session

The Little Hoopers class begins Jan. 17 and runs through Feb. 21.

December Is a Jolly Time for Children's Events!

Ford Library offers free programs for babies, toddlers, school-aged kids, and their families

Little Hoopers for Pre-school and Kindergarten Children

Western Springs Recreation Department is Offering Little Hoopers Winter Session

Illinois' 25 Most Dangerous Cities

Using 2013 violent crime statistics, Law Street Media’s second annual analysis ranks states and cities from most to least dangerous.

Open House, Sat 12/6 (1-3pm)

920 S. Kensington, LaGrange IL. - New Construction by: Oakley Home Builders Contact Mark Koehler for more info: (773) 710-3418

Chicago Zoological Society Mourns Loss of Dolphin Calf at Brookfield Zoo

Staff are awaiting complete animal autopsy results to determine the cause of death.

The 6 Biggest NOAA-Ranked Snowstorms Recorded in Illinois

Will this year’s winter bring enough snow to top these records?

Celebrate Holday Tradtion with 23rd Annual La Grange Holiday Walk

The Holiday Walk takes place Saturday, Dec. 6, from 5 to 9 p.m.

Breakfast with Santa

Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 5, 8:30 am - 10:30 am, at the Skylite Banquet Hall - support the CBS Food Pantry. Fun for all!

Western Springs Writers' Society

WSMS meets at Ford Library at 7 p.m. on December 11

Teen Coding Club at Ford Library

Wednesday, December 10, 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Baby Play at Ford Library

Drop in Wednesday, December 10, 10-11 a.m.

Make Mosaic Christmas Tree at Ford Library

Hands-on class December 10 at 5:30 p.m.

Investment Discussion Group

Investors meet at Ford Library at 7:15 p.m. on December 9

Teen Advisory Group

Teens meet at Ford Library at 7:30 p.m. on December 8

EXTREME Gingerbread Challenge for Teens

Ford Library hosts on December 4 at 7 p.m.

Free Practice ACT with The Big Envelope

9:30 a.m., Saturday, December 6 at Thomas Ford Library

Llama Llama at the Library!

Ford Library hosts Llama Llama, crafts and snacks on December 6

Ka-ching! Illinois' 10 Most Expensive Colleges

Even after scholarships and financial aid are factored in, these 10 universities still will cost you a very pretty penny.

A Quarter Century of Christmas Music at All Saints Church

Renee Wilson poses with two concert grand harps, one of which she will play for the 10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve service. All are welcome!

Second Winter Market Coming to Riverside

The second Riverside winter market of the season will take place Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Riverside Train Station.

Jobs on Patch: Musical Director, Case Manager, Accountant

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

Vote to Endorse Candidates at Village-Wide Caucus Meeting

The meeting will take place Dec. 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. at McClure Junior High School.

Western Springs Police Reports: Holiday Decoration Theft, DUI

Western Springs Police Department provided crime and arrest information through Dec. 1.

Shopping at Oakbrook Center Made Easy With Uber

Oakbrook Center and Uber and Offer Complimentary Rides for Holiday Shoppers