Take advantage of the New Year's spirit by getting a hard start on your resolutions. Here's how our region's leading practices can help to refresh your look. ...

Organized religion played a major role in the settling of Illinois and continues to influence the culture of our region. We highlight places of worship, one in the country and one in the city. ...

One of the most important visual elements in our home, flooring and countertops are an essential component that ties together a home. Learn how new technologies and materials are enabling cozy new looks in our homes. ...

Maintaining your weight during the holiday season is tough, what with all that rich, heavy food around. Tiffanie Young, of Centegra Health System, offers pointers on how to eat smart and have fun. ...

Physical activity is important for staying healthy, but it also puts wear and tear on your joints. Dr. Stephen Rochell, an orthopedic surgeon at Crystal Lake Orthopedics, shares a few ways to keep active joints in good condition. ...

Organized religion plays a major role in the settling of Illinois and continues to influence the culture of our region. We highlight places of worship, one in the country and one in the city. ...

It’s time to dig the clubs out of storage and hit the links. As a new season tees off, consider tackling nine of the best golf holes in our region. ...

Is your home ready for a refreshed look? Whether it's lacking character or ready to sell, your home can benefit from some simple improvements. Here are just a ways places to get started. ...

Getting in shape and staying healthy this winter doesn't have to be a chore. Lindsay Boeke, at Centegra Health Bridge, in Crystal Lake and Huntley, shares a few easy ideas. ...

Bigger, better and more convenient is a simple principle, and it's driving big changes for this group of physicians. Learn how its recent merger is introducing a new level of care to the region. ...