Midnight Deadline Looms As Bears Stadium Bill Stalls In Springfield

Chicago is back in the mix as lawmakers race to find a new incentive plan before the spring legislative session ends Sunday night.

Resident Accused Of Violating Stalking Order: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

The 72-year-old had been ordered to have no contact with the victim due to their fear of harm.

Local Business Spotlight: Fourth Avenue Design Group

Helping homeowners create functional and stylish living spaces.

Elk Grove Ice Arena Moves To Interior Work Ahead Of Fall Opening

The 86,261-square-foot, two-rink complex on Meacham Road is scheduled to open this fall and will include a restaurant with rooftop access.

Response to false information posted re Andrew Begich

There was false information posted re Andrew Begich. He was never arrested. The source of this false information is being investigated.

No Obvious Trauma To Man Found Dead In Schaumburg Pond: Police

Police said the deceased adult male has been tentatively identified, but his name is being withheld pending family notification.

Vehicle Strikes Rolling Meadows Strip Mall Business: Police

The Wednesday afternoon crash remains under investigation.

52-Year-Old Man Found Dead In Schaumburg Pond: Report

The latest discovery marks the third body found in ponds located in the Northwest suburbs since the beginning of April.

Hoffman Estates nonprofit honors Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital partnership

The 2026 Mark Parr Champions for Children award was presented to the hospital on May 7, 2026, in Arlington Heights.

Arlington Heights Student Earns Degree At Trine University

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

1 Dead, 1 Critically Hurt In Rolling Meadows Crash: Police

Police said an overturned vehicle was involved in the two-car crash Tuesday near Algonquin Road and Magnolia Drive.

Armed Motorcyclist Pointed Gun At Hoffman Estates Police: Cops

Dhruv Patel, 25, faces felony firearm, assault and resisting arrest charges following the May 14 traffic stop.

Resident Charged With Resisting Arrest: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

Police also reported some criminal trespass incidents, a DUI and a driver with a suspended license accused of screeching tires and speeding.

Student Charged After Knives Found At Rolling Meadows High School: Police

Carlos Barrera, 18, of Arlington Heights, faces two felony charges and remains in Cook County Sheriff’s custody, police said.

Beyond the Veil: A Contemplative Visual Meditation on Grief, Love, and Continuing Connection

Exploring remembrance, intuition, and the possibility that connection continues after loss

Man Wanted On Grooming Charges Arrested In Arlington Heights: Police

Authorities said the 59-year-old was wanted in McLean County for soliciting sexually explicit pictures from a minor.

Airbnb-Style Rentals Soon Will Be Treated As Nuisances In Arlington Heights

Village officials said the regulations were crafted following resident complaints involving noise, parking, parties and transient occupancy.

Rosemont’s New Minecraft Experience Is Built For Kids — And Their Parents

A Patch reporter and his Minecraft-loving 9-year-old son recently explored “Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue.”

Student Found With Knives After Threat At Rolling Meadows High School: Police

Authorities continue investigating the incident which reportedly included a verbal threat.

Missing 67-Year-Old Man Found Safe: Arlington Heights PD

A Silver Search had been submitted Tuesday night through the Illinois State Police.

Wheeling Township Recognizes Older Americans Month

Services and programs through the Township help residents ages 60 and older remain independent, connected and supported.

Village Treasure House honored by Hunger Resource Network as 2026 Corporate Hunger Hero of the Year

Hunger Resource Network awards Meghan Rosenfeld 2026 Hunger Hero Volunteer of the Year at annual fund-raising luncheon

Schaumburg Resident Charged With Attempted Murder In Loop Stabbing: Chicago PD

The 26-year-old victim was seriously injured in last week's incident.

College Credits: Arlington Heights Resident Graduates From Auburn University

Area students from Arlington Heights are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).

Resident Accused Of Endangering Child's Life: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

The 37-year-old was arrested Thursday in the village, according to police.

8 Arlington Heights Area Students Awarded $2,500 2026 National Merit Scholarships

Winners were selected for the scholarship from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists.

College Credits: Arlington Heights Residents Graduate From University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Area students from Arlington Heights are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).

'Mega Project Calculator' Claims Bears Stadium Would Erase Billions In School Funding

The Illinois Federation of Teachers have released an interactive online tool that shows how statewide tax code rewrites may impact schools.

Elk Grove Village Man Sentenced In $10M Interstate Shipment Theft Case: Feds

The stolen goods included liquor and commercial-grade copper.

Out-Of-State Fugitive From Justice Warrant Arrest Made: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

The 31-year-old Elmwood Park resident is also accused of retail theft, according to police.

Schaumburg Boomers Unveil 2026 Home Schedule With 53 Games, Fireworks And Drone Shows

The team, which is under new owners, said the expanded promo schedule is intended to build on 4 straight seasons of attendance records.

Man Charged With Murder In Woman's Strangulation Death: Schaumburg PD

Katherine D. Torbick, 43, was found dead last week in a home she shared with the accused, with whom she was dating, according to police.

District 214 Names New Principal of John Hersey High School

The appointment of Patty Grow, a former teacher and current associate principal, was recently approved by the board of education.

Excavation Ongoing At Home Related To Missing Girl Case: Attorney

Kianna Galvin, 17, disappeared on the afternoon of May 6, 2016, after telling her sister she was going to a nearby park in South Elgin.

2 Charged With Theft Of Cop's Gun Left In School Restroom: Arlington Heights PD

Police said the handgun taken Monday from Forest View Educational Center has not been recovered.

College Credits: Arlington Heights Residents Graduating From University Of Georgia

Area students from Arlington Heights are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).

1 In Custody, Gun Cop Lost In School Bathroom Still Missing: Arlington Heights PD

Classes at Forest View Educational Center are set to resume Wednesday as police are confident gun is no longer on school grounds.

NSYMCA to host their inaugural SeniorPLAYooza Brain Health Event on May 12th

Partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association, a free community Brain Health Fair to support active aging.

Homeless Man Charged With Meth Possession: Arlington Heights PD Blotter

The 43-year-old is also accused of possession of drug paraphernalia and violation of bail bond, according to police.

Classes Canceled After Cop Loses Gun In Bathroom: Arlington Heights PD

The incident at Forest View Educational Center occurred Monday, prompting school closure Tuesday as the gun remains missing.