Democrats are outspending Republicans nearly 2-1 in contentious state House races across the suburbs as they push to expand the party's inroads in the once GOP-dominated region. Led by House Speaker Michael Madigan, Democratic candidates and the sta...

Several high school students from the area have been named semifinalists in the National Achievement Scholarship contest. The scholarship program, run by the Evanston-based National Merit Scholarship Corp., provides academically gifted black student...

Acting Village President Dean Argiris declared a state of emergency after flooding in Wheeling over last weekend. If any homes in town have had flood damage, residents should call the village at (847) 459-2633. A message should be left with the resi...

To have an event listed in this calendar, e-mail the details at least two weeks in advance of the event or registration deadline to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com. Please put "Fundraisers" in the subject line. Operation Helping Hands program: Join Bill...

An 18-year-old Lisle teen accused of striking a Naperville bicyclist while driving under the influence of drugs is facing new criminal charges, according to court records released Wednesday. Prosecutors already had charged Brian R. Melbye with aggra...

Nature programs for kids Children ages 3 to 6 can explore nature in the Kane County Forest Preserve's "Near to Nature" programs this summer. Children and their parents will explore natural areas, go on hikes and play games. The cost is $5 for each s...

To have an event listed in this calendar, e-mail the details at least two weeks in advance of the event or registration deadline to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com. Please put "Neighbor sports" in the subject line. Chicago White Sox Trip: Motor coach le...

To have an event listed in this calendar, e-mail the details at least two weeks in advance of the event or registration deadline to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com. Please put "Neighbor sports" in the subject line. Adult Golf Lessons: 6-7 p.m. Thursdays...

Wheeling Police first in teen safety The Wheeling Police Department has received first place honors for its Teen Driver Safety programs and second place overall recognition for Wheeling's traffic enforcement and educational initiatives from the Illi...

To have an event listed in this calendar, e-mail the details at least two weeks in advance of the event or registration deadline to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com. Please put "Neighbor sports" in the subject line. Punjabi Cultural Society of C...