Home and Garden
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Plastic bags don't go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?
Jun 10, 2026 10:39 am - Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They're impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of.
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Plunging into the various types of poolsJun 10, 2026 10:21 am - Homeowners have several different options to consider when thinking about adding a pool to their property.
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Home & garden calendar, June 9-20Jun 09, 2026 3:32 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like the DuPage Monarch Project, the New Perennial Movement, and more. Also find more on garden walks, garden shows, and nature walks.
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The AP's gardening expert has a list of 10 top-performing new plants for this season
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Seasonal garden care: Safety equipment, pinching, and pruning tipsJun 09, 2026 5:00 am - Wear protective glasses and earplugs when using power equipment like weed whips and mowers in the garden, as debris can injure eyes and legs, while prolonged noise exposure can damage hearing.
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Good pots and pans don’t come cheap, so here’s how to make them last
Jun 09, 2026 4:47 am - It’s not difficult to protect the longevity of your pots and pans if you’re willing to put a little time and a minimal amount of effort into the process. (Yes, even cast iron is easier to maintain than many people think.)
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Damaged septic system draining onto streetJun 08, 2026 4:00 pm - Smelly water from a neighbor’s damaged septic system is draining onto the street, but they refuse to fix the problem. Is there anything we can do?
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High-performance windows for homes and businessesJun 07, 2026 6:00 am - There is literally no building in the Chicago area that can’t be outfitted with new high energy-rated windows.
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Should condo board install fake cameras to deter car thefts?Jun 03, 2026 2:48 pm - There have been some thefts from cars in the parking lot of our association. The board is considering installing “fake” security cameras in the parking lot. Are there legal concerns with this approach?
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Tens of thousands are making annual peony pilgrimage to University of Michigan's garden