Northbrook-based Astellas announced Shontelle Dodson, Pharm. D, has been appointed to senior vice president, Health Systems. Dodson will assume overall responsibility for the Health Systems organization and will report directly to Percival Barretto...

This weekend Wizard World Comic Con: Noon to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Comic book and other pop cult...

Among the donations that poured in to help the Prospect Heights families displaced by a July 18 condominium fire was one unusual group of school supplies: musical instruments. Bryan Itzkowitz, director of bands at Holmes Middle School in Wheeling, a...

The North Suburban YMCA prides itself on creating an environment of inclusivity, where individuals of all ages and abilities come together for activities that make their lives healthier and happier. To see this priority in action, look no farther th...

Bill Schmoldt was 15 when he started working at Prospect Bikes and was tasked with changing flat tires and learning other parts of the business. Now 50 years later, he is retiring from the same bike store. After a short stint in the corporate world ...

The popularity among children of NBC's obstacle course competition show, "American Ninja Warrior," has spawned a wave of kid-friendly ninja gyms in the suburbs. Ninja competitions, camps and birthday parties are among the offerings at Ultimate Ninja...

The North Suburban YMCA has been named one of 200 finalists nationwide for the State Farm Neighborhood Assist® Grant for its "2 Seconds 2 Long" youth drowning prevention program. Drowning is the second-leading cause of accidental deaths for children...

NBCUniversal owned television stations' fourth annual Clear the Shelters initiative is being held on Saturday, Aug. 18. Clear the Shelters is a community-driven, nationwide pet adoption campaign that is dedicated to placing animal lovers with their ...