Harvest House Quilting Open House & Picnic

Open House & Annual Picnic

Express Centers Bring CareNet Pregnancy Help to More DuPage Communities

Free walk in pregnancy counseling now available in six DuPage locations

Growth in Latino Population Buoys Illinois as More Residents Move Out

By the numbers: The changing face of Illinois’ minority populations.

District 58 Board Seeks Applicants to Fill Unexpired Term

All applications are due in the Board office no later than 4 p.m. Sept. 2.

Bruce Rauner Didn't Win the Election; Pat Quinn Lost It, Says Mike Madigan

Here's what Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan had to say about Gov. Bruce Rauner in a recent interview.

The Illinois Constitution Isn't Getting Much Respect These Days

Why do unconstitutional bills continue to pass in the Illinois Legislature?

Woodridge Police Reports: TV Theft, Car Burglary, Trespass

The Woodridge Police Department reported crimes and arrests through Aug. 7.

District 58 Shares 2015 Annual Report With Community

The annual report aims to provide an overview of District 58’s programs, people and places.

100 Historical Fun Facts You Should Know About Chicago

Brush up on your Windy City trivia with these 100 Chicago fun facts.

Local Jobs: Cooper's Hawk, Chase, FedEx, Target, Nordstrom

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

Hidden Sugars Stunting Your Health

The sugars hidden in your everyday diet are hurting you and your family's health. Learn how to fight back against high added sugar intake.

The Top 10 Campaign Funds in Illinois with the Most Donations

A list of the top 10 Illinois campaign committees that have received the most political donations since Jan. 1, 1994.

Luna the Cuddly Kitten: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week

This black and white beauty is playful and curious.

Insurance Denied on Day of Mastectomy Surgery / One-Eyed Drunk Deserved Beating / Facebook Humiliates Woman with Disease

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including two families connected by one house, fate and cancer and the ‘ominous’ Patrick Kane case.

12 Jobs at Fortune's Most-Admired Companies

And many more where those came from on the Patch Jobs Board.

Glamorous Suburban Homes For Sale

Check out these gorgeous and pricey homes from around the western suburbs.

Plainfield Man Dies in I-55 Crash in Bolingbrook

A man from Justice was also killed in the crash.

Baby Gets Much-Needed Liver / 65,000 Meals for Needy / Wolf Pups / Jennifer Hudson Dazzles

JUST GOOD NEWS: 17 Chicago-area stories on Patch to lift your spirits and make you smile.

Do You Live in One of the 50 Safest Cities in Illinois?

Here are the top 50 safest cities in Illinois, according to ValuePenguin.

Perseid Meteor Shower 2015 Will Peak Aug. 12-13

Want to make a party out of the Perseids? Consider the Adler Planetarium's Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party on Aug. 12 in Wheaton.

Second Annual Downers Grove Oktoberfest Offers Food, Fun, Family

Event to kick off on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015 to benefit thirteen District 58 schools

Best Teachers: Top 50 School Districts in Suburban Chicago

Did the teachers in your district make the list?

Sold! Home Sales Around Woodridge

Check the sale prices of recently purchased homes.

Top 8 People and Actions to Blame for Illinois' Pension Problems

Here are eight people and legislative actions that have led to the state’s current pension disaster.

#WAPink: This is For You, Ladies, You Got Game

Walker Athletics announces new #WAPink Basketball Tournament series.

Jingle Bells Boutique

Christmas and Holiday boutique - mark your calendars and gather your friends for wonderful gift shopping

Killer Wind Strikes Fair / Jennifer Hudson in DG / Eerie Glimpse of Horror Film / Lightning Sparks House fires

Catch up on recent DuPage County headlines, including Glen Ellyn teen in the Parapan American Games and Sandra Bland lawsuit.

DGN Speech Team to Host Test-Driving Fundraiser

The event will be held from Aug. 17 at the Downers Grove North High School Main Street parking lot.

The Best and Worst Cities for Commuters in Illinois

If you're commuting from the suburbs, you probably know which list you made.

The Music and Influence of Pete Seeger

Woodridge Public Library | Music Program | Free Community Event|Sunday, August 16 at 2 p.m.

Woodridge 68 receives Conservation@Work certification

District recognized by The Conservation Foundation for its leadership in using green initiatives

Local Jobs: Fuller House, Starbucks, Eddie Bauer, Target

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

Top 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in 2015

These are the nation’s 10 most dangerous jobs in 2015, according to CareerCast.

This 'Curse of Downers Grove' Clip Gives Eerie Glimpse at Upcoming Horror Film

The movie is set to premiere this month in select theaters.

Downers Grove Family Displaced by Wednesday Morning House Fire

No one was injured, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

One-Stop-Shop: Benedictine's Office of Admissions makes transferring in August quick and easy

Transfer students interested in attending Benedictine University for the Fall 2015 Semester can complete all of their application paperwork

Wow House! Luxury Master, Walk Out Basement, Deck

This 5 bed, 5 bath home has 3,800 square feet.

Follett Holding Multiple Job Fairs for Woodridge Facility

The business is looking to hire temporary warehouse workers.

How a Property Tax Freeze, New School Funding Formula Could Break the Stalemate in Springfield

Will suburban legislators oppose any efforts to change the state’s school funding formula if property taxes are frozen?

Sheriff Seeks Fugitive Wanted for Identity Theft, Retail Theft

This week's fugitive is wanted out of Addison.