Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.
Carlos Barrera, 18, of Arlington Heights, faces two felony charges and remains in Cook County Sheriff’s custody, police said.
Area students from Arlington Heights are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Winners were selected for the scholarship from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists.
The appointment of Patty Grow, a former teacher and current associate principal, was recently approved by the board of education.
The incident at Forest View Educational Center occurred Monday, prompting school closure Tuesday as the gun remains missing.
Falling and blowing snow has led to hazardous travel conditions Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
The full housing and tuition grants will support students starting college in fall 2026, according to the Western Golf Association.
State Representative Mary Beth Canty will serve as emcee for the high school culinary competition.
Over 25 elementary school districts and special education cooperatives will participate in the second-annual "Better Together" event.
The closings will occur at the conclusion of the current school year.
Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero are expected, according to the National Weather Service.
Parents are calling for a 90-day moratorium on any decisions regarding the school's future and an audit of the school's finances.
Residency eligibility issues for several wrestlers, as well as concerns regarding recruiting practices, factored into the decision.
Jeremy Morton was evaluated on instructional excellence, professionalism, innovation, community engagement and overall impact.