Make plans for Easter events throughout the suburbs, Shane Gillis at the United Center, Howie Mandel at the Genesee Theatre and more.

Grab your baskets and get ready to hunt for eggs and meet the Easter Bunny at events across the suburbs now through April 11.

A longtime Democrat on the DuPage County forest preserve board was fending off a pair of primary challengers Tuesday.

Susan M. Smentek is running for the Democratic nomination for DuPage County Forest Preserve Board District 1 in the March 17, 2026, primary election.

Here’s a closer look at DuPage County forest preserve candidates seeking the Democratic nod in the March primary.

Make plans for tree lightings and productions of “The Nutcracker” throughout the area, Naperville Holiday Parade of Lights, Christmas at Cantigny Light Show, the Vienna Boys Choir, “Elf The Musical” on stage and more.

A community tree lighting is a great way to kick off the holidays. Here’s where they are happening around the suburbs.

Sunday, June 1 48th annual Elgin Valley Fox Trot: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, June 1, at Grove Avenue and Ann Street, Elgin. Both courses are new in 2025 with a downhill finish. The race route heads through Elgin’s north neighborhoods toward Dundee an...

Mark your calendar for Cream of Wheaton, cruise nights, St. Sophia Greek Fest, Mundelein Craft Beer Festival, Arts in Bartlett Global Arts Festival, Woodstock Food Truck Festival, Libertyville Days and more happening this week.