Naperville IL

A popular ice cream franchise will soon make its Illinois debut in Chicago's suburbs. Ohio-based ice cream franchise Handel's Ice Cream signed a multi-unit agreement to open its first stores in Illinois. Several locations are set to open around Chicago in the next year, including in Elgin, Geneva/St. Charles, and...

A late-night ride in Lombard ended in tragedy early Sunday when a motorcyclist was fatally injured in a crash at a busy suburban intersection. Police said the collision, which involved a motorcycle and another vehicle, was reported at about 1:04 a.m. in the area of Finley Road and 22nd Street, according to NBC Chicago.

A fried bologna sandwich becoming the main event? In Illinois, that kind of surprise feels right at home. This neighborhood tavern in downtown Lemont has turned a humble lunch-counter classic into the dish people keep talking about. The appeal starts with simplicity: comfort food, a relaxed bar-and-grill setting, and a

While most student research projects end up in a storage bin in the attic, one completed by eighth graders at Naperville's Lincoln Junior High School is now state law. Lincoln students spearheaded the effort to make the big, fuzzy black-and-gold bumblebee the official Illinois state bee. Barb Bell, a science...

Days after storms​ brought 13 tornadoes to Northern Illinois and Northwest Indiana, utility crews were still working to restore power to customers who were still in the dark Monday morning.

A Juneteenth event, called iCU Community Juneteenth in the 'Burbs, is Saturday, June 20, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Harper College, 1200 West Algonquin Road in Palatine.

Tucked along East Northwest Highway in Palatine, Illinois, Village Inn combined with Bakers Square Pie is the kind of place that feels like a warm hug the moment you walk in. Known for its all-day comfort food and legendary homemade pies, this cozy spot has earned a loyal following from locals and travelers alike.

Two men were pronounced dead Saturday after being pulled from Lake Michigan near the south pier of the Pigeon Lake Channel in Port Sheldon Township, Ottawa County. Before deputies arrived, bystanders reportedly tried to rescue the pair, and first responders continued lifesaving efforts at the scene. The victims were id

Kane County employees who use high-profile weight loss drugs could see that coverage disappear, as county leaders weigh a plan to drop those prescriptions from the employee health plan while keeping them for diabetes care. The idea surfaced at a recent Human Services Committee meeting, where officials walked through op

Suburban Chicago man who dragged DEA agent and led 100 mph chase gets more than 4 years in federal prison – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) Posen, Illinois – A routine attempt to serve outstanding warrants turned into a violent confrontation when a 25-year-old local man jumped into a stol