Arlington Heights Student Graduates From University Of Rhode Island

Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2026-27 school year.

I-90 Ramp To Arlington Heights Road Closing Overnight For Toll Plaza Work

Drivers will be detoured through Elmhurst Road and Algonquin Road during the closure.

A Smarter Way to Outsource Print, Chicago Business Executive Wants to Re-Invent Print Procurement

Not your grandfather's print industry, claims Patrick Monahan, who, like Fisher Investments, is in the advisory lane, not the sales lane.

$800K Lucky Day Lotto Jackpot Ticket Sold In Elk Grove Village

The jackpot-winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket matched all five numbers in Monday night's drawing.

Quack for a Cause Ducky Dash Supports Camp I Am Me

Fundraiser provides burn survivors the opportunity to heal, grow and discover they are never alone

Arlington Heights Group Plans 9/11 Firefighter Tribute, Hydration Kit Drive

Volunteers will assemble kits, write thank-you cards and learn about firefighter lung health on Sept. 11.

Rosemont Police Says Child's Kidnapping Claim Was False: Report

The 11-year-old was picked up at O'Hare Monday morning and taken by shuttle to a Rosemont hotel, according to police.

Schaumburg High School Football Player Critically Injured During Game

The player was taken to Condell Medical Center after being injured Friday night during a game at Antioch High School.

District 214 Foundation Hosting Topgolf Fundraiser In Schaumburg

Golf bays are sold out, but non-golfers can still attend the Sept. 3 fundraiser in Schaumburg.

Controlled Substance Charge After Arlington Heights Arrest: Blotter

Police also reported protection-order violations, battery, retail theft and revoked-license charges.

93-Year-Old Man Dies After Mount Prospect Crash

Gerald Meyer died after Tuesday's two-vehicle crash at Northwest Highway and Mount Prospect Road.

Father Charged In Death Of 5-Month-Old Child In Mount Prospect

Police say the infant was left unattended for about seven hours before being found unresponsive in December.

White Sox Fan Pope Leo Gets Custom Cubs Jersey From IL Congressman

The lifelong Cubs fan traded Chicago baseball banter with the Pope as the Crosstown Series continues at Wrigley Field.

Arlington Heights Board Weighs How Much Public Comment Belongs In Meeting Minutes

A resident argued that abbreviated minutes could omit important viewpoints, while village officials said the record is intended to summarize

Woman Struck By Metra Train At Schaumburg Station

The incident caused extensive delays on the Milwaukee District West Line and is the second train strike at the station this summer.

“Third Party Notification” Available to All Cook County Homeowners

This service enables homeowners to designate another person or organization to be contacted if their property taxes become delinquent.

Crash Closes Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect Road Intersection For Hours

Mount Prospect police were asking drivers to use alternate routes while officers investigate the crash.

Wheeling Township Highlights Services for Senior Citizens

National Senior Citizens Day is August 21, and the Township wants to ensure older adults are aware of the many programs and services offered

Meth, Gun Charges Filed Against Texas Man: Arlington Heights Blotter

An Arlington Heights man also faces firearm charges, while other arrests included DUI, domestic battery and an order-of-protection violation

Serious Crash Closes Arlington Heights Road In Elk Grove Village

Both directions are shut down between Biesterfield Road and Brandywine Avenue, police said.

Schaumburg Lawmaker Backs New Laws Aimed At Preventing Child Abuse

The measures strengthen school misconduct rules and expand information-sharing during child abuse investigations.

Arlington Heights School Calendars: First Day, Breaks And More

Important 2026-27 dates are set for District 214 and District 25.

Legendary Elk Grove Coach Ken Grams Retires After 60 Years

The longtime educator became Illinois' winningest softball coach while mentoring generations of Elk Grove High School students.

Prospect High School To Host Hometown Screening Of Award-Winning Documentary

The award-winning film by Prospect alum Allison Walsh follows the school’s World Religions class.

Free Kidney Screenings Coming To Arlington Heights Aug. 27

The KidneyMobile will offer free screenings and education to help residents identify kidney disease risk factors.

Herb Horn Memorial Golf Tournament To Support Children’s Advocacy Center

The Sept. 23 outing in Hoffman Estates will raise money for free services for children and families impacted by abuse and violence.

Hoffman Estates Police Step Up DUI, Seat Belt Enforcement For Labor Day

The campaign runs Aug. 14 through Sept. 8 and will target impaired driving, seat belt violations and other dangerous behavior.

Arlington Heights Student-Athlete Earns WIAC Academic Honor

Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2026-27 school year.

Cocaine, Aggravated DUI Charges Among Arlington Heights Arrests

Police also reported aggravated battery, retail theft, harassment and criminal trespass charges during the past week.

'A Day With A Detective' Offers Inside Look At Private Investigations

The Arlington Heights program will feature surveillance equipment, covert cameras and other tools used by licensed investigators.

Hoffman Estates Police Issue 117 Citations During July Speed Campaign

The monthlong enforcement effort also resulted in four arrests, police said.

New Illinois Law Targets Language Development Gaps For Deaf Children

The law establishes early language assessments for children who are deaf, hard of hearing or DeafBlind.

Man Faces Gun Charges After Fleeing Elk Grove Village Traffic Stop: Police

Officers said a police K-9 helped locate the 22-year-old nearly 2½ hours after he ran from the vehicle.

Mark Gunther Named Recipient of the 2026 Dr. Kenneth Hood Award

Village of Arlington Heights Senior Citizens Commission awards Mark Gunther the Dr. Kenneth Hood Award

Augustana College Honors Arlington Heights Students; MSOE Graduate Earns High Honors

Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.

Aggravated Battery To Officers, Drug Possession Among Arlington Heights Arrests

Police also reported five DUI arrests, along with battery, theft, property damage and criminal trespass charges.

Mount Prospect Animal Feed Company To Pay $185K Over Odor, Noise Complaints

More than 150 nearby residents logged over 1,000 complaints before Prestige Feed Products stopped operating its plant in late 2025.

Body Found At Busse Woods Identified As Missing Schaumburg Man

Anthony Richert, 43, had been missing since June 25 after leaving home without medication required for several medical conditions.

Colin Gilbert Announces Candidacy for Arlington Heights Village Trustee

An experienced attorney, community volunteer and business leader, Gilbert is currently serving as a Trustee on the Village Board.

Wheeling Township Mental Health Board Opens Grant Applications

Organizations providing mental health, substance use and developmental disability services to Township residents should apply by August 14.