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State House passes bill banning new landfills in Cook County
A measure to halt the expansion of landfills in Cook County survived a House vote on Wednesday despite multiple concerns about circumventing local authority.
'Parents Who Host Lose the Most' campaign back in gear
Des Plaines, Niles and Park Ridge police departments have kicked off the 'Parents Who Host Lose the Most' campaign once again in time for prom and graduation.
Key components of successful flexible work programs
Flexible working relationships benefit everyone. Employees are happier, families are stronger, and businesses get access to the widest pool of talent available.
State Budget, Politics Loom Over Memorial Day Parade
PARK RIDGE, Ill. - Gov. Quinn attended a traditional Memorial Day parade before heading down to Springfield to grapple with the state's budget problems.
Family ends 40-year search for missing Vietnam War captain
In December 1972, three weeks before the end of American fighting in the Vietnam War, anti-aircraft fire ripped through the fuselage of Capt.
Accident Victim's Mom Hopes Public Awareness Campaign Makes a Difference
A The Southwind mom of two never knew how bad traffic at Haligus Road and Scott Drive could be in the morning, as school buses and Marlowe Middle School students converge on the campus.
Maine South & East, Niles West Rank Tops
A Newsweek and the Washington Post have released their rankings of high schools, and provide some vindication for Maine East High School in Park Ridge and Niles West High School in Skokie, which were ignored when U.S. News & World report released its ratings of best high schools in Illinois earlier this month.
Police: Injured teen in street fell off bike
CARY – A Cary teenager found bloodied and battered on the street Friday reportedly lost control of his bicycle and fell, according to the Cary Police Department.
Police Blotter: DUIs and Other Traffic Arrests
A A A A A A A A A A A DUIS A Paciano C. Veloso, 59, 869 Savoy Court, Lake Zurich, A was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol during a traffic stop on Route 12 at Cuba Road, at 12:36 a.m., May 13.A Veloso was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with a blood alcohol content greater than .08 and improper lane ... (more)
Police Release Names After Sunday's Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Kirk Road
The Geneva Police Department has released the names of the three people involved in the Sunday-evening fatal motorcycle-versus-pickup-truck crash on Kirk Road near Division Street.
Water Sale Is 'Wild Card' in Evanston's Economic Future
As the city of Chicago raises its water rate over the next five years, Evanston is moving forward with a plan to turn local lake water into dollars for Evanston's civic coffers.A Water was among the possible growth sectors for Evanston that were up for discussion at the city's Economic Development Summit Friday, along with more traditional areas ... (more)
The View From Planet Kerth: History met - and made - on a bridge of broken hearts
All good teachers dream of making history and literature come alive for their students, but my buddy Jim Lonergan never imagined that he would have to become part of a nightmare to do it.
Busse Woods walk raises awareness of preeclampsia
Jasmine Mago, of Hoffman Estates, surrounded by family and friends at the Chicago Promise Walk for preeclampsia awareness in 2011.
Condo's pet-friendly policy seals the deal for ex-renters
For animal lovers Jack and Della Campbell, Wolf Ridge Condominiums in Northlake is the ideal dwelling.
Penn State softball duo earns honor
PARK RIDGE, Ill. — Penn State softball players Cassidy Bell and Kasie Hatfield were named to the All-Big Ten First Team and Second Teams, respectively, announced by the conference coaches on Wednesday.
Guest Stole Jewelry, Woman Says
A A 41-year-old Niles woman reported a theft of $950 worth of jewelry from her home, in the 8900 block of Wisner, on May 9 at 8 a.m. She told police she had permitted an 18-year-old Park Ridge man, who is the father of her daughter's child, to stay at her residence, police said, and asked him to leave after some issues arose.
District 207 disputes national ranking snubs of Maine East, South
Maine Township High School District 207 is questioning the accuracy of an annual ranking of American high schools by U.S. News & World Report after errors were identified and two of the district's three schools were omitted from the list.
Former director returns to The Center of Concern to serve as advisor
Mary Schurder accepts award as executive director emeritus of The Center of Concern, a Park Ridge not--for-profit where she served as executive director from 1993 until 2011.