Cook County Submitted Content
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Elk Grove Village 1956 Food Drive ChallengeApr 07, 2026 4:09 pm - In honor of the 70th Anniversary of Elk Grove Village, the village is partnering with Elk Grove Township on a community food drive to support community members in need.
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Hanover Township’s 11th Annual 5K steps off on May 2Apr 07, 2026 4:03 pm - Hanover Township’s 11th annual “Sprint 2 Spring” 5K run/walk will be held at 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Youth Center in Elgin, 899 Jay Street.
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Chicago area Hooters locations collect 72 new purses to help local womenApr 06, 2026 11:50 pm - Hooters partnered with Love Purse for donation drives at all 11 Chicago area Hooters locations. Seventy-two new purses plus essential hygiene items were collected at the restaurants. All donations benefit Metropolitan Family Services and WINGS Program, Inc. to support women in need and survivors of domestic violence.
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DuPage and Kane County chairs champion Meals on Wheels during annual March for Meals WeekApr 06, 2026 8:48 pm - The March for Meals campaign coincided with DuPage Senior Citizens Council's 50th anniversary, prompting the launch of a sustainability fund to ensure continued support for essential senior services.
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The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band presents ‘A Concert For Viewers Like You’Apr 06, 2026 2:28 pm - The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band will present a special PBS-themed concert that will bring beloved television moments to life with a live band featuring music from iconic series, documentaries and cultural programs that have defined public broadcasting.
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Elmhurst District 205 earn Guardian Banners for Honor Flight Chicago fundraisersApr 06, 2026 1:54 pm - Students and staff from across Elmhurst Unit District 205 recently gathered as Honor Flight Chicago presented Guardian School banners recognizing this year’s fundraising efforts connected to the 2025 Veterans Day Run.
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Kid entrepreneurs sell their wares at Market Day at Vernon Area Public Library April 18Apr 06, 2026 1:28 pm - Forty-five young entrepreneurs in grades 3-8 will put their new business skills to the test and sell their products at a Market Sale Day from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at Vernon Area Public Library in Lincolnshire.
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‘High School Musical 2 JR’ show for all ages April 11-12 in NorthbrookApr 06, 2026 12:22 pm - For a high-energy show packed with friendship, big personalities and a little bit of summer chaos, see “High School Musical 2 JR.” at the Northbrook Park District.
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Third place winners, 2026 Arts Unlimited District 214/Daily Herald Community Arts and Writing ContestApr 06, 2026 11:20 am - Here are the third-place winners in the 2026 Arts Unlimited District 214/Daily Herald Community Arts and Writing Contest. The first-place winners published on March 20; second-place winners published on March 25.
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Seven U-46 employees earn state recognition in Those Who Excel programApr 06, 2026 11:10 am - Seven educators from Elgin Area School District U-46 received recognition through Illinois State Board of Education's Those Who Excel program, which honors teachers, administrators, and support staff making meaningful contributions to students and school communities across the state.