Wheeling Man Killed Crossing Route 53
Traffic on northbound Route 53 between Dundee and Lake Cook roads near Palatine crept along early Sunday (Dec. 8) night after a Wheeling man attempting to cross the busy expressway was fatally struck by a vehicle.
State police issue Silver Alert for missing Valparaiso man
The Porter County Sheriff's Department is investigating the disappearance of 86-year-old William Powers, last seen at 5 a.m. in Valparaiso.
Mississippi Valley Christian School seeks funds post-church split
The Mississippi Valley Christian School is set to close after separating from Faith Baptist Church. The institution is now asking for donations to help get through the remainder of the school year and to open another Christian school under new leadership.
Arlington Heights Signs Off On New Bears Agreement
As the Arlington Heights village president and trustees took pains to emphasize, the agreement they approved during Monday’s (Dec. 9) special village board meeting didn’t commit them to a new Chicago Bears stadium -- but it does set some groundwork for the future redevelopment of the former Arlington Park Race Track property.
Porter County man charged with sexually abusing child
"Victim 1 stated she had spoken to her friends about these incidents but had never told any adults in her life due to the fear of not being believed" according to a charging document.
Man fatally struck by SUV while walking across traffic on Route 53 near Long Grove
State police say a man died after he suffered critical injuries when he was struck by an SUV while walking across traffic on Route 53 near Long Grove and Palatine.
Shedd Aquarium unveils renovated rotunda space – with two massive tanks
A new exhibit in the Shedd Aquarium's iconic rotunda space, featuring both fresh and saltwater ecosystems, will debut to the public on Tuesday.
Dramatic video shows Arlington Heights garbage truck explosion
Startling footage captured the moment a garbage truck exploded in northwest suburban Arlington Heights, leaving three first responders injured.
2024 Rotary Santa Run in Arlington Heights is a record breaker with 2,012 participants
Rotary of Arlington Heights Santa Run in its 17th year broke a record with 2,012 registrants bringing holiday cheer and Santa Claus flair to downtown Arlington Heights on Dec. 7 on a
WINGS helps women, kids escape domestic violence
Domestic abuse traps thousands of Illinois residents in a cycle of violence that ... To help fund operations, WINGS operates resale shops in Arlington Heights, Schaumburg and Niles. Funds generated by the sale of donated items go back into the program.
Paylocity’s Upgraded Buy Rating: Strong Financial Projections and Market Optimism Drive $235 Price Target
Analyst Jared Levine from TD Cowen maintained a Buy rating on Paylocity (PCTY – Research Report) and increased the price target to $235.00 from
Listen to Warren Buffett’s advice on wills, most estate planners say
When one of the world’s wealthiest investors offers parents advice about assets just before the biggest family holidays of the year, a lot of people pay attention. In this case, experts say they
The Biz Week That Was: SkyZone opens, Billy’s Pancake House ends an era
Indoor entertainment venue Sky Zone opening in Schaumburg; Arlington Heights site planned Sky Zone, an expanding chain of indoor entertainment venues, was expected to open its ninth
Garbage Truck Explosion Injures Firefighter, Police in Arlington Heights, IL
An Arlington Heights firefighter and two police officers were injured by an explosion during a fire in a garbage truck.
19-year-old Richton Park man stabbed to death in Chicago Heights, shooting death in Calumet City
Camari Branch, 19, of Richton Park was stabbed to death in Chicago Heights, and Aaron Hall of was shot to death in Calumet City.
Bears would pay $3.6 million a year, under proposed Arlington Park property tax settlement
The Chicago Bears would pay $3.6 million in property taxes a year at the sprawling Arlington Park property until construction begins on a stadium, under terms of a proposed agreement released
Indoor entertainment venue Sky Zone opening in Schaumburg; Arlington Heights site planned
Sky Zone, an expanding chain of indoor entertainment venues, will open its ninth Chicago-area location Friday at the former Buy Buy Baby store in Schaumburg with another expected in Arlington
Pritzker chooses leader for future Illinois Department of Early Childhood
Gov. JB Pritzker has selected his first assistant deputy governor for education to lead the state's future Department of Early Childhood.
Gov. JB Pritzker names first head of state’s new early childhood agency
Gov. JB Pritzker has appointed Teresa Ramos as the first head of the state’s new Department of Early Childhood.
DuPage Forest Preserve acquires Bolger Farm near Wheaton
The Morton Arboretum and Danada Forest Preserve land have long been separated by a horse-boarding center near Wheaton. But with the forest preserve district acquiring that property on the east side
Batavia QB Vander Luitgaren ends spectacular postseason run in record fashion despite loss
NORMAL - Batavia hasn’t been shy on sharing time at the quarterback position between junior Bodi Anderson and sophomore Michael Vander Luitgaren throughout the playoffs. But with Batavia getting
Adopt-A-Pet: Forever Fortunate Felines
Director of Support Services Kelly Fahy – Application Screening Lead Andrew Lazes – Director of Operations Events: Saturday November
Opening weekend for Aurora’s 18th annual Festival of Lights
With one mile of sparking lights and one month of magical nights, the 18th season of the Aurora Festival of Lights drive-through has now begun. The region's largest free drive-through holiday light
Amazon overcomes critics in West Humboldt Park and puts down community roots
After a year of operation and with robots at the ready, the facility of 500 workers is set for the holiday rush as local groups and labor activists keep watch.
Illinois appelate court orders pretrial release for deputy charged in Sonya Massey’s killing
An Illinois appellate court ruled Wednesday that a former deputy sheriff charged with the death of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman shot in her home after she called
5-year-old killed, toddler injured in head-on crash in Beach Park
A 5-year-old Zion boy was killed, a 2-year-old boy critically injured and two others hurt in a head-on traffic crash Tuesday in Beach Park. The Lake County Coroner's Office identified the 5-year old
What does property tax deal with Arlington Heights mean for Bears?
The Bears have been focusing their plans on a new stadium in the city of Chicago for some time now, but they have also just reached a deal with the Village of Arlington Heights on property taxes for the old Arlington International Racecourse property.
Prosecutors: Barrington man ‘savagely’ beat Vernon Hills doctor with bat before shooting her
Prosecutors say a Barrington man accused of fatally shooting his estranged girlfriend in the chest Sunday “savagely beat her with a baseball bat” before opening fire. William R. Zientek, 46, of
2 Illinois men charged with joining Jan. 6 Capitol riot, shouting "Whose house?! Our House!"
Michael Mollo Jr., of Oak Lawn, and Emil Kozeluh, of Palos Heights, are accused of clashing with police and storming the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
LOCAL ROUNDUP: Danville girls tennis duo to play for third place
The Danville High School girls tennis doubles team of Anna Houpt and Reese Rundle took on some of the best in the state.
12-year-old girls, 10-year-old boy hospitalized after being hit by van in Ford Heights, sheriff says
Three young students were hospitalized after they were struck by a van Wednesday in the south suburbs, the Cook County Sheriff's Office said.
PREP GIRLS TENNIS: Danville duo advance to quarters
The Danville High School doubles team of Anna Houpt and Reese Rundle had a stellar first day in the IHSA Class 1A State Tournament.
District 80 candidates say criminal justice reform among top issue
Both candidates running for the 80th District Illinois House seat say there is need for reform in the criminal justice system, and that voters in this district, which encompasses several south and
Norma Hernandez: 2024 candidate for Illinois House District 77
Illinois House District 77 City: Melrose Park Age: 34 Occupation: State Rep IL General Assembly Previous offices held: Triton College
Meg Loughran Cappel: 2024 candidate for Illinois Senate District 49
Illinois Senate District 49 City: Shorewood Age: 53 Occupation: State Senator and small business owner Previous offices held: I am the
MABAS Deploys Firefighters From 17 Local Departments To North Carolina For Hurricane Helene
Firefighters from 17 departments in Chicago’s North and Northwest suburbs were deployed to Conover, North Carolina, about 50 miles northwest of Charlotte, for relief operations from Hurricane Helene.