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‘The purpose of Memorial Day’: Communities gather to remember fallen heroes

On Memorial Day, communities throughout the suburbs held parades and ceremonies to honor fallen service members. In Arlington Heights, that included public recognition - for the first time - of nine Civil War soldiers discovered by a local historian.

Bake an eggplant in the oven until soft, then combine with mayo, olive oil, garlic and lemon to make this easy baba ganoush.

Tired of hummus? Try this easy, nutrient-rich baba ganoush

Baba ganoush is a smooth and nutrient-rich alternative to the ever-popular hummus, plus it's simple to make and delicious. In the unlikely event that you have leftovers, you can make a yummy lunch the next day.

A Southwest Airlines jet comes in for a landing at Midway International Airport in Chicago. One expert predicts a summer of bargain airfares.

A ‘golden summer of cheap flights’ or more airport meltdowns? A preview of summer travel season

What’s up with gas prices? Is it safe to fly to Newark? We answer these questions and more, plus experts offer tips for getaways, as summer travel season gets underway.

Symptoms of gastric ulcers include stomach pain, nausea, loss of appetite or bloating that grows worse after eating.

H. pylori can cause ulcers, lead to cancer screening

I was having stomach pain and some nausea. The doctor found bacteria in my stomach, and I was diagnosed with a gastric ulcer. Now I’m being told that I should get screened for stomach cancer. Is that really necessary? If I agree, what are the tests I will need to get?

Wheeling Township Elementary District 21 is one of the school districts that has received a Stronger Connections grant under the 2022 federal Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, but now future federal funding is in danger.

Cuts to school mental health grants could trickle down to local districts

The Trump administration's cancellation of mental health program grants could significantly impact suburban schools.

Navy Cmdr. Sheree Williams salutes after placing a wreath during the annual Memorial Day program at Bluff City Cemetery in Elgin Monday. Williams was representing the from the veterans ministry at Second Baptist Church of Elgin.

Photo Gallery: Memorial Day ceremonies and parades in the suburbs

Hanover Park gardening aficionado Kelly Bauer established The Little Blue Greenhouse where fellow enthusiasts can drop off and pick up free seedlings, bulbs and cuttings as a way to nurture hope and build community.

Hanover Park gardener cultivates community with little free sharing greenhouse

Kelly Bauer spreads joy one seedling at a time. For the Hanover Park gardening enthusiast, cultivating seedlings is about nurturing hope. Making those seedlings available for free in a neighborhood greenhouse is about building community, a Bauer helps nourish through The Little Blue Greenhouse located outside her home in the 8100 block of Northway Drive.