About six weeks after Palatine officials OK'd the schematic for a new police station, councilmen gave their stamp of approval to preliminary designs for a new fire station. Monday's vote cleared the way to proceed with a final design for the $3 mill...

Events related to books and events that enrich your mind, such as lectures, classes, book signings, book club events, writers' group events, forums and discussions. Deadline is two weeks before event date. Nov. 17 Write it Now: 10 a.m. Tuesday,...

The Bulls are hoping they don't get struck by a blast from the past tonight when the annual circus road trip tips off against the Sacramento Kings. This could mark the Bulls' first game against Andres Nocioni, who was traded to the Kings last Februa...

Events specifically for children or teens as well as those for, including classes, park and library programs, music, dances, family fitness events, battles of the bands. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Nov...

Events that specify they are for those who are over age 50, including trips, classes, support programs, fitness and lectures. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Nov. 16 50+ Walking Club: Meets 9 a.m. Monday-F...

Events that specify they are for those who are over age 50, including trips, classes, support programs, fitness and lectures. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Nov. 16 Scholar-in-Residence: 12:30 p.m. Monday...

Allstate Corp. named Joseph Lacher, formerly of Travelers Cos., to head the second-largest home and auto insurance business in the U.S. as Chief Executive Officer Tom Wilson revamps management. Lacher, who stepped down as head of personal insurance ...

Deadline for submissions is noon Monday. To submit items, e-mail faith@dailyherald.com, or send fax to (847) 427-1301. Stained glass windows: The Altar Guild of Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, has commissioned a 64-...

Craft shows, bazaars, rummage sales, farmers markets. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date. Nov. 13 Ascension of Our Lord Senior Synaxis Christmas Bazaar: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday,...