Illinois honored 28 schools — including 11 suburban public and private schools — with Blue Ribbon Schools awards at an event at the Governor’s Mansion. Gov. JB Pritzker established the statewide award program after President Donald Trump’s administration abolished the national equivalent. At the event, 15 public and 13 private K-12 schools received awards for academic excellence.

In a village board room filled with their peers, two Wheeling police officers and three firefighters were promoted to positions of greater authority this week.

Make plans to see the O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, “Dancing With The Stars Live” at the Rosemont Theatre, Maple Sugaring Days, Elmhurst’s 28th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and more.

JETSET Pilates offering premium full-body workouts is expanding across the Chicago area with 18 confirmed locations in various stages of development. Focus areas include multiple sites in downtown Chicago, Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Oak Brook, Downers Grove, St. Charles/Geneva, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Mundelein and Barrington.

The Voices of Hope Community Chorus is expanding its community contributions program for 2026, naming Wellness House in Hinsdale, as its spring award recipient.

When someone is feeling sad or happy, we might say they’re in a “bad mood” or “good mood.” So when you hear the term “mood disorder,” you might think it’s nothing more than a transient feeling. But mood disorders are not the same as being in a good or bad mood.

Four suburban teachers are among 30 finalists for the 2026 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching.

Meet Chicago Northwest and Rosemont host restaurant weeks, bubble tea purveyor Gong cha has added soup to the menu, Fry the Coop now offers wings and more.

After simmering for weeks, the rivalry between Democratic Senate candidates U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is veering into vitriol. Krishnamoorthi’s campaign debuted a negative ad this weekend blasting Stratton about camp...

Ruth’s Chris Steak House is set to open its third suburban location, this time in Naperville’s Block 59 dining and entertainment complex.