Local Jobs: Adventure Director, Nanny, Handyman, Receptionist

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

Lyons Twp. Senior Shoots and Scores ... a Car

Brendan Swinehart, of Western Springs, made the auto-winning half-court shot during last week's Lyons-Hindale Central game.

Representative Ron Sandack Files Bill to Allow for Local Control of Physical Education Curricula

House Bill 1330 would put decisions regarding PE participation at the local school district level.

Chicago Native Makes Giant Leap to Astronaut Hall of Fame

John Grunsfeld, a Highland Park High School grad, has been on 5 space shuttle missions and done 8 spacewalks.

Learn to Meditate - Free Meditation Classes

Where - Woodridge Public Library, Study Room When - Every Thursday @7:30pm

Father George Clements @WPL

Woodridge Public Library |Civil Rights Activist | Free Community Event Saturday, February 28, 2 p.m.

Infographic: Illinois State Government Union Membership Over the Years

Whether you belong to a union, support unions or hate unions, you’ll be interested in these charts.

Jimmy Clausen Marries Volleyball Star Over Valentine's Day Weekend

The Chicago Bears backup QB and girlfriend Jess Gysin, who have been together since 2012, wed in Palm Desert, Calif.

The Secret Garden: A Celebration of Hope

Family Shelter Service's Annual Gala

Pets on a Train: Who's On Board With Bringing Fido on the Metra?

The Metra board nixed Friday a 3-month trial letting passengers ride with small pets in order to research the idea. What do you think?

Illinois is Home to 6 of the Nation's Most Violent Neighborhoods

Does it really surprise you that we have more violent neighborhoods than any other state?

French-Algerian Acoustic Guitarist to Perform in Downers Grove

Pierre Bensusan will play Feb. 21 at Tobias Music.

Job Openings: Field Museum, Coca-Cola, Fantrack

Browse recent job openings in the Chicago area.

Rep. Sandack Announces Mobile Office Hours

Staff to be Available February 20 at Downers Grove Library

Vote Daily for Herrick Middle School to Win New Science Lab Furniture

Science teacher Jill Henry entered a contest to win $40,000 in furniture for the school's science lab. Voting continues through Feb. 28.

Woodridge Police Department to Take Super Plunge into Lake Michigan

The 2015 Super Plunge, held Feb. 20 and 21, benefits Special Olympics.

2015 Scholarships Available

Information on the Village/Prologis, Woodridge VFW, Rotary Club of Woodridge scholarships and more.

Woodridge Police Reports: Retail Theft, Drug Possession

The Woodridge Police Department reported crimes and arrests through Feb. 13.

Illinois Counties Placed on Poverty Warning and Watch Lists

These statistics are disturbing, to say the least.

Woodridge, IL, Senior Care Experts Work to Reduce Local Hospitalizations This Winter

Home Instead Senior Care has committed to reducing area hospitalizations through the launch of a new informational campaign

Foster To Host Discussions On Fraud Prevention For Seniors

Seniors are invited to a discussion hosted by Congressman Bill Foster in Aurora and Bolingbrook.

Abraham Lincoln's love for cats and other little-known facts about the 16th president

Honest Abe’s 206th birthday is Feb. 12. Celebrate by learning 20 new facts about the president from Illinois.

Barnes & Noble Bookfair

Bookfair

'Kitchen: Impossible' Visits Downers Grove / Measles Exposure Warning in DuPage / Naperville One of the Most Romantic Cities in America

Your Week in Headlines: Accused hookers busted in Elmhurst hotel rendezvous • Glen Ellyn trio charged in home invasion/robbery crime spree.

Alleged Grape Slip Triggers Lawsuit Against Westmont Supermarket

Shopper alleges she slipped on water and grapes at Aldi, causing her to fall violently on floor

Exposure to Measles Possible at DuPage County Locations: Health Officials

The DuPage County Health Department has pinpointed three locations where people could have been exposed to the measles in recent weeks.

How to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Illinois: One owner explains

Brad Zerman’s hopes to open his dispensary soon to be able to serve as many of the state’s approximately 1,000 registered patients

Illinois Republicans Balk and Bark and Democrats' Minimum Wage Bill

That's just one of several financial issues getting attention in the last week as the new governor gets down to business.

APRIL 15th Deadline Near - Woodridge Jr's Woman's Club 2015 Scholarship Applications Now Available

$500 Scholarship Applications, due April 15, 2015; are NOW available at all local High Schools

Burr Ridge Attorney Sentenced To Nearly Six Years In Prison For Stealing Millions

Attorney who pleaded guilty to 10 counts of wire fraud fraudulently invested Oak Park couple's money in gold mines.

Downers Grove South Announces First Semester Honor Roll

Congratulations to the honor roll students.

Downers Grove North Announces First Semester Honor Roll

Congratulations to the Honor Roll students.

Chamber630 Hires New Business Development Associate

Annie Kasinecz will join the Chamber630 business development team.

A letter to Illinois taxpayers: This economic turnaround isn't going to be fun

With the state's enormous pension debt and $9 billion budget deficit, getting Illinois' finances back on track will be hard for everyone.

Local Jobs: Honda, Shell, Rent-A-Center, Dunkin' Donuts, Nestle

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

'Restaurant: Impossible' Filming at Zest Bistro, Lemon Tree Grocer in Downers Grove

Some Yelp reviewers complement the food, while others lament the 'unbelievably bad service.'

Downers Grove North Boys Swim and Dive Places Fourth in Conference Championships

Hinsdale Central won the conference title, edging out rival Lyons Township.

Mary Anne Blair, Magin "Mike" Martinez Host Meeting

The meeting takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Doggie Diner.

Phone Scammers Manipulate Caller ID

Never provide personal or financial information during an incoming phone call.

Illinois Sen. Jack Franks introduces a new anti-corruption bill

It's kind of pathetic Illinois would even need a law like this one on the books