Angel Basilio didn't know until high school what he wanted to do for a living, but a unique internship made a life-changing impression. For the last two years, Basilio participated in a fire service internship offered over spring break. The immersion program is the...

Nate has been working at Gerry's Cafe in Arlington Heights nearly since it opened in 2023, and one of his favorite days of the year occurs Saturday, March 21: World Down Syndrome Day.  That's when he gets to show off his colorful, mismatched socks to those in the...

The Schaumburg-based UPS for DownS -- United Parent Support for Down Syndrome -- continues to be a leader in inclusive theater. Its annual musical truly advances the organization's mission of inspiring community acceptance by sharing the abilities of people with Down...

On the heels of winning the Village of Arlington Heights' Cultural Arts Award -- for his ability to enhance the community through music -- St. James Music Director Tamaron Conseur will direct a major classical work on Thursday: Verdi's Requiem. The concert takes place...

The jazz band from Warren Township High School earned the title of grand champion Saturday at Jazz in the Meadows, hosted by Rolling Meadows High School. Driven by its trumpet section -- which took first in its class --  Warren's jazz band has won the festival five...

Members of the District 214 Education Foundation found the perfect partner to help them create a free, Prom Pop-Up Boutique: Tracy Drost of Arlington Heights, Mrs. Illinois America 2025. Often working behind the scenes, foundation members strive to fuel opportunity...

Elk Grove High School senior Parker Gardner knew he wanted to hold a clothing drive for his Eagle Scout project, but he had no idea that the surrounding neighborhoods in Elk Grove Village would respond so warmly to the idea. One big reason, he says, was the...

The women behind Scratchboard Kitchen in Arlington Heights have done it again. They've raised the bar for farm-driven, seasonal dining in the Northwest suburbs, in a new, creative way. Days before the start of Restaurant Week, hosted by Meet Chicago Northwest,...

Arlington Heights native, Jack Cimo, has performed around the country, and the world, playing his classical guitar. But he returns to the area Wednesday, sharing his passion for classical guitar in a show that will feature a Latin American and Spanish repertoire with...

Nearly since its inception in 1959 -- when a group of suburban parents dreamed of creating a stimulating environment for their children with disabilities -- Little City has embraced artistic expression. What started with an innovative arts program that enabled the...