Briefs: Autos are burglary target

Wheeling police are warning residents that several auto burglaries have recently been reported. The police said vehicles that are unlocked or have valuables in plain view are being targeted. The most common stolen items are GPS devices, radar detectors, I-Pass units, briefcases, laptop computers, cash and stereo systems. Wheeling police are reminding residents to lock doors, close all windows and take anything of value out of the car. The police are conducting extra patrols; anyone with any information can call the crime prevention unit at (847) 459-2994.

220 meets on boundaries

Residents in Barrington Area Unit District 220 will have another chance tonight to give the school board their opinions on proposed elementary redistricting. A public hearing on the proposed boundary changes begins at 7 p.m. tonight at Barrington High School, 616 W. Main St. The school board is considering four different options for redrawing attendance boundaries for the district's 3,300 elementary school students. The maps being considered show anywhere from 180 to 235 students changing schools. Most of the changes are being proposed for the start of the 2008-2009 school year; however, some changes would not go into effect until certain areas become fully developed. To view the maps, visit www.cusd220.org.

Soccer tourney coming

The Wheeling Park District will host the Cross Town Soccer Classic 4 p.m. this Thursday. London Middle School and Holmes Middle School, both in Wheeling Township Elementary District 21, will face off in the match. The event is free and open to the public. Call Tim Walsh at the park district, (847) 465-7774.

Harper focuses on money

With the economy as it stands today, teaching children the value of money is more important than ever. Harper College is offering a free seminar for parents called "Learn the Secrets of Raising Financially Responsible Children," from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday. Financial planning expert Susan L. Baker will talk about money mistakes parents make with their kids, the differences between "wants" and "needs" and teens, money and peer pressure. The seminar will be held at Harper College, Building A, room A-243. Admission is free. (847) 925-6558.