Buffalo Grove Police Issue 77 Citations During Seat Belt Campaign

The Memorial Day enforcement effort included 37 seat belt violations, along with distracted driving, speeding and license citations.

D21 welcomes new assistant principals for Holmes, Cooper for 2026-27

New faces join as district continues to evolve its middle school leadership model

Buffalo Grove Students Earn Dean’s List, Honor Society Recognition

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

D21 pilots rotating iPad program to bring digital art curriculum to elementary classrooms

Gives fourth- and fifth-grade students hands-on experience with industry-standard design tools

Gas Leak Prompts Road Closures Near Milwaukee Avenue, Hintz Road In Wheeling

Wheeling police said closures are in effect for southbound Milwaukee Avenue and eastbound Hintz Road.

Buffalo Grove Named Best Place To Live In IL By U.S. News

New national rankings also place the village among the top 15 places to live in the country.

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

Buffalo Grove Police Launch Memorial Day Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign

High-visibility patrols will run through May 26 as part of Illinois’ “Click It or Ticket” effort.

College Credits: Buffalo Grove Resident Earns Dean's List At Olivet Nazarene U

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

2 Buffalo Grove 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: Buffalo Grove Resident Makes Dean's List At Southern New Hampshire University

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

College Credits: Buffalo Grove Resident Graduating From University Of Georgia

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

Buffalo Grove Rotary, Foundation Award Nearly $30K In Grants To 20 Local Nonprofits

Annual grants funded by BG Days and the Rotary Duck Race will support quality-of-life work in Buffalo Grove.

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.

ID Of 68-Year-Old Man Found Dead Near Airport Released: Cook County Medical Examiner

Police discovered the man's body along a fence line at Chicago Executive Airport Sunday while responding to an unconscious person report.

Man Accused Of Choking Woman Unconscious At Buffalo Grove Hotel: Police

The alleged incident occured last month at the Extended Stay America Suites Chicago-Buffalo Grove-Deerfield.

Man Found Dead Along Fence Line At Chicago Executive Airport: Report

Motorists were being asked to avoid several closed roads near the airport Sunday, according to the Wheeling Police Department.

Wheeling Township Welcomes New Board Member

Trisha Chokshi, an attorney and Mount Prospect resident, was appointed to fill a vacant board seat.

Vernon Township Hosts Annual Town Meeting

Supervisor Tim Kobler presented the annual report on services and programs, community impact and upcoming initiatives.

College Credits: Buffalo Grove Resident Elected To Honor Society At University of Illinois

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

'Heroic' Security Guard Dies From Injuries Sustained In Buffalo Grove High Crash: Police

Orlando Rivas, 52, of Buffalo Grove, was critically injured Tuesday when a vehicle struck a pole that then struck him.

School Staff Member Critically Injured After Being Struck By Pole At Buffalo Grove High: Police

Police said a vehicle leaving school grounds hit a pole Tuesday afternoon, which then struck the school employee.

Dundee Road Closed For Crash Investigation In Buffalo Grove: Village

Emergency crews are on scene during the Tuesday evening commute and drivers are being urged to avoid the area, use alternate routes.

Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band Prepares For 25th Anniversary Concert

The performance will honor founding conductor Howard Green in his final concert leading the band.

Remorseful Thief Returns Stolen $2 Cigarillo To Store: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

The store owner did not press charges or have the man trespassed from the business.

Lincolnshire Library Seeks $100K State Grant For Security Upgrades

The Vernon Area Public Library District is looking for state funding for cameras, door access and incident tracking.

Flood Warning In Effect For Lincolnshire, Des Plaines: National Weather Service

Tuesday night's heavy rain has resulted in flood watches and warnings for areas along the Des Plaines River.

Perennial Shoplifter Nabbed On Camera At Woodman's: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

The person was identified, issued an adjudication ticket for retail theft, and trespassed from the store.

Executive Chef Joe Frillman Highlights “Hunger Hero” Annual Luncheon

Community invited to join Hunger Resource Network supporters at Chevy Chase Country Club on Wednesday, May 6 at Chevy Chase Country Club

Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center: A Place for Healing in Vernon Township

The Zacharias Center is a Vernon Township Community Mental Health Board grant recipient.

Driver On Cellphone Leaves Accident Scene: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

The 32-year-old was also charged with failure to reduce speed, according to police.

Buffalo Grove Senior Expo Designed As 'One-Stop Event'

The annual event will bring more than 50 vendors, giveaways, raffle prizes and fire department screenings.

Buffalo Grove Police Step Up Distracted Driving Enforcement During April Campaign

Increased patrols in Buffalo Grove will target texting, social media use and other distracted driving violations.

School Board Approves Demolition Of Home For Future Early Learning Center In Wheeling

The board authorized demolition expenses not to exceed $90,000 as the district continues preparing the site for construction.

Woman Swindles Supporters Of Ukraine, Immigration Services Out Of $3.5M: Feds

The Buffalo Grove resident also pretended to be an FBI agent, prosecutor, and a criminal defense attorney to defraud the victims, feds say.

Hunger Resource Network Delivers Another 80 Tons of Frozen Chicken

Through partnerships, volunteer efforts, and a steadfast mission, HRN completes another successful “Poultry to Pantries Delivery Day”

Wheeling Township Community Mental Health Board Seeks Volunteer Board Member

The appointee would serve through the end of the current term, with the opportunity to be considered for a full four-year term.

Mayor 'Beyond Proud' As Buffalo Grove Ranks High In Best Places To Live List

The annual report compiled by Niche includes 230 cities and 18,000 towns, suburbs and neighborhoods.

Filing Season for Property Tax Exemptions Opens

Residents should review key deadlines and eligibility requirements for seniors, veterans and homeowners.