Across Illinois|News|
Friendly Locals, Barbie Caterpillar And A Nut Bar: IL In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Illinois State News
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Across Illinois|News|
Four-Legged Friends Celebrate The Fourth of July In Illinois
Check out Illinois Patch's roundup of the most patriotic pets in the state for 2024.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
5 Epic Road Trips To Take This Summer
These incredible trips, spanning from the tip of Maine to the southern coast of California, are sure to “wow” everyone in your group!
Patch Holiday, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
Rare Nova Outburst, Meteors, Blue Supermoon Star In The Summer Sky
Meteor showers and supermoons are more predictable than summer skywatching events such as a nova explosion and northern lights displays.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Amazon Drivers Strike Over Labor Violations At Skokie Station
Members of Congress asked Amazon for answers about allegations of anti-union "bullying and lawbreaking" against delivery drivers in Skokie.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Nonprofits Receive Arts And Culture Grants: County
Cook County Arts is a $5 million pilot arts initiative funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale Airbnb Ban On Table Later This Month
Renters and neighbors disagree over the length of the short-term rental ban.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Biden-Aligned Super PAC Challenges RFK Jr.'s Illinois Ballot Petitions
The ballot challenge claims Kennedy "perjuriously" declared a New York residence and submitted ineligible signatures and false information.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Burr Ridge Auditor Policy 'Burdensome,' 'Impractical'
It was seen as a good government measure years ago. That was after another town's official made off with $50 million.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Burr Ridge May Settle With Code Violator: Village
The homeowner continued a construction project, despite a stop work order, according to public records.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Banned From Old Joliet Prison: 'Thank You, And I Am Not A Criminal'
Mike Johnson, a former volunteer at Old Joliet Prison, addressed the Joliet City Council asking that his ban from the property be lifted.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Jelly Belly Plant In North Chicago To Close In October
Ferrara Candy is relocating jelly bean production, affecting 66 employees who have been offered transfers to other Chicago-area facilities.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Inwood Ice Arena: Massive Renovation Project Underway
Joliet's Inwood Ice Arena has been open since 1993. This marks the first major renovation to the building since it opened.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Burr Ridge Broke Meeting Rules: Attorney General
The violations involve a trustee who did not show up in person for nearly seven months.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Sit-Down Restaurants In North Elmhurst? Some Exist
The north side has a deficit of sit-down restaurants compared to fast casual and fast food, an alderman said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Burbank Man Charged In Prank Calls To Palos Fire Protection District
The man is believed to have made dozens of false emergency calls to south and west suburban fire departments, Palos Park police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Hinsdale D86 Legal Bills Far More Than Other Districts
Board members have kept their lips sealed during meetings about the rising costs.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Skokie Police Sergeant Sues Over Sexism In Department
Sgt. Melissa Russell's lawsuit alleges years of gender discrimination, harassment and retaliation from high-ranking Skokie police officials.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet's Police Motorcycle Unit Remains Vital To Department: Photos
Producers with the television show "Chicago PD" have also used the Joliet police motorcycles as part of their filming.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Fireworks, Events Around Channahon Take Place July 3
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Channahon.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Developer Eyes Downtown Clarendon Hills Site
The village bought the land earlier this year after developers' previous plans fell through.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Tropical Smoothie Cafe To Open In Frankfort
The location will open at 20245 S. La Grange Road, Suite 1A, in the Frankfort Commons II retail plaza.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Supreme Court Declines To Hear Illinois Assault Weapons Ban Challenge
Justice Clarence Thomas called the 7th Circuit's reasoning "nonsensical," saying it should be reviewed if it allows the gun ban to stand.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Coding Club Founder Looks To Empower Young Girls In Northbrook
Kristelle Widjaja, a rising senior at Glenbrook North, started SheCanCode at Maple Middle School.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
