Highland Park Parents May Have Products Linked To 90 Baby Deaths

New federal safety regulations for baby sleep products may affect what Highland Park and Highwood parents already have in their homes.

What’s in Your Kitchen?

Momma Chef: Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time! Easiest Dinner This Week!

Moving Toward Collective Compassion

Forward Together, sponsored by the Infinity Foundation, is a family project to showcase our collective compassion and engender kindness.

First Baby Born In 2021 At Highland Park Hospital

The first newborn of the year was born with a half-hour left on New Year's Day.

10-Year-Old Twins Start Business Making, Selling Mask Holders

The Highland Park fifth-graders are donating a portion of the proceeds from each beaded mask holder they sell to a North Shore charity.

Celebrate Highwood Hosts Second Pop-Up Drive-In Movie Nights

Support local businesses and Celebrate Highwood!

North Suburban YMCA Offers Virtual SmartLab Classes for Kids

Choose from Video Game Design, Intro to Coding and Intro to Python.

YMCA Partners with Covenant Living to Reduce Seniors' Isolation

The Y asks the community to reach out to its seniors in new ways.

Great activities to fill the next couple of weeks at home!

Trying to find activities to fill the next couple of weeks at home with the kids? Try cooking with them!

Dive for Gold at YMCA on March 14

Annual Swim Party is an Active and Fun Way to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Wheeling Boy Is Highland Park Hospital's First Birth Of 2020s

The first baby born in 2020 in Highland Park was delivered before 8:15 a.m. on Jan. 1.

Beanstalk Toys Transforms Into a Scene from Willy Wonka

2nd Annual Celebration Takes Place on Saturday, December 14th, 10am-1pm

6th Grader Stars in Six Stories Up in Deep Blue Sea Nov. 8-17

Tiernan Tajalli of Glencoe stars in Chicago's Tellin' Tales Theatre musical that teaches acceptance of those who are different from us

Bullying In Highland Park: Share Your Stories With Patch

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and Patch is taking a look at the impact of bullying in NSSD-112 and HPHS.

Community Invited to Celebrate YMCA’s “Fall Fest” on October 5

Outdoor Festival Scheduled from 4-10pm

Final Food Truck Thursdays & Family Night Out In Ravinia District

Free Family Fun on Thursday, September 12th in Jens Jensen Park & Brown Park

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Reopened Loverly Cottage Holds Giveaway For Underappreciated Moms

Juliet Abielle, of Highland Park, held a grand opening last month in Gurnee after her business' Lake Bluff location was destroyed in a fire.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Chicago Actor Launches Podcast "Acting Up With Ali Goodman"

Ali Goodman Highlights the Highs and Lows of a Working Mom Raising a Child with Special Needs

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

The Performers School Presents: Filmmaking for Social Change

Calling all actors! Theater courses on topics facing youth today

Firehouse Youth Center's Remaining Contents Listed For Sale

Vintage arcade games, ping-pong, pool and foosball tables, fixtures and other artifacts can be purchased during a three-day estate sale.

In-person auditions announced for Little Shop of Horrors

July Performance Camp

Annual YMCA “Dive for Gold” Party Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day

Kids invited to dive for gold tokens in festive green pool.

When life gives you snow - eat it!

Momma Chef: Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time- Easiest Dinner This Week!

Freedom Home Care Partners With Fill A Heart 4 Kids

Filling Lake County businesses and organizations’ windows with heartwarming Valentines for 3,347 local foster children

Sweet Winter Indoor Sidewalk Sale

Come out and get great deals and participate in the Cupcake Challenge

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

Zac's Zoo To Comfort Children In Crisis

A Highland Park family is collecting new stuffed animals in memory of their son.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

YMCA Offers Spooktacular Fun at Annual Halloween Party October 21

New attractions at North Suburban YMCA include a re-designed haunted house, pumpkin sale, and contests.

Hadassah Funds JCC's Project Teen Seed & JUF's RTI Program

Hadassah Foundation grants to JCC's Project Teen Seed and JUF's Researching Institute Internship (RTI) development programs for young women

3rd Annual Superhero 5k Benefiting Make-A-WIsh Illinois

Community comes out in costume to give the gift of wishes in memory of Highwood's own Superman Sam Saturday, October 6th at 9 a.m.

Momma Chef's Crispy Cornflake Chicken Recipe

Bringing You Dozens of Fabulous Recipes Using Less Than 6 Ingredients and Under 6 Minutes Prep Time- Easiest Dinner This Week!

LOCAL POMS TEAM AWARDED TITLE OF CHAMPIONS AT U.S. FINALs

Soul 2 Sole’s poms team reaches new heights after multiple accomplishments

Here's How Many People In Highland Park Can Easily Walk To A Park

Parks are essential for any community, but how many people in Highland Park and Highwood are without easy access to one?

Here's How Much You Need To Earn To Live In Lake County

The Economic Policy Institute broke down how much it costs families to live in each county in America. See how yours fared.

City of Highland Park and Ravinia District Host Arbor Day Event

On Saturday, April 28, 500 oak tree seedlings to be given away. Free activities planned.

North Suburban YMCA Hosts New 5K for Healthy Kids Day on April 21

Annual family event kicks off with a community 5K walk/run.

Annual “Dive for Gold” Swim Party Brings Leprechaun Luck to YMCA

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the kids at annual community swim party.

16 High School Students Appointed To HP Boards, Commissions

The City Council confirmed the newest participants in Highland Park's student commissioner program Monday.

2018 New Year's Babies Born At North Shore Hospitals

Less than an hour into the year, Highland Park Hospital reported Lake County's first baby was born.

North Chicago Suburban Salata Locations Help Feed the Hungry

Salata “Salutes” Schaumburg and Wheeling Food Pantries to raise money throughout the month of December

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Unveils Reimagined Youth Exhibition

Celebration welcomes families with children ages 8 - 12, featuring special guest Gold Medal Olympian Lenny Krayzelburg.