When a violent storm forces the cancellation of Elgin’s July 4 fest, the owner of Street Food Kingz seeks help via social media.

East Dundee is working to resolve flooding issues near Lions Park, which residents say have become progressively worse over the years.

Whether it’s paddleboard yoga at Centennial Beach in Naperville or sand volleyball at Glencoe Beach, these sandy expanses with refreshing lake water provide ideal destinations for swimming, picnicking and athletic activities.

The Tribune is taking a look back at what the Chicago area and the state of Illinois have uniquely contributed to the nation — and the world — over the last 250 years.

Illinois programs like Missing Pieces and Soaring Spirits International aim to help the bereaved with complex emotions through the grief process.

A look back at the most infamous, shocking, blood-curdling or mysterious true crime stories from Illinois that captured the attention of the nation — and the world.

Geneva’s Bennett Konkey, who won state titles in the 100 and 200 during the spring, commits to Illinois for football.

Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.