Arlington Heights Mayor Addresses COVID-19 Restrictions

"The Village will continue to listen to and support our business community through this crisis."

European-Style Woonerf Proposed For Downtown Arlington Heights

The idea is part of a grant proposal filled with enhancements intended to keep the downtown area on the "cutting edge."

Arlington Heights Memorial Library Will Serve As Polling Place Nov. 3

The library will be open its regular hours for customers.

Voting In Arlington Heights: Everything You Need To Know

The polls are open and will remain so until 7 p.m. Tuesday.

New Village Attorney Approved In Arlington Heights

Hart Passman, who is also the village attorney for Kenilworth, replaces retiring Robin Ward.

Gillespie Encourages Small Businesses To Apply For BIG Grants

The BIG Program has allocated $220 million for movie theatres, performing arts venues, concert venues and more.

Citizen Saves Victim Of Violent Crime With 'Heroic Act'

The Village of Arlington Heights recently honored Kyla Davis, of Skokie, for assisting a woman whose life was in danger.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Cook County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Cook County from voting.

Sen. Morrison Outlines Lake County Suicide Prevention Resources

More than 50 people have died by suicide in Lake County this year.

State Senator Gillespie: Our Representation Is At Risk

Gillespie urges residents to respond to the 2020 Census.

Voter Registration Push Made By Arlington Heights LWV

The League of Women Voters - Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove & Mount Prospect will register voters at the library on Sept. 22.

Morrison, Carroll Blood Drive To Have COVID-19 Antibody Testing

Researchers said blood containing these antibodies can treat people with severe COVID-19 by boosting their ability to fight the virus.

Senator Morrison Calls For Residents To Complete Census

As the deadline to complete the census nears, State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest) is urging people to fill out their 2020 census.

Gillespie Announces Driver’s License Extensions For 75 And Older

“Extending the expiration date will help our most at-risk population avoid a visit to the driver service facility during this pandemic."

Recreational Pot Sales Move Forward In Arlington Heights

The Village Board voted Monday to approve an 18-month pilot program at Verilife, a medical marijuana dispensary.

Hayes To Run For Third Presidential Term In Arlington Heights

Thomas W. Hayes, Village President of Arlington Heights, has announced his intent to run for a third, four-year term.

Rep. Walker’s Office To Host Virtual Office Hours

Interested residents can reserve a time slot by contacting Walker’s office.

New Law Protects Essential Employees, First Responders

State Senator Ann Gillespie commended the labor package increasing first responder benefits and protecting retail employees.

Northwest Education Council For Student Success Receives $249K

The $249K grant will be distributed to nine high schools in the Northwest Suburbs to develop CTE programs focused on careers in education.

Recreational Marijuana Gets Thumbs Up In Arlington Heights

The Village Board voted 7-1 in favor of allowing recreational sales in the village, a reversal of a previous vote in 2019.

State Rep Encourages Child Care Providers To Apply For Grants

State child care restoration grant applications will be available the week of July 20.

Social Equity Applicants Worried About Being Shut Out Of Pot Licenses

Those licenses meant to expand and diversify the industry could actually be forcing social equity applicants out.

Schaumburg Library Is Asking For $1.5 Million Less In Property Tax

CBS 2’s Tim McNicholas traveled out to Schaumburg to see what’s going on.

Elk Grove Township Announces New Food Pantry Truck

The range of social services offered by the Township continues, some virtually and remotely, for all in-need residents through the pandemic.

Village Asks Pritzker To Modify Restore Illinois Plan

The Village of Arlington Heights passed a resolution Monday calling on Gov. J.B. Pritzker to make changes to his coronavirus-related plan.

Sears Helped Build A Giant Entertainment Arena. Now, A Suburb Pays Millions To Keep It Running.

A Chicago suburb is on the hook for millions to operate the Sears Centre arena — as much as 14 percent of its budget.

Rep. Carroll In Quarantine; Not In Springfield

State Rep. Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook) placed himself in quarantine Monday after coming into contact with a COVID-19 patient.

Sears’ Headquarters Was Supposed To Turn A Sleepy Suburb Into A Boomtown. It Never Happened

To lure Sears into a Chicago suburb, officials crafted the largest tax break package ever awarded in Illinois. What went wrong?

Mayor Estimates $8-9M Loss In Revenue

With the cancellation of Frontier Days and delay of the opening of Arlington racetrack, Mayor Thomas Hayes talks about the state of things.

GOP Women Reps Call on Governor to Convene Legislature

Pritzker Shouldn't Continue Excluding General Assembly During COVID-19 Crisis

Coronavirus Update: Arlington Heights Offices Closed To Public

People needing Village services can call for appointments, email the Village or use online services.

Mayor Hayes' Message To Arlington Heights During COVID-19 Crisis

"The message I want to convey to you today is that we are all in this together and that we will get through this together."

Cook Co. Sees Shortage In Election Judges

The clerk's office is seeking additional help as the election nears. Some pollworkers are declining to work due to COVID-19 fears.

Whooping Case Confirmed At District 25 School

The Windsor Elementary School student has been diagnosed with pertussis.

Arlington Heights Takes Closer Look At Logo

The village has hired consultants to come up with a marketing strategy for the town.

League Of Women Voters Hosts Candidate Forum

Illinois State District 54 primary candidates will square off during a forum on Saturday, Feb. 22.

$3,500 Fee To Tear Down Arlington Heights Homes Discussed

The Arlington Heights Village Board discussed the proposal during a meeting Monday.

Board Discusses Inclusionary Housing Program, January 13

Arlington Heights is one of 7 Chicago suburbs with a voluntary or mandatory inclusionary affordable housing program.

Pro-Impeachment Rally Scheduled For Arlington Heights Tuesday

"Nobody Is Above The Law" events are scheduled in and around Arlington Heights ahead of an anticipated impeachment vote this week.

Mount Prospect Votes 'No' To Recreational Pot Sales In Town

The village already has a medical marijuana dispensary but will not allow marijuana to be sold for recreational use.