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Regional Police Report: Former Coach Charged In Hazing Case and more
Des Plaines A former varsity boys soccer coach and teacher at Maine West High School faces multiple criminal charges related to reports of bullying and hazing, Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez stated on Wednesday.
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Mayor Bogusz Wants to Help Businesses Open Faster
Des Plaines Mayor Matt Bogusz has made big promises to the community's business owners, the Chicago Tribune reports.
660 Students Graduate From Oakton Community College
More than 660 students received degrees and certificates at Oakton Community College' s 42nd Annual Commencement, held May 14, at the College's Des Plaines campus.
Car Stolen at Night, More in Thursday Police Blotter
The Des Plaines Police Department provided the following reports. Criminal Damage to Property, Graffiti Police found a sign at the former Schwake Stone building, 1313 E. Rand Road, was vandalized with graffiti while on patrol at 9:26 a.m. on May 10.
Former Maine West soccer coach charged in alleged hazing of players
Former soccer coach Michael Divincenzo was "the adult in the room" who should have stopped the alleged hazing at Maine West High School, Cook County's top prosecutor said Wednesday.
Area chambers oppose gambling expansion
All of the chambers are located in or near towns that have casinos. Chamber leaders from Aurora, Elgin, Des Plaines, Joliet and Naperville issued a joint letter on Wednesday that lobbied against the passage of Senate Bill 1739.
$100K Worth of Jewelry Stolen in Burglary
The following reports were provided by the Glenview Police Department . Arrests and charges are accusations and do not indicate guilt.
Hazing charges filed against former Maine West soccer coach
The Cook County State's Attorney's Office has approved multiple counts of misdemeanor battery and hazing charges against former Maine West High School head varsity soccer coach Michael Divincenzo, a spokeswoman confirmed Wednesday.
SNAP wants ex-priest fired from Des Plaines facility Updated May 15,...
A victims' advocacy group is calling for an ex-priest accused of sexual misconduct to be removed from his job at Des Plaines health facility where he counsels people struggling with depression, substance abuse, family problems and stress.
Marijuana Bill Presents Big Problems
The following is a letter to the editor from Park Ridge Police Chief Frank Kaminski, Des Plaines Police Chief William Kushner and Niles Police Chief Dean Strzelecki.
Poll: Should There Be a Traffic Light at Lee Street and E. Forest Avenue in Des Plaines?
At the direction of Des Plaines aldermen, public works and engineering workers conducted a traffic volume study at Lee Street and E. Forest Avenue last week.
Des Plaines to Make Case for New Traffic Signal to IDOT
The City of Des Plaines is steering toward constructing a new traffic signal. Aldermen voted to direct city staff to complete a traffic count study at the intersection of Lee Street and E. Forest Avenue at a meeting on May 6. Fifth Ward Alderman James Brookman said the intersection was in his ward, and he supported a traffic signal to be installed.
Cardinal George to ordain 14 men as deacons
Francis Cardinal George, OMI, Archbishop of Chicago, will ordain 14 men as permanent deacons at 2:15 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at Holy Name Cathedral, State and Superior streets in Chicago.
Man Charged with Disorderly Conduct after Arguing with Police on...
The Des Plaines Police Department provided the following reports. Criminal Damage to Property, Graffiti Newspaper boxes, an electrical box and signage at the Cumberland Metra depot, 485 E. Northwest Highway were vandalized with graffiti, and reported to police at 8:44 a.m. on May 10.
Law Enforcement, Community Gathers at Police Memorial
Park Ridge residents and community groups gathered with elected officials and members of law enforcement to honor police killed in the line of duty on the steps of city hall on Monday.
Illinois, Cook County, Chicago and Local Police Assemble for Memorial in Park Ridge
Members of many law enforcement agencies including state and local police gathered with community members to honor those killed in the line of duty in Park Ridge on Monday.
Archdiocese Responds to Protests Against Bolingbrook Ex-Priest Accused of Sexually Abusing Boys
Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests delivered a letter to the Archdiocese of Chicago last week demanding the firing of Bolingbrook ex-priest Russell Romano, who is now a counselor for Advocate Health Care in Des Plaines.
Des Plaines: A Look at Metra Stops, Income Level
A look at income levels in suburban towns with Metra stops provides a glimpse at the disparity in wealth throughout the area, according to a map by Crain's Chicago Business Journal.
Metra Depot Remodel on Track in Des Plaines
The downtown Des Plaines area will have a new look before the end of the year, and the Metra train depot is included in the comprehensive plan.
Donated Grill Stolen from Church, More in Tuesday Police Blotter
The Des Plaines Police Department provided the following reports. Theft A 6-foot by 3-foot black grill was reported stolen from a church on the 2300 block of Dempster Street at 2 p.m. on May 9, police stated.