The annual Scarecrows on Parade contest will be held on Sept. 21.
The garden party will take place at Clayton House Museum on July 28.
The Palatine Jaycees will be holding their annual Christmas tree sale to help individuals and groups in the area.
The Reinberg Rocks! concert for Party For The Preserves in Deer Grove East is a success with support from local businesses
'Tis the season to trim the trees and power wash the deck. Find out what other yard work needs to be done.
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.
Winter Birding Tips from Harper CE Nature Instructor Dallin Saurey
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This is how to get your house spick and span without lifting a finger — or breaking the bank.
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.
The Hometown Pride Awards will honor residential and business properties in Palatine that display exceptional landscaping and curb appeal.
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.
A list of 20 beautiful gardens and arboretums in Illinois to visit before summer is over.
A list of some pretty wonderful waterfalls you can find throughout the state.
The 2.38-acre site is located adjacent to Deer Grove East Forest Preserve and the newly renovated Camp Reinberg.
Top 12 most popular state parks to visit during the fall, according to Enjoy Illinois.
The "blood moon" is pretty amazing.
Residents are invited to participate in the Largest Tree Hug in Cook County on Sept. 27.
Enjoy autumn by taking a ride along one of these scenic routes.
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.
Hawk recently kept watch over front entrance.
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.
Check our hour-by-hour graph of temperatures, heat index and humidity from noon today through Sunday.
As you look back at the birth of the nation, why not take a look back at historic sites in our state
The camping site will open in Palatine Friday.
The bat was found at the at Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center.
So far, 8.91 inches of rain has fallen. And we've still got two more days of storms to go.
Finally, some prolonged summer weather!
Learn how to get rid of nest-building nasties.
The film hopes to inspire viewers to experience national parks.
Earth Day is this Tuesday, April 22. Here's some ways you can help the earth any day.
Disneynature will make a donation to the National Park Foundation for each ticket sold during opening week.
Pump up your tires and lube your chain - time to spin away those polar vortex pounds.
A mile might not seem like much to travel to get food in your town, but for Bears it can be an arduous journey.
The EPA ranked the top 25 metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings.
Here's a great way to start a small garden at home.
Inspire your children to love and respect the earth by being environmentally-friendly.
Which cub scout featured in Disneynature's "Bears" are you more like?
Disneynature's upcoming film "Bears" will teach you a lot about the animals, but here's a good start.
Will your town go dark this Saturday, March 29?
Go green, save green. Here's some tips to get active and creative in everyday life.