Lifestyle
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70 years ago, school integration was a dream many believed could actually happen. It hasn't
May 17, 2024 6:00 am - WASHINGTON — Seventy years ago this week, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled separating children in schools by race was unconstitutional. On paper, that decision — the fabled B...
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Make it a smooth transition into and out of the hospitalMay 17, 2024 6:00 am - Being prepared in advance for a planned hospital admission will help you get the most out of your stay.
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West Chicago Blooming Fest returns this weekendMay 16, 2024 5:37 pm - West Chicago’s annual Blooming Fest has grown into a gardener’s playground. It’s the main event of a downtown spring festival celebrating the start of the growing season.
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Camp Ruff It plans its first Doggie Prom May 22May 16, 2024 3:30 pm - Carol Stream, May 22, 2024 — Camp Ruff It, a cage-free doggie day care and boarding facility known for its innovative and fun-filled activities for dogs, will host its i...
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Citing ‘unfortunate reality,’ park district closing Palatine Stables this fallMay 16, 2024 12:38 pm - The publicly owned Palatine Stables will close this fall after some seven decades of equestrian operations, the Palatine Park District has announced. “While the memories ...
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PetSuites Schaumburg has openedMay 16, 2024 6:23 am - PetSuites opened its fifth suburban Chicago-area location Wednesday at 1804 W. Wise Road in Schaumburg. The 11,000-square-foot space will feature premium amenities, inclu...
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A guide to farmers markets in the suburbsMay 16, 2024 6:19 am - As the growing season begins, farmers markets are opening throughout the suburbs. Some start in June or later while others have already begun. Here’s a helpful guide.
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‘It doesn’t matter if he has four legs or two legs’: Statue would honor Lake County sheriff’s canine Dax as one of the fallenMay 16, 2024 6:19 am - A push is on to cap the awards, accolades and recognitions for one of Lake County’s best known crimefighters with a permanent tribute in a public plaza. In recent weeks, ...
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Spring fever for plantingMay 16, 2024 6:00 am - After a few weeks of mild weather, spring-hungry Chicagoans think about planting.
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Gardening in gravel? Here’s why you’ll be glad you tried it
May 16, 2024 6:00 am - A gravel garden can save you time and water, even doing away with pesky weeds if installed properly.