Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Most Popular Baby Names for Girls, Boys of 2013

Five Ways to Volunteer in the Wheaton Area

Mosque Makes Its Home in Former Wheaton Church

The Islamic Center of Wheaton moved in after purchasing the former First Assembly of God Church at Geneva Road and President Street.

Wheaton Woman, Daughter Are Angels of Mercy in Coal City

Jennifer Guevara organized a drive to gather donated supplies to help Coal City residents devastated by three tornadoes on Nov. 17. Her compassion inspired her daughter to organize a collection at Madison Elementary School.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Comedian to People Without Kids: YOU HAVE NO IDEA

Wheaton’s North Main Street Reopen to All Traffic

Area remains a construction zone, and temporary lane shifts will continue as work on the final phase winds down. Landscaping work will begin in the spring.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Aquatic Experience Comes to Schaumburg This Weekend

Watch a Porcupine Eat a Pumpkin and Squeal

Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.

Wheaton North Earns Trip To Quarterfinals

Parenting Lessons: Year One

"Is she warm enough? Is she too warm? Is she still breathing??" These are examples of the thoughts racing through the mind of a new parent.

Chicago Bear James Anderson Brightens Kids' Day in Elmhurst Tuesday

Did you know Anderson is an artist in the off-season?

Baby Born at 10 a.m. on 11/12/13

A baby boy was born on the sequentially thrilling time and date of 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12—or 10, 11/12/13—at Good Samaritan Hospital.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

Wheaton Partners With Elgin Firm for Holiday Lights Recycling

Program will be available from Nov. 25 through Feb. 10.

Trending: The Nation Says Thank You to Veterans

See how people are thanking veterans around the country.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Wheaton College Graduate Billy Graham Turns 95 This Week

On November 7, 1918, William Franklin Graham was born near Charlotte, North Carolina. And, in 1943, he became pastor of our local Baptist Church.

3 Assistance DuPage County Prosecutors to be Honored

Chicago Crime Commission to present Mitchell A. Mars Prosecutorial Excellence Award on Wednesday.

Local Runners Headed to State

94-Year-Old World War II Veteran Honored With Six Combat Medals

After the war, Frank Andrews never received the medals he earned at Omaha Beach and the Battle of the Bulge.

5 Ways to Volunteer in the Wheaton Area

A look at organizations currently seeking volunteers in the Wheaton area.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Front Street to Close for an Hour During Saturday’s Chili Cook Off

Hourlong closure will start at 2:45 p.m. between Hale and North Main streets.

Mom's Song Moves Baby to Tears

Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.

See Crowds Swarm at the Mariano’s Wheaton Opening

Samples to taste, selections, size wow visitors to new South Main Street business.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

A Father's Priceless Reaction to Son's Report Card

Every parent should have this much joy at report card time.

5 Ways to Volunteer in Wheaton

A look at organizations currently seeking volunteers in Wheaton.

District 200 to Sell Hubble Bricks

District 200 will sill bricks from old Hubble school building in Wheaton as it is demolished and cleared for a Mariano's Fresh Market.

Increase in West Nile Virus Prompts Mosquito Control in Wheaton

Most recent positive tests for the virus in Wheaton were Aug. 31.

Donation to Children's Museum to Benefit At-Risk Children and Their Parents

Parents will learn importance of play for their young children at risk, or in need, after donation from women's group initiated by Wheaton woman.

City Accepting Shared-Cost Requests for New Sidewalks

City now accepts requests for shared costs in sidewalk repairs.

Friends Remember St. Francis Alum Megan Boken's Laugh, Positivity

As loved ones prepare for the difficult task of saying goodbye at Megan Boken's memorial services starting Wednesday, they share their favorite memories of the friend they lost.

Scholarship Funds Created in Memory of Megan Boken

The Boken family requests in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Megan Boken scholarship funds at St. Francis High School and St. Louis University.

Facebook Friends Organize Moment of Prayer in Memory of Megan Boken

A moment of prayer is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday in honor of the Wheaton native who was shot and killed last weekend.

Wheaton Teachers: Megan Boken Was a Leader, 'Got Along With Everybody'

Teachers and coaches remember Wheaton native Megan Boken, a volleyball star in her hometown and at St. Louis University, for her athleticism, leadership, interest in academics and ability to get along with everybody. She died Saturday, Aug. 18.