Salmonella outbreak is linked to backyard poultry, CDC says By Mike Stobbe May 5, 2025 at 5:12 p.m. Two cases were identified in Missouri, and one each in Florida, Illinois, South Dakota, Utah...
Clarendon Hills farmers market to return with new produce anchor By Chuck Fieldman May 5, 2025 at 4:37 p.m. The Clarendon Hills farmers market is set to return May 15 and return each Thursday...
Landmarks: Chicago Tomato Man shares love of ‘real’ produce thousands of plants at a time By Paul Eisenberg May 5, 2025 at 3:37 p.m. La Grange Park resident Bob Zeni's alter ego, Chicago Tomato Man distributes, 15,000 heirloom tomato...
Choosing a tree? Not so fast. By Beth Botts May 4, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. Taking the time to select the right kind of tree can save homeowners substantial expense...
Pachysandra needs shade to thrive By Tim Johnson May 5, 2025 at 2:02 p.m. Pachysandra can only tolerate moderate sun, garden experts say.
Homewood cuts out No Mow May, encourages other options to help environment By Mike Nolan April 30, 2025 at 2:19 p.m. Homewood Mayor Rich Hofeld was unaware the village opted out of No Mow May, and...
Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens showcases 50 interior and exterior spaces By Gina Grillo April 30, 2025 at 1:54 p.m. The Lake Forest Showhouse & Gardens, opened Saturday, offering a sublime showcase of the transformation...
Get to know your trees to keep them healthy By Beth Botts April 27, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. For a healthier landscape and a greener community, taking care of the trees you have...
Choose to core aerate over power raking your lawn By Tim Johnson April 26, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. You do not need to both core aerate and power rake your lawn.
How to cultivate a crabgrass-free lawn this spring By Tim Johnson April 20, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. The best way to prevent crabgrass is to maintain a healthy lawn that is thick...