Chicago Bears, American Academy Of Dermatology Team Up To Fight Skin Cancer With Free Screenings At Training Camp

Free SPOTme skin cancery screenings at Chicago Bears training camp, Aug. 6 - 7. Visit SPOTme.org for more information.

Final Steel Beam Placed on New Advocate Good Samaritan Bed Tower

The placement of the final beam was celebrated July 30.

Which Illinois Prisons are the Most Overcrowded?

Inmate capacity at Illinois’ 25 correctional centers by the numbers.

DGS Band to Host Car Wash Fundraiser

The car wash will take place Aug. 8.

Baby Survives Hot Car / American Sniper Corn Maze / Pets Live Through Devastating Squalor / Marine Enters Hall of Heroes

If you miss a day, you miss a lot, including a nurse raising money for a CuddleCot, arrest made in attack on dog with firecracker.

WHEATON DRAMA ANNOUNCES CAST FOR PLAY IT AGAIN, SAM

Wheaton Drama is pleased to announce the cast for Woody Allen’s “Play It Again, Sam”, to be performed September 18 through October 11.

Woodridge Police Reports: Slashed Tires, Gas Theft, Graffiti

The Woodridge Police Department reported crimes and arrests through July 31.

LeeLee the Sweet Domestic Short Hair: DuPage County Pet Pick of the Week

LeeLee is closely bonded with her sister, Soxy, so they will need to be adopted together.

The Coffee Obsession

Our obsession with coffee has gotten out of hand. Even with health benefits, this is why you should drink coffee in moderation.

Cost of Driving: How Does Illinois Compare?

Which state is the most expensive for drivers? Which costs drivers the least? And where does the Land of Lincoln land in the rankings?

Beat the Heat and Try Something Sweet at One of These 59 Ice Cream Shops in Illinois

A list of 59 must-try ice cream shops throughout the state.

Social Media and Its Effect on Your Fitness

When you're looking for fitness motivation or support, look no further than social media. You can count on it to help you on your journey.

Map: Who's being hurt by the Illinois government shutdown?

These organizations and people are reeling from the state government shutdown.

CareNet's Question for Planned Parenthood: "Are Women Being Served, or Being Lied to for Profit?"

In the wake of the baby parts video controversy, a local DuPage provider responds.

Shedd School in the Bahamas / COD Contracts Questioned / Wheaton Brew Fest / Marine in Hall of Heroes

Catch up on recent DuPage County headlines, including Sandra Bland's funeral, a Hinsdale South security video and Mariano’s hiring.

Counties in Illinois with the Most Reported Rapes Per Capita

Counties with the most and fewest reported forcible rapes per 10,000 people, according to the Illinois State Police.

BLUE MAN GROUPS TIMELESS SHOW CONTINUES TO RANK AS NEW YORK'S #1 ENTERTAINMENT VALUE!

Chicagoan's visiting New York flock to Astor Street Theaters Blue Man Group for blue-chip entertainment and unmatched value!

Woodridge Teen Pursues Marine Biology Dream in the Bahamas

DGS rising senior Morgan Meyer was accepted into the Shedd Aquarium’s High School Marine Biology program.

Healthy Back To School Tips

It's time to get the whole family back into the swing of things with summer coming to an end. Follow these healthy tips for back to school.

Tackling Childhood Obesity

End the epidemic of childhood obesity. A healthy lifestyle of regular exercise and healthy eating should be emphasized from a young age.

Why the Mitsubishi plant closing could be a test case for Rauner's business reforms

What does this mean for Illinois' business climate and manufacturing future?

Bill that Assists Property Owners and Contractors Signed into Law

Home sales will no longer be stalled in case of contractual disputes.

Parkinson's Disease Foundation National HelpLine Answers Questions & Offers Free Resources for Families and Health Professionals

Parkinson’s HelpLine Expands to Include Interpreters in More than 200 Languages

Lombard Race for the Cure Support Gathering Now

Annual race will raise money for breast health, care, treatment and support locally.

Local Jobs: Pepsi, Sears, Barnes and Noble, JCPenny, PNC

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

Rep. Sandack Applauds House Democrats for Responding to Pressure to Block COLAs

The House passed an amendment today to roll back the legislative raises that were snuck in through last year’s budget.

Guy 'Red' Brownson, 59, Loving Husband, Devoted Dad

Brownson was a proud member of the Downers Grove Township Democratic Organization and an honored member of VFW Post 5696.

What Percent of the Illinois State Lottery's Total Revenue Goes to School Funding?

See the Illinois Lottery’s total revenue, expenses and the amount transferred to K-12 public schools since 2006.

Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park Staff Receives Two Five-Star Awards

Cypress Cove staff recognized for life-guarding skills.

2016 Fury Baseball Tryouts

Fury Baseball Boys Travel Announce Tryouts For 2016 Season

Model Railroad Venture Crew Needs Help to Replace Broken Trailer

The club needs a new trailer to bring its modular railroad layout to several shows a year.

District 99 to Name New Superintendent by December

The district is planning distribute an online survey to poll the community the next superintendent.

Schools in Illinois with the Biggest Tuition Increases for the 2015-16 Academic Year

If you’re a prospective college student or the parent of one, you'll want to know which universities are hiking tuition and by how much.

August One-Stop-Shop

It’s not too late to apply for Fall 2015 Semester! Become a part of the BenU family in just a few hours.

The Associates to Play Final Concert of the Season on July 29

The Woodridge Park District's Free Summer Concert Series concludes on Wednesday, July 29 at Seven Bridges Park.

Woodridge Police Reports: DUI, Theft, Car Burglary

The Woodridge Police Department reported crimes and arrests through July 24.

The tremendous power of forgiveness

Forgiveness heals.

Whisker Walk 5K

WCHS's annual dog walk

Sold! Home Sales Around Woodridge

Check the sale prices of recently purchased homes.

Thousands of Work-at-Home Jobs: Where to Find Them

Start with the Patch Jobs Board.