Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
The Islamic Center of Wheaton moved in after purchasing the former First Assembly of God Church at Geneva Road and President Street.
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.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
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.
Thank you, Internet, for the perfect end to Halloween.
"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.
Did you know Anderson is an artist in the off-season?
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.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
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.
Program will be available from Nov. 25 through Feb. 10.
See how people are thanking veterans around the country.
On November 7, 1918, William Franklin Graham was born near Charlotte, North Carolina. And, in 1943, he became pastor of our local Baptist Church.
Chicago Crime Commission to present Mitchell A. Mars Prosecutorial Excellence Award on Wednesday.
After the war, Frank Andrews never received the medals he earned at Omaha Beach and the Battle of the Bulge.
A look at organizations currently seeking volunteers in the Wheaton area.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
Hourlong closure will start at 2:45 p.m. between Hale and North Main streets.
Mom's rendition of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" creates a strong reaction in her 10-month-old baby.
Samples to taste, selections, size wow visitors to new South Main Street business.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
Every parent should have this much joy at report card time.
A look at organizations currently seeking volunteers in Wheaton.
District 200 will sill bricks from old Hubble school building in Wheaton as it is demolished and cleared for a Mariano's Fresh Market.
Most recent positive tests for the virus in Wheaton were Aug. 31.
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 now accepts requests for shared costs in sidewalk repairs.
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.
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.
A moment of prayer is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday in honor of the Wheaton native who was shot and killed last weekend.
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.