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Why some suburban communities are holding off on mowing until Mother's DayMar 27, 2023 6:58 AM - Organizers say a spring lawn that grows longer and lets flowers bloom provides habitat, nectar and pollen for pollinators like native butterflies and bees. That habitat also can shelter for other insects that might otherwise flee or fall to harm under a mower's blades, providing food for migrating birds.
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'There is something magical about carousels': Volunteer meticulously restores Lambs Farm horsesMar 24, 2023 7:59 PM - There's something magical about carousels, says volunteer David Hamel, who spent 18 months meticulously repairing and painting the "jumping" horses on the carousel at Lambs Farm.
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Composting next topic in gardening learning seriesMar 24, 2023 5:52 PM - Learn why to compost, how to compost and how to use the compost to make a positive contribution to your garden and the environment in the next session of the 2023 Gardening Learning Series on April 12.
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Authorities: Palatine man sexually assaulted woman at gunpoint at Riverwoods hotelMar 24, 2023 5:13 PM - A Palatine man has been accused of forcing a woman to perform a sex act at gunpoint at a Riverwoodshotel in December.
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Vernon Hills man gets 8 years in prison for 'long cons'Mar 24, 2023 5:08 PM - Vernon Hills man gets 8 years in prison for 'long cons'
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Illinois Brass Band Prepares for National Brass Band ChampionshipsMar 24, 2023 9:14 AM - Illinois Brass Band Prepares for National Brass Band Championships
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Protecting potential targets: State gives security grants to suburban synagogues, mosques and women's clinicsMar 23, 2023 6:29 PM - Numerous suburban groups are among the 116 recipients of a state grant aimed at helping nonprofit organizations enhance protections against security threats.
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McHenry man who caused fatal 1999 crash gets 30 months for second DUI
Mar 23, 2023 3:06 PM - A McHenry man convicted in 1999 of killing a 32-year-old man while driving drunk in Lake County was sentenced Wednesday to 30 months in prison and six months probation for driving under the influence in 2021 in Spring Grove.
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Make Passover dining plans now for less stress laterMar 23, 2023 11:38 AM - It's not too early to start planning ahead for Passover. Here are some holiday dinners and specials we found at suburban restaurants.
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Neighbors in the news: Maine South principal named as a Golden Apple finalist
Mar 23, 2023 10:16 AM - Maine South High School Principal Ben Collins was named a Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership finalist.
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