Whether your child wants to be a saxophonist, a scientist or soccer star, NIU has something for every young learner. This summer, NIU is offering … Read more ›

Aurora, Ill. resident Cori Cammarano, a 43-year-old breast cancer survivor, has been selected as the 2012 Honorary Bat Girl winner for the Chicago White Sox. … Read more ›

On May 3, 2012, several hundred middle- and high-school students descended on Springfield, IL for the annual Illinois History Expo. Thousands of students from around … Read more ›

Four years ago, I posted my first column on TribLocal, inviting you to follow my adventures as a working parent. With each submission, I’ve shared … Read more ›

The Aurora Fire Department, in conjunction with the U.S. Fire Administration has announced that the theme for the 2012 Arson Awareness Week of May 6-12 … Read more ›

I recently took my teenage son to the pediatrician for an annual check-up. Driving to the doctor’s office, my son asked, “Do I have to … Read more ›

Student-run Financial Cents to provide Money Smart Week financial literacy program at NIU-Naperville April 26 DEKALB — Northern Illinois University-Naperville will host the NIU Financial … Read more ›

Ka-ching! It's prom time! Having now safely navigated two of my three kids through this rite of passage, I can honestly say I'm enjoying a … Read more ›

On Monday, April 16, 2012, Cafe N Play (http://cafenplay.com) is scheduled to open its doors on 1767 West Ogden Avenue in Naperville, Illinois. Cafe N … Read more ›

Registration is now underway for the Green Earth Institute’s summer youth education programs at its organic vegetable farm in Naperville. Under the heading "Nature on … Read more ›