Intro: An 'Uncommon' start to handmade art

For Vincent and Jessie Leman, turning their crafty creations into sellable decor was the most unexpected and enjoyable wedding presents they received.

Made in Northwest Indiana

Whether it is a side job or a full time career, crafters and creators have found a new market in the internet age. And Northwest Indiana boasts some of the most creative and interesting independent designers in the country.

NFL INSIDER: Bears in do-or-die territory

It's the time of year when the men are separated from the boys in the NFL.

Bartram nursery nation's oldest botanical garden

He was America's first botanist, and his garden is still one of the best.

Blackhawks are only bystanders as lockout damages their franchise, NHL

CHICAGO | Patrick Kane revels in October, almost as much as he did for the month of June two years ago, when his tough-angle overtime goal in Philadelphia snared an uncommon pro sports championship for his adapted city.

Bulls move on after first-round elimination

DEERFIELD, Ill. | Joakim Noah figured the Bulls would be preparing for at least one more game. Instead, they're picking up the pieces.

No love for Bulls in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA | With one misstep, Joakim Noah crashed down on his side and clutched his sprained left ankle. Already reeling without Derrick Rose, the top-seeded Bulls now hold their breath waiting on Noah's fate for the rest of the first-round series.

Bulls look to regroup in Philadelphia

Twenty-seven times this regular season, the Bulls took the court without Derrick Rose.

Philadelphia woman charged with attempted card fraud

HOBART | A Philadelphia woman allegedly attempted to buy items from local stores using a stolen credit card, police said.

President of Pa. charity linked to abuse resigns

PITTSBURGH | The youth charity at the center of the child sex-abuse charges against former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky received donations in recent years from hundreds of corporations, community groups and individuals -- including the judge who arraigned Sandusky earli…

Where Are They Now?: Katie Schmelzer

Katie Schmelzer never thought she would be in the classroom.

Blago told Daniels of 'SOB's seeking Senate seat

INDIANAPOLIS | Buried deep in Gov. Mitch Daniels' new book, "Keeping the Republic," is an anecdote detailing what he says was his longest conversation ever with former Illinois governor and now convicted felon Rod Blagojevich.

Where Are They Now?: Mike Hines

Mike Hines knows the ups and downs of the real estate game.

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD: It's up to voters to preserve our republic

At the conclusion of the 1787 Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, James McHenry, one of Maryland's delegates, stopped Benjamin Franklin as he left Independence Hall.