Semillas plant store in Pilsen is a hub for local vendors
Success can send a message, and that's what's happening at Semillas plant store in Pilsen, which has become a hub to sell products from local vendors.
Chicago muralist Ali Six draws inspiration from his Puerto Rican culture
You've probably seen colorful murals across the city of Chicago that prominently feature a raccoon. They're created by multimedia artist Ali Six, who draws much of his inspiration from his Puerto Rican culture.
Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Joliet celebrates induction, restoration
The Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Joliet holds it annual induction ceremony this weekend, but this they're also celebrating its full repair after severe storm damage. And a beloved icon is back as well.
Late Holocaust survivor tells story through hologram at Illinois Holocaust Museum
How could a little boy live through unthinkable suffering all alone with nothing? A Holocaust survivor is still telling his story eight years after his death, thanks to his hologram at the Illinois Holocaust Museum.
Frankfort couple turned five acres into a farm with a life-changing purpose
Meet a couple who say what began as a message from above is helping some wonderful people down on the farm.
DuPage Co. false tornado sirens caused by human error, equipment
Two false tornado sirens that went off in DuPage County in August were unrelated and the result of two different types of errors, but may be indicative of a larger problem.
Old Town School of Folk Music mural honors John Prine
A new mural on the Old Town School of Folk Music building in Lincoln Square pays tribute to the late Chicago music icon John Prine.
Evanston woman reunited with chihuahua after 12 years missing
An Evanston woman was reunited with her dog, who had been missing for nearly 12 years.
Chicago woman hopes public can help find missing engagement ring
A Chicago woman is hoping the public can help her find her engagement ring, which she lost in Lakeview, less than three weeks before her wedding.
Hoffman Estates launches fire academy for people with special needs
A fire station in Hoffman Estates has created what they believe to be a first-of-its-kind specialized citizen fire academy for people with disabilities and special needs.
Woolly Mammoth Antiques and Oddities is a Chicago store not for the faint of heart
If you marvel over the macabre, or just crave the curious, a small store on the North Side of Chicago might be just the place for you.
Author Bal Khabra completes four-part hockey romance series "Off the Ice"
Bal Khabra is the author of the four-part series "Off the Ice," a college hockey romance collection that is wrapping up at just the right time.
Anne Frank exhibit open at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Anne Frank The Exhibition is an experience that is haunting yet heart-warming, telling the story of a life that ended tragically and far too soon.
At 150 years old, family-run Merz Apothecary has grown into a Chicago staple
While the United States is marking a big birthday this year, so is a small family business in Chicago that has grown into a neighborhood staple, drawing shoppers from far and wide.
Tinley Park woman helps others who suffered heartbreaking loss of a baby
What do you do when the most beautiful, blessed event ends in tragedy? A woman from southwest suburban Tinley Park turned that tragedy into compassion.