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Carrie Blomquist of Johnsburg found a wallet and ID belonging to John Mack Jr. in Pistakee Lake on Father's Day 2025. She was able to find his sons and get the memento of their back to them.

Dad’s long-lost wallet found in Chain O’ Lakes, returned to sons decades later

A decades-old wallet with ID belonging to a man who died in 2020 was found on Father’s Day in the Chain O’ Lakes. The man's sons were shocked and emotional to get the memory of their father back.

The June visit through the Sister Cities Association of Palatine to Fontenay-Le-Comte was highlighted by a concert featuring Palatine’s Brotherhood of Harmony Chorus.

Sister act: Palatine to receive visit from French mayor

Palatine will receive a visit from the mayor and members of the city council of its sister city, Fontenay-Le-Comte, France, next month.

A boy dog named Suzi was rescued by good Samaritans as he darted into traffic Friday night in Batavia.

Good Samaritans credited with saving runaway dog in Batavia

A trio of good Samaritans are being credited with saving a dog that was darting into traffic on the night of July 4 in Batavia.

Ivy, a Glendale Heights police dog, will receive a bullet and stab protective vest donated by nonprofit Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Bloodhound police dog to wear donated protective vest

A Glendale Heights police dog is getting some gear to help keep her safe on the job.

Fruits and vegetables are pictured at a County Market grocery store in Springfield. The items are eligible for purchase under the federal SNAP program.

Federal food assistance changes threaten benefits for thousands of Illinoisans

The domestic policy law signed by President Donald Trump last week creates new work requirements that could jeopardize food assistance benefits for 360,000 Illinoisans. Illinois will be required to cover a greater portion of the administrative costs and benefits of SNAP, which could cost several hundred million dollars.

To get those perfect grill marks, place the steaks on the grill on the diagonal, at about a 45-degree angle across the direction of the grates.

How to cook the perfect steak, grill marks and all

A juicy steak is — for many — the pinnacle of grilling options. Caramelized and sizzling on the outside, pink and tender on the inside, with those beautiful crosshatch marks that let you know exactly how your steak was prepared. Here’s how to get to that perfect beefy nirvana.

‘More than just coffee’: Arlington Heights café recognized for hiring people with disabilities

Gerry’s Café in Arlington Heights was recognized with a state tourism designation Tuesday for its mission of providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.