Ongoing Santa Claus at Geneva Commons: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through Dec. 18 at Geneva Commons, 410 Commons Drive, Geneva. Stop by Santa's station at Geneva Commons for a visit, a photo and treats. shopgenevacommons.com. “The Immersive Nutcr...

Many suburban communities kick off the holiday season with tree lighting ceremonies. Some of these events have grown into mini-festivals, complete with caroling, Santa visits, sleigh rides and more. Here's where you can see them this week and beyond...

Friday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. It's an opportunity to thank veterans for their service, and to learn more about and honor those who have served our country. Here's a look at some ceremonies and events happening across the suburbs. Nov. 11 Vetera...

This endorsement is a consensus opinion of the Daily Herald Editorial Board. First elected to the Illinois House two years ago, Democrat Maura Hirschauer has made an impressive transition from passionate gun control activist to experienced lawm...

Several communities across the suburbs will observe the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with remembrance ceremonies. Here's a look at some of the events happening in the suburbs. Arlington Heights The 10th Annual Children o...

Starts before Friday Sandwich Fair: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, Sept. 7-9; 8 a.m. to midnight Saturday, Sept. 10; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at the Sandwich Fairgrounds, 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich. Carnival, food, ve...

Daily Goebbert's Fall Festival: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Monday, Oct. 31, at 42W813 Reinking Road, Pingree Grove. Animals, mazes, wagon rides, pig races and more. See website for activity hours. Tickets are $17 on weekdays, $20 on weekends and ...

Starts before Friday Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25; 6-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, one block south of Allen, on State Street, Hampshire. Nightly enter...

Starts before Friday Lake County Fair: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 28; 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 29-30; and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 31, at the Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Graysl...

Amid widespread storm damage - including from a tornado - and an extreme-heat warning, several suburbs are looking at multiday cleanups and power outages that could last into Wednesday afternoon. The National Weather Service reported Tuesday evening...