Across Illinois|News|
10 Water Parks To Visit In Illinois This Summer
Dive, slide or float at these ten must-visit Illinois water parks this summer.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Illinois State News
176,720 visits in the last 30 days
Across Illinois|News|
Where To Stay For IL Summer 2026 Road Trips, Staycations
From dome glamping and grain bin living to luxurious city escapes, there is no shortage of unique stays across Illinois.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
Strangers Next Door May Prefer Keeping Their Distance: Block Talk
A survey suggests the American neighborhood remains important but no longer plays a central role in everyday social life.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
South Suburban Death Notices, Week Of May 25
South suburban obituaries and available visitation information.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Burbank Seventh-Grader On Her Way To Washington.DC, Scripps National Spelling Bee
Liberty Junior High student Kirsten Cerdenia, 13, will represent South Cook County in the National Scripps Spelling Bee, May 26 to May 28.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|News|
Arrested At Hammel Woods Forest Preserve: Shorewood Woman May Lose Vehicle To Police Forfeiture
The Will County State's Attorney's Office of Jim Glasgow hopes to turn the 2020 Buick Enclave of Nora Koncel into a forfeited police asset.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Photos: Governor JB Pritzker Bringing Joliet Brand New I-80 Bridge, He Celebrates Construction's Underway
Some of the Chicago TV reporters were less interested in the I-80 Bridge. They asked JB Pritzker about the Chicago Bears' stadium plans.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Airbnb-Style Rentals Soon Will Be Treated As Nuisances In Arlington Heights
Village officials said the regulations were crafted following resident complaints involving noise, parking, parties and transient occupancy.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
High Waves, Dangerous Rip Currents Create Hazardous Conditions At Evanston Beaches
Weather forecasters warned that waves up to 6 feet and life-threatening rip currents could endanger swimmers this weekend.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Photos: See Joliet's Farmers Market, First-Ever Event At New Joliet City Square
Michele Arana of Internode has helped grow Joliet's Farmers Market. This is the third year, but first at the new City Square.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
Beloved Restaurant Won’t Reopen After Fire | Data Center Lawsuit | Eatery's Abrupt Closing: IL Business News
A grease fire cuts a beloved restaurant's life short, and a city faces legal woes after approving a huge data center: IL business news.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Photo Alerted York High About Student With Apparent Weapon: District
The district reminded families about the importance of "See Something, Say Something."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Rosemont’s New Minecraft Experience Is Built For Kids — And Their Parents
A Patch reporter and his Minecraft-loving 9-year-old son recently explored “Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue.”
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
2 Arrested, 129 Cited In Skokie During Distracted Driving Enforcement
Throughout the month of April, Skokie police were on the lookout for distracted driving violations.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Developers Unveil Hinsdale Housing Plan, Including Duplexes, Senior Complex
The proposal calls for less density than previous ones. A neighborhood representative sounded positive about the plan.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Flag Field, Unknown Union Solider, Memorial Day Ceremonies Planned Monday In Palos Communities
Memorial Day remembrance ceremonies are planned for Monday, May 25, in Palos Heights, Palos Hills and Palos Park.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Alsip VFW Post 450 Leads Memorial Day Ceremony Monday At 118th and Cicero
Mayor John Ryan and Alsip VFW Post 450 will hold a Memorial Day ceremony to honor fallen military members on Monday, May 25.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Oak Lawn, Hometown Remember Fallen War Heroes With Memorial Day Ceremonies
Take a moment out of your holiday weekend to honor the fallen at Oak Lawn and Hometown Memorial Day ceremonies on May 25.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
South Side, IL|News|
West Englewood Fire That Left 2 Adults And 2 Children Dead Being Investigated As Arson
The fire is believed to have started outside the home and is being investigated as an arson, Chicago police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
2 Batavia D101 Board Members Resign On Same Day
Two members tendered their resignations May 18, citing difficulties with the Board.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Community Rallies Behind Local Tavern Owner's Campaign To Re-Open
Teddy O'Brian's owner is looking to reopen the tavern after its liquor license was revoked last year.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
Romeoville Board OKs New Indoor Playground Equipment
The Jungle Safari indoor playground is located inside the Romeoville Recreation Center, 900 W. Romeo Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet's Data Center In Jeopardy? Lawsuit From 3 People Names City of Joliet, Powerhouse And Hillwood
The Joliet City Council, except for Suzanna Ibarra, voted 8 to 1 to allow for the construction of one of the largest data centers to begin.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
