Two of the three Hinsdale recognized master gardeners have been promoted to the official rank of certified master gardener.
4th Graders at Notre Dame School research soil and erosion. They wrote this article to share how people can conserve soil in our community.
A wide variety of new and classic hostas and companion plants will be available at the event.
'Tis the season to trim the trees and power wash the deck. Find out what other yard work needs to be done.
Spring is here and we know many readers are itching to grab their trowels and garden rakes. Read this first.
Whether your project is in the kitchen, basement or any other part of the house, here are the right professionals for the job.
Sure, it's what's inside that counts when it comes to dating. But when it comes to cabinetry, looks really do matter.
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This is how to get your house spick and span without lifting a finger — or breaking the bank.
Master Gardner team members from Hinsdale are Carol Burck and Judith Friese.
Winter, spring, summer or fall — all you have to do is call. But, really, when should you start your new project?
A few little fix-ups now could save or make you some big bucks down the line.
Remodeling on your mind for 2018? Find out which rooms in your house are "big money" areas and how to cut costs.
Landscaping, remodeling and plumbing. Can you guess the most expensive types of home improvement projects?
A fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to transform a room. Get a crash course in interior painting, plus tips for cutting costs.
The application deadline is Jan. 20, 2017.
The free program starts Oct. 24 and runs through the end of November.
A list of 20 beautiful gardens and arboretums in Illinois to visit before summer is over.
Residents are urged to check on their relatives, friends and neighbors as the week heats up.
Visitors can walk through dozens of residential gardens with inspiring water features.
A list of some pretty wonderful waterfalls you can find throughout the state.
Take advantage of this perfect weekend weather.
Park Clean-Up Day will take place April 22.
A two-hour class, including one in Clarendon Hills, teaches storm spotting basics, including tornadoes.
Some areas may face low visibility, periodic white outs and heavy wind gusts.
This eagle is the same bird that was rescued, treated and released in 2014 after it was shot in Oak Lawn.
The raptor was taken to Willowbrook Wildlife Center in Glen Ellyn.
Top 12 most popular state parks to visit during the fall, according to Enjoy Illinois.
This type of eclipse has only occurred five times every 18 years until it was last seen in 1982.
Enjoy autumn by taking a ride along one of these scenic routes.
Slow down, turn on your headlights and drive safe.
Don't forget to wow all your friends and family with these cool corn facts.
From a two-story outhouse to a fountain of poop, here are some of the strangest landmarks and objects in Illinois.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced hiker, there’s something for everyone in this list.
Want to make a party out of the Perseids? Consider the Adler Planetarium's Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party on Aug. 12 in Wheaton.
Twenty-five reportedly haunted cemeteries in Illinois.
Did it feel like 116 degrees in your town? Sycamore, Shorewood, Naperville, Palos Park, Minooka and Plainfield rank among "hottest" suburbs.
Watch issued in addition to extreme heat advisory.
Check our hour-by-hour graph of temperatures, heat index and humidity from noon today through Sunday.
Heat index values can reach as high as 107 degrees in coming days.
NWS says another round of storms could hit around 8 p.m.
As you look back at the birth of the nation, why not take a look back at historic sites in our state
So far, 8.91 inches of rain has fallen. And we've still got two more days of storms to go.
High rainfall rates were recorded in several DuPage County locations.
Heavy rainfall is expected for later this afternoon and during the early evening commute.
Temps hit 90 degrees today. Wind and heavy downpours expected.
Finally, some prolonged summer weather!
Mosquitoes, that is. Here are a few tips to fight off the disease-carrying buggers.
Learn how to handle these home invaders.
Chances for rain showers and maybe a thunderstorm will continue from Sunday through Memorial Day.