Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Here’s Why Bob Barone Was Selected An Arlington Heights Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Arlington Heights.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
IL Patch Local Heroes
Patch shines a spotlight on Local Heroes who are making a difference in your area.
Oswego, IL|News|
See Why Oswego High's Special Ed Dept. Was Shouted Out As Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local group that is having an impact in Oswego.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|News|
'She Never Gives Up': Hero Quietly Makes Life Better In Aurora
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Aurora.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Lisa McGlasson Has A True Passion For Helping Others: Local Heroes
My goal is to help people face emergency situations in a way that leads to a more positive outcome, Lisa McGlasson of Joliet responded.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
'John Davin Is Bolingbrook': Patch Local Hero
Davin was nominated for his work at the VFW, and at Bolingbrook High School's AFJROTC.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
4 Local Student-Athletes Launch Non-Profit
The four local high school athletes are being recognized for their hard work on and off the field.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Woman Would Give Her Last Dollar To Help Someone: Local Heroes
During the holidays, Michal Aleb Lev of Joliet has toy drives on Facebook, and People Helping eople in Will County.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Raquel Goggin Has Helped So Many In Our Community: Local Heroes
Susan Pfeiffer says Raquel's real estate endeavors are just the surface. She delivers pumpkin pies to all her clients every Thanksgiving.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Crystal Lake Man Sends Cards To Boost Spirits
The creator of Stamps4hope sends out the cards free of charge to anyone who signs up for one.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
5 Illinois Local Heroes Show Bravery, Selflessness, Compassion
Illinois' heroes include a father and son who ran to save gunshot victims, a nurse who seeks justice and a teen with a heart of gold.
Shannon Antinori, Patch Staff
Alsip-Crestwood, IL|News|
Nurse Helps Sex Assault Victims Seek Justice: Patch Local Hero
William McDonald nominated his friend, Ann Adlington, a nationally certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner as a Patch Local Hero.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|News|
Compassionate Teen Makes Difference In Chicago: Patch Local Hero
Thirteen-year-old Ava Gresser sorts through donations, prepares meals for the homeless and cleans up beaches for the Honeycomb Project.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
St. Coletta's Recreational Therapist Is 'All Heart:' Patch Local Hero
Stephanie Wingo makes a difference daily in the lives of the developmentally disabled adults she works with at St. Coletta's.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
With 'Huge Heart,' Skokie Local Hero Makes Sure Local Kids Are Clothed
Longtime Skokie volunteer Vicky Schiewe is a leader of the Niles Township Community Clothing Closet.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
These Highland Park Local Heroes Ran To Help During Mass Shooting
Find out why Tommy and Morgan Brooks have been recognized for being local heroes.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Here’s Why Mailman Kirk Was Selected As a Palatine Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Palatine.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
Here’s Why Dan Jariabka Was Selected As a Northbrook Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Northbrook.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
Local Hero: Allison Bielski Quietly Makes Life Better In Batavia
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Batavia.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Here's Why Gigi Was Selected As A HG-Lockport Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Homer Glen and Lockport.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Local Hero: Woman Who Opened Teen Center Recognized
Find out why Brenda Napholz is being recognized as a local hero.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Always A Marine, Patriotic Clem Davis Is Daughter's Hero: Local Hero
Nancy Davis nominated her father for recognition as a Patch Local Hero. Find out more about Clem.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Soccer Coach Teaches Leadership On, Off Field: Local Hero
Oak Forest HS boys soccer coach Kieran Byrne is setting a strong example in leadership for the members of the boys' soccer team.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
Wants To 'Help Even More People': Darien Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one Darien resident who is having an impact.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Local Heroes: 'Meals On Wheels' Volunteers Get Free Car Maintenance
Jiffy Lube will provide one year of free vehicle maintenance to a Grayslake father and daughter who volunteer for Meals on Wheels.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Here's Why A Plainfield Program Supervisor Was Cited As A Local Hero
Tania Hess "works tirelessly" to ensure an important program at the Plainfield Public Library is impactful, according to the submission.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
St. Coletta’s Worker ‘Like A Father’ At Tinley Group Home: Local Hero
Paquito Yu cares for six individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at St. Coletta's in Tinley Park.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
Local Hero: St. Charles Fitness Coach Helps Woman With Paralysis
Find out why Angi nominated Chalisa Baxter as a local hero.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Local Hero: 'Selfless' Volunteer Drops Off Food To Local Residents
Find out why Mary Holzkopf nominated Harriet Ford of Huntley as a Patch local hero.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Batavia, IL|News|
'He Has The Biggest Heart': Batavia Hero Gets Recognized
A years-long teacher and coach for children, Dennis Piron loves to see his students and players succeed, his friend said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Local Hero: Wendi McKenzie Quietly Makes Life Better In Plainfield
Despite not receiving much acknowledgment for her actions, the submission reads, McKenzie puts "her all into everything that she does."
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Local Hero: Machinist Saves Co-Worker Injured On Job
Here’s why Andrew Launius received a shout out from his friend for being a local hero.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Here’s Why Marguerite O'Connor Was Selected As a Glenview Local Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Glenview.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Illinois|News|
Local Heroes: Help Patch Recognize People Making Life Better Across IL
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Illinois with contributions big and small.
Shannon Antinori, Patch Staff
