Shows, events Sept. 15: Fourth annual Church Creek DOGS (D)oing (O)rganization (G)oodwill from (S)eniors Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (rescheduled from July 14). 1250 W. Central Road, Arlington Height...

This weekend ArtsFest-St. Charles: Runs through Sunday, Sept. 16, in venues around St. Charles. The eighth annual event, by the St. Charles Arts Council and St. Charles Park District, features multiple artistic disciplines in venues all over the cit...

Metra leaders gave riders a 2019 fare-hike holiday Wednesday but promised doomsday-scenario downsizing unless state funding materializes. That could mean eliminating stations, trains and even routes, officials said. "Absent adequate funding, Metra c...

Ever since she received groceries and presents for her kids around Christmas 34 years ago, Juanita Martinez has been paying it forward. She helps families who know her as the empathetic and longtime face of the Wayne Township food pantry and general...

The mobile food pantry run by Al Pioch and his neighbors can serve up to 200 households a year, but there's one face in the crowd he will never forget. He doesn't press people to open up when they receive groceries in the parking lot of the Wayne To...

This weekend Elgin Fringe Festival: Friday, Sept. 7, through Sunday, Sept. 16, at various locations in downtown Elgin. Dance, comedy, drama and music in cafes, theaters, storefronts and a variety of other locations. Visual art opening reception is F...

It was a battle of the seasons Saturday at Schaumburg's annual Septemberfest. There was a late-summer storm, followed by a steamy, sunny afternoon - perfect for those enjoying the Fresh-Picked Summer Ale being served up by the Itasca Brewing Co. in ...