The Gorilla Conservation Center serves many roles for Brookfield Zoo Chicago.

“Tropical Forests,” the new outdoor primate complex ushers in an era of transformation at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.

Brookfield celebrated the Fourth of July with a parade.

Art in Wilder Park and Lilac Time lead off festival fun, and there's also a DuPage and Cook lineup of hit rock bands, classical gems, kite flying and history tours.

An acclaimed guest violinist, a debut Spring Fest at Brookfield Zoo Chicago and a winning fish fry and foreign film will be part of the fun.

Area restaurants will come together for a greater purpose at the 13th annual Soup & Bread fundraiser from 3 to 7 p.m. at Holiday Inn West Banquets, 6201 Joliet Road, Countryside.

A concert performed by a folk singer-songwriter will support the Share Food Share Love Pantry in Brookfield

A one-mile fun run for kids and a 5K run were part of the Brookfield Zoo Run on Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Brookfield.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago is gearing up for a fall season featuring a mix of new and returning events

Hinsdale Hospital donates equipment to support Brookfield Zoo Chicago research

The Cycle Brookfield Criterium was held on the streets of Brookfield on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The race was held on Grand Boulevard and Prairie, Sunnyside, Lincoln and Grant avenues.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago will host its annual ZooBrew Aug. 17

The Criterium bike race series includes several DuPage County locations including Winfield, Lombard and Glen Ellyn

Bookfield Zoo Chicago has a $500 million plan to redesign nearly half the campus and expand its role in conservation science and research.

Several local athletes earn gold at Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games

Brumby and Willum, two male koalas who are now at home at the Brookfield Zoo’s Hamill Family Play Zoo made their first public appearance at the zoo on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.The koalas were born at the San Diego Zoo and brought to Brookfield Zoo June 10. Brumby and Willum are the first koalas to take residence at the Brookfield Zoo in its 90-year history.

Lyons Township High School's Class of 2024 were celebrated during their graduation ceremony at the school's South Campus in Western Springs on Wednesday May 29, 2024.

Sgt. Lee Zeitlin faces myriad challenges as head of the Brookfield Zoo Chicago's police force

The Brookfield Zoo opened a 110-foot Ferris wheel in honor of the zoo’s 90th anniversary on Friday, March 15, 2024. The Ferris wheel offers guests unique bird’s-eye views of the park’s gardens, animal habitats and Chicago skyline.

Orange & Brew Bottle Shop & Tap Room in Downers Grove has been named one of the best beer bars in the world by "Craft Beer & Brewing" magazine.

Brookfield Zoo announces holiday events

See Brookfield Zoo lit up for holidays during Reindeer Run

Metra leaders adopted sweeping updates to fares and zoning Friday, reforms officials said would simplify travel on the system for riders.

Lyons Township High School names November students of the month

Brookfield Zoo will honor veterans at a Nov. 11 ceremony

The park is illuminated with two million LED lights, creating a magical winter wonderland to be enjoyed by guests of all ages.

Brookfield Zoo unveils photo gallery showcasing Punta San Juan

Michael Drai, a Western Springs resident, has been elected to Chicago Zoological Society's board of trustees.

Celebrate the traditions of Día de los Muertos at Brookfield Zoo Oct. 28-29.

Nine recently hatched American flamingos can be seen at Brookfield Zoo’s swamp habitat as well as during outdoor appearances.

The Chicago Zoological Society recently celebrated conservation leaders.

A DuPage County judge has denied pretrial release for a man accused of robbing a friend of anti-anxiety medication.

Patrons enjoyed beer and German food during the Brookfield Zoo's Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Brookfield Zoo will celebrate Oktoberfest Sept. 23 with live polka music, authentic German food and beer.

Brookfield Zoo announced Tuesday it has received a $40 million donation -- the largest single private gift in the organization’s history.

Brookfield Zoo's Oktoberfest will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 23.

The race takes place inside the park along pathways that go past many of the animals, including giraffes, Bactrian camels, white pelicans, African lions, sloth bears, Galapagos tortoises and western gray kangaroos, among others.

Brookfield Zoo’s will host its annual ZooBrew on Aug. 26.

A 29-year-old Brookfield man is facing felony child pornography and aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a minor charge charges, authorities said.

La Grange Park library is preparing for a major building project

The Forest Preserves of Cook County is home to the nation’s first wildlife residency program

A recycling event is planned April 22, followed the next day by a 2.2-mile fun run inside the park geared for participants of all ages.

The League of Women Voters of the La Grange Area will sponsor two online candidate forums, one for the Lyons Township High School District 204 Board from 7 to 8 p.m. March 13, and one for the La Grange School District 102 Board from 7 to 8 p.m. March 15.

Holiday Magic at the Brookfield Zoo opened for the season on Nov. 25 and runs on select days through Dec. 31.

The Brookfield Zoo held a Day of the Dead event on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022.

On Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 23, zoo-goers of all ages can enjoy creatures, memorable photo opportunities, sweet treats and autumn fun.

Imperial Oak Brewing in Brookfield is the setting for the event, where guests can sample brews and flights of cheddar cheeses.

Brookfield Zoo will celebrated and showed appreciation for firefighters, EMS workers, police officers and other first responders on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022.

A Brookfield woman was charged May 19 with endangering the health and life of a child after Riverside police spotted her pushing a stroller with a 2-year-old boy inside while intoxicated.

Police used to Narcan early Tuesday morning to save the life of an 18-year-old Brookfield man who reportedly overdosed on heroin.