We take it for granted, but Dexter is a real part of our lives, Gregory Royal Pratt writes of his dog’s best friend.
Goodbye and good luck to a good boy: As Dexter the dog moves away, his human pals reflect on puppy friendships
Category: Parenting and Family
Chicago officials warn of potential boil order for drinking and cooking water this weekend on South Side
The city warned thousands on Chicago’s South Side of a potential boil order for drinking and cooking water during a large water main repair this weekend.
Heidi Stevens: Holiday pajamas and police escorts — the infuriating contrast at Abundant Life Christian School
I’m trying to reconcile the playfulness of pajama day with to the flattened fury of the police officer escorting kids in their jammies to safety.
In Franklin Park, a store’s anniversary celebrates the gift of gratitude
Angelita Bracero marked one year her downtown Franklin Park store, Angel’s Closet, by throwing a party for area families.
Heidi Stevens: A son’s death and a father’s loving determination to keep his true, unvarnished story alive
Craig Mindrum hopes his friends never stop asking about Jonathan or sharing stories about him. That’s much more helpful than explanations.
What to do when no one can pronounce your child’s name correctly
Parents can help the child turn mispronunciations into a journey of pride and understanding by teaching them to be patient and persistent.
Heidi Stevens: ‘I thought my dad was quite the woodsman.’ Pretending to chop down a tree and other tricks to keep the holidays magical
One of my favorite things about the holidays is the lengths that grown-ups go to so kids can feel wonder and magic and awe.
Black cowboys and cowgirls carry on traditions brought to northwest Indiana, Greater Chicago from the South
At the Brown Family Ranch’s annual rodeo in Gary, many Black equestrians say the legacy must be passed to the next generation.
‘Very thankful’: South Side parish helps feed 1,000 families for Thanksgiving
Archdiocese of Chicago parishes — along with other faith communities — are hosting Thanksgiving events this week to help feed those in need in Cook and Lake Counties.
As Americans are beyond burned out, Tricia Hersey’s Nap Ministry preaches the right to rest
In her new book, “We Will Rest! The Art of Escape,” the author and academic says you too can flee the toxic grind culture.