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100K meals packed during District 88 service project

VILLA PARK – Classes weren't in session, but Willowbrook High School was packed on Saturday with students and community volunteers who worked with the senior classes at Willowbrook and Addison Trail high schools to host a Feed My Starving Children Mobile Pack event.During this event, 429 volunteers ... Read More »

Seguin Services opens new group home in Lombard: 6 photos

Cicero-based Seguin Services held a housewarming party for its newest residential group home in Lombard on Thursday, May 16, 2013. The home, located at 708 E. Berkshire Ave.

Willowbrook students participate in sculpture show at Lilacia Park

LOMBARD – Among the maze of sculptures at Lilacia Park are a zebra and a birdbath created by Villa Park teenagers.

New garden a step toward sustainable playground

LOMBARD – It all started with some muddy children and an old, rusty drain in the outfield of a baseball diamond.

Local News

High school chefs impress Food Network star in Addison competition

ADDISON – The three contestants danced and dodged in between one another like seasoned professionals. Cheers from the crowd occasionally rang through the kitchen, particularly ... Read More »

Opinions

Letter: Don't hike the minimum wage

To the Editor: Illinois job creators are speaking with one voice: Adverse consequences from hiking Illinois' minimum wage will far outweigh the alleged benefits that some are ... Read More »

Letter: Military members deserve support

To the Editor: May is National Military Appreciation Month and I would like to take the time to bring attention to the individuals and families in our communities that give so ... Read More »

Reader Poll

What's your favorite summertime event in the western suburbs?

The La Grange Pet Parade
The DuPage County Fair
Eyes to the Skies Festival
The American Music Festival at FitzGerald's Nightclub in Berwyn