Hospitals in Chicago, the suburbs, and beyond made U.S. News & World Report’s list of best hospitals. They include four in Chicago, seven in greater Cook County, four in DuPage, three in Lake, one in Will and the hospitals in McHenry County

The annual La Grange Craft Fair was held on July 12 and 13, 2025 in downtown La Grange.

The La Grange Park District is upgrading its HVAC system during July, and there will be some temporary closures at the Recreation Center and La Grange Fitness Center.

Becky Spratford has stepped down as a La Grange Library trustee after serving for 24 years.

Protesters gathered on Saturday, June 14, 2025 in La Grange to stand against President Donald Trump's policies as part of the "No Kings Day' of demonstrations.

Two sisters who co-own a DeKalb flower shop generated significant public response this week after they posted a pro-immigrant message online, calling Trump-era immigration policies “deeply disturbing.”

After four decades in the classroom, Ogden Avenue School's Nancy Ray Tusek will bring her teaching career to a close on Friday

La Grange came together on Saturday, May 31, for the 79th annual LaGrange Pet Parade.

Lyons Township High School celebrated their Class of 2025 with a commencement ceremony on the school's Bennett Field on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 in Western Springs.

Summer concerts in Downers Grove, farmers markets, a major art exhibition and a stage comedy gem are happening this weekend.

A former Neuqua Valley High School teacher will be allowed to travel to Wisconsin while he awaits trial on charges alleging he inappropriately touched a 16-year-old student.

A former Lyons Township High School student and athlete considers herself lucky to teach at her alma mater

The Expo de Bellas Artes (Fine Arts Expo), a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community for La Grange Elementary School District 102 was held on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Park Junior High School in La Grange.

A Will County judge Thursday granted a two-year, no-contact order against a Neuqua Valley High School English teacher accused of grooming and sexually abusing a 16-year-old student.

Earth Day Yoga was offered on Sunday April 13, 2025 at La Grange Park Library. The event was held to celebrate Earth Day and was taught by Leah Vaughan.

La Grange resident Jack Harrington recently was named a recipient of the Evans Scholarahip

A Neuqua Valley High School teacher has been arrested on accusations he groomed and sexually abused a student.

Tony-winning best play “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” is part of a lineup that includes creating eye-catching gardens and enjoying live music for every taste in DuPage and Cook counties.

Park District of La Grange hosted a Breakfast with the Bunny at the recreation center on Saturday, March 29, 2025 in La Grange.

Entertainment will range from a Margarita & Sangria Festival to comedy, an edgy play, a banjo great, Paint & Sip Night! and an exhibit paying tribute to inspiring Illinois pioneer women.

Five Lyons Township High School seniors presented their self-directed student plays as part of the Donna Mavros Festival on Saturday, March 22, 2025 in Western Springs.

A St. Patrick’s Day social event was held on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the Park District of La Grange.

Nazareth Academy hosted the 7th FISH Prom for Teens with Disabilities on Saturday, March 8, 2025 in La Grange Park. The event was put on by Nazareth’s Campus Ministry team and 100 student, faculty and parent volunteers.

A documentary about the theater will premiere as part of an ongoing celebration of the venue's anniversary year. A major expansion project also is underway.

The annual La Grange Restaurant Week runs from Feb. 27 to March 9 and features 22 restaurants.

A Building Inclusive Community Conference was held on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 at Lyons Township High School's South Campus in Western Springs.

Salon Hype, with locations in La Grange and Burr Ridge, has enhanced its menu of beauty services.

An annual education conference whose mission is to create an inclusive and welcoming culture through understanding and empathy will be held Saturday at Lyons Township High School's South Campus.

A Soup and Bread fundraiser for BEDS Plus was held on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 at the Holiday Inn Banquet Center in Countryside.

The annual Soup and Bread Event, which raises money for BEDS Plus organization, will be held Feb. 2 in Countryside

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.

An OSLAD grant will fund improvements at Gilbert Park in La Grange

Lyons Township High School recently named its December Students of the Month

More than 30 inflatable Santa Clause figures stand in front of homes on Ashland Avenue in La Grange and Countryside

The Park District of La Grange hosted a breakfast with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024 in La Grange.

The 24th Pilgrim Pie Run hosted by Rotary Club of La Grange will be held Thanksgiving morning

The Lyons Township High School District 204 Board of Education has appointed Gioia Gionnotti Frye of La Grange Highlands to fill a vacancy on the board.

Park District of La Grange officials are expected to discuss specific plans for various parks now that voters have approved a property tax hike referendum

Lyons Township theater students participate in a rehearsal of Radium Girls on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 at the La Grange school.

Lyons Township High School has named its October South Campus Students of the Month

The Park District of La Grange hosted a Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 at Sedgwick Park in La Grange.

Petitions for the 2025 Park District of La Grange board election are available between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Park District of La Grange Recreation Center, 536 East. Ave. in La Grange.

Nazareth Academy students celebrated on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024 during the La Grange Park school’s annual Homecoming Pep Rally.

The West End Arts Festival in La Grange welcomed art enthusiasts and shoppers Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

There are big plans for La Grange parks if voters approve referendum on Nov. 5

The La Grange Area League of Women Voters will hold a Get Out the Vote Postcard Party Sept. 29

Free medical services available Sept. 14 at Lyons Township High School South Campus

Waiola Park in La Grange will get a significant upgrade next year thanks to a state grant the Park District of La Grange secured in January.

Nazareth Academy student leaders helped incoming freshmen navigate the hallways of the La Grange Park school on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 as part of Freshman Orientation.

The Park District of La Grange hosted a Country Jam music festival at Gordon Park in La Grange on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024.