CHICAGO (WLS) -- Tired of swiping left and right? You're not alone. Many singles may still be using dating apps, but some looking for a deeper connection are turning to professional matchmakers.

Here’s a hard-to-swallow pill – you won’t ‘just meet someone in real life.’ That’s not how things work in 2024. The sooner you face that reality, the closer you are to your ideal match and love story.

Matchmaking services might sound old-school, but if you’re sick of swiping through time-wasters, ghosters, and wannabe Casanovas with Postmates sushi, it’s time to level up. This isn’t about cringy ...

Maria Avgitidis has specific tips for people looking to form new relationships. Maria Avgitidis, a fourth-generation matchmaker and dating expert, offered advice for those navigating the world of ...

How hard is it to find love in Eugene these days? According to Sequoia Kavaney, “Eugene is notoriously a very hard place to date.” That’s why she started Conscious Connections Matchmaking in October ...

Note: This video is from Aug. 29, 2025. ST. LOUIS – Despite St. Louis recently being named the best city for singles, a rise in the number of people utilizing professional services to find “the one” ...

Locals say finding love in Eugene is notoriously difficult, leading to frustration with dating apps and limited options. Sequoia Kavaney launched Conscious Connections Matchmaking to create deeper, ...