32 to do: Fourth of July fireworks in Chicago 2023

Fourth of July is quickly approaching and the Chicago area is ready to celebrate with fireworks.

32 To Do: Colorful Pride events happening in Chicagoland

Pride Month is a month-long celebration dedicated to celebrating and remembering the LGBTQ+ community full of colorful events, parades, festivals, and educational discussions.

Illinois teacher makes history with 55 Years of dedicated service

At 77 years old, John Prusko made history for being the longest-tenured teacher at Grove Junior High in Elk Grove Village.

Chicago suburbs celebrate May the Fourth

Celebrations are being held across the area, including Naperville, for May the Fourth.

Chicago suburbs celebrate May the Fourth
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Celebrations are being held across the area, including Naperville, for May the Fourth.

Waste management trucks destroyed by blaze in Elk Grove

A fire at Groot Industries in Elk Grove left four waste management trucks in ruins Sunday morning. 

Salvation Army prepares for severe weather expected throughout Chicago area

The Salvation Army began mobilizing in preparation for weather related disasters after the National Weather Service's prediction of significant thunderstorms, golf ball size hail and tornado risk. 

8 suburbs participating in Chicago Northwest Restaurant Week
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A number of restaurants in the northwest suburbs are getting ready to wine and dine guests with a little something extra.

Elk Grove police investigate Walgreens robbery

A man stole cash from the register at a Walgreens in Elk Grove Village Monday afternoon. 

Chicago-area churches set up shop out in the community for Ash Wednesday

In a sure sign of these busy times, more and more Chicago-area churches have moved Ash Wednesday proceedings from inside the church to outside in the community at places like train stops, restaurants and drive-through facilities.