Cook County
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Hoffman Estates approves 3-year contract with police officers’ unionSep 03, 2025 2:25 pm - Hoffman Estates trustees Tuesday approved a three-year contract with the village’s police officers’ union retroactive to Jan. 1.
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Buffalo Grove man charged with attempted murderSep 03, 2025 2:24 pm - A 34-year-old Buffalo Grove man faces an attempted murder charge alleging he tried to suffocate a woman with a pillow while threatening to kill her, authorities said Wednesday.
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Palatine council weighing regulations for e-bikes, e-scootersSep 03, 2025 1:55 pm - Prompted by mounting safety concerns, Palatine village council members are considering regulating e-bikes and e-scooters.
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Man killed while crossing street near Des PlainesSep 03, 2025 1:48 pm - A pedestrian died Tuesday night after being struck by a car while crossing a street near Des Plaines, police said.
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Dining out: A pair of restaurant closings, the state’s first drive-thru-only Chick-fil-A and a 20th anniversarySep 03, 2025 1:07 pm - A pair of restaurants along Randall Road in the Fox Valley announced closings this week, while a drive-thru and walk-up only Chick-fil-A opening Thursday in Naperville will be the first of its kind in the state.
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From clay to canvas: Art brings Harper College students’ stories to president’s officeSep 03, 2025 12:13 pm - Harper College President Dr. Avis Proctor has selected student artwork to hang on the wall outside her office. The works selected explore themes of family and community.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank announces initiatives for Hunger Action MonthSep 03, 2025 12:02 pm - This Hunger Action Month, Northern Illinois Food Bank aims to raise hunger awareness with a football fundraising competition, donut shop donation drive, volunteering opportunities, "Go Orange" day, and virtual food drives.
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Palatine American Legion Post to hold charity golf outingSep 03, 2025 11:55 am - The Palatine American Legion Post 690 is holding a golf outing on Saturday, Sept. 27, at Old Orchard Country Club, 700 W. Rand Road in Mount Prospect, as a fundraiser for legion charities.
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Enjoy beer, bites and tunes at Northbrook BrewfestSep 03, 2025 11:46 am - Northbrook Brewfest returns on Saturday, Sept. 6, featuring craft beer, vodka, tequila, non-alcoholic beer, live music, and food at Village Green Park.
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Mount Prospect Library catalog grows with consortium expansionSep 03, 2025 11:25 am - Vernon Area Public Library in Lincolnshire joins Cooperative Computer Services catalog consortium, giving Mount Prospect Public Library cardholders access to over 180,000 additional items starting Sept. 3.