Independent bookstores in the suburbs have survived challenges from corporate conglomerates, online sellers, the economic downturn and e-books with two simple ingredients: knowledge of their communities and strong customer service. “We sell books th...

The St. Charles Public Library will present "Hot 'n Cole: The Music of Cole Porter" at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, in the library's Carnegie Community Room, 1 S. Sixth Ave. Pianist Matt Gruel and vocalist Cynthia Gruel will perform timeless classics fr...

There's nothing wrong with being loyal to your favorite restaurant. You know, the one where you don't even need to study the menu because you always order the same thing. Or where you look forward to seeing what the chef is trying this week. But whe...

A bloke speaks Catch comedian John Oliver, the host of HBO's acclaimed “Last Week Tonight,” at one of his last two standup shows tonight at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., Chicago. $55-$78.50. (800) 745-3000 or thechicagotheatre.com. 7 a...

An 18-year-old woman is facing charges of burglary in connection with burglaries in South Elgin and Schaumburg. Tatiana Ivanov was charged Dec. 21 with one count of residential burglary in Schaumburg, according to a news release from the Schaumburg ...

They overcame obstacles, were innovative, or had a mission. In any case, this year was filled again with some impressive, fun and entrepreneurial people from around the suburbs. Here is a sampling of those who attracted your attention as well: • Da...

• FONA International, based in Geneva, has named Amy McDonald and T.J. Widuch as executive vice presidents, appointing them to lead overall revenue generation efforts for the flavor company. Together, the pair has more than 45 years of experience in...

So you're getting a drone for Christmas, and you can't wait to rip open the packaging and fly your new toy in the crisp December air. Suburban airport officials say you should probably think again. Chicago Executive Airport (CEA) officials have laun...