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Cops Tackle Northwestern Grad Student in Dash Cam Video
Watch as police tackle car theft suspect Lawrence Crosby, who is now suing the city of Evanston.
Suicide Likely in Death of Suspect in Metra Train Shootout
Autopsy suggests Jamal Parks shot himself in the head after firing at task force officers on a train at the Lake Cook Road station.
Zion Dairy Queen Closed After Owner ‘Proudly Admitted’ Racial Slur
The man later backtracked but wound up issuing an apology before the company closed the fast-food restaurant.
Lincolnwood Man Who Owned Wrigley Rooftop Sentenced for Defrauding Cubs
Former Skybox on Sheffield owner R. Marc Hamid was convicted of under-reporting more than $1 million in revenue from 2008 to 2011.
Woman Killed After Crashing SUV on Edens Expressway in Glenview
Reports indicate the 33-year-old Waukegan woman lost control of her SUV Wednesday afternoon near the Willow Road exit.
Lakeside Foods Has New Owners
But changes aren’t expected at the grocery store that’s called Winnetka home for nearly 60 years.
New Trier Grad Leads Barack Obama’s Transition Team
Anita Decker Breckenridge will also be Obama's chief of staff after he leaves office.
Cemetery Shooting Victim Identified as Glenview Man
Harry Nadolny, 79, was found dead at the same cemetery where his wife was buried just weeks before.
Man Hit by Car and Killed on Sheridan Road in Beach Park
A 54-year-old man was struck by a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup Monday night.
Murder Charges Filed in Skokie Woman's Death
Police charged Jermaine Powell in connection with the March 2016 death of his girlfriend, Catherine Benyamin.
Highland Park Bans Coal Tar Products
City Council votes to prohibit the sale and use of the products containing a carcinogen.
Northwestern Basketball Player Found Dead in Campus Dorm Room
The school and athletic communities are mourning the sudden loss of Jordan Hankins on Monday.
District 34 Names New Superintendent
Experienced school veteran tabbed to lead Glenview school district.
Woman Facing Stiff Prison Sentence is Sorry for Punching Feeble Daughter
A Lake County judge will decide the fate of of Nicholette Lawrence, whose punch to the stomach of her 11-year-old daughter proved fatal.
Cubs Want to Share Wrigley Field With Northwestern Football Team
The club also wants to host some of Northwestern's Big Ten games at the ballpark, beginning in 2020.
Former Middle School Teacher Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing Child Porn
John C. Vastis, 54, of Lakemoor was sentenced to 13 years in prison.
Woman, Ex Staged Home Invasion and Killed Husband's Dog: Sheriff
Sheriff's police say Mehwish Memon and her ex-boyfriend organized a series of crimes against her husband.
U.S. Pizza Museum Will Come to Niles Library Next Month
Pizza artifacts will take center stage in the Franklin Gallery for two months.
Lockdown at Edgewood School Result of False Alarm
An “active shooter” alarm at Edgewood Middle School Monday morning was false.
Allstate Acquires SquareTrade
Northbrook-based giant adds a consumer protection plan provider.
Evanston Had Cook County’s 2nd Highest Voter Turnout in November Election
More than 80 percent of registered voters in Evanston Township hit the polls in November. Only one township had a higher turnout.
LUXURY REAL ESTATE:
WOW! House: 15-Room Estate With Pool, Balconies in Northbrook
This home on Sunset Trail - once dubbed 'Home of the Year' - is on the market for less than $2 million.
WOW! House: Soundproof Walls and Indoor Pool in Skokie
Fairview Lane home on the market is one of the most luxurious in the village.
WOW! House: Whirlpool, Breakfast Bar, Media Room in Highland Park
Contemporary home on Waverly Place in Highland Park boasts several amenities.
5 Great Highland Park Homes With Swimming Pools
You won’t need to leave home for a swim at these five local homes on the market in Highland Park.
Home Owned by Horace Grant Sold in Deerfield
The modest abode sold for $650,000 last month.
Former Home of Steve Kerr Sells in Lake Forest
The Colonial-style home was doused with 'TP' each time Kerr won a championship with the Chicago Bulls.

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• Woman Arrested for 'Annoying' Phone Calls: Cops
• Firefighter Hurt While Battling Garage Fire in Lake Forest
• Pizza Driver Threatened with Rock in Evanston: Police
• 5 Cars Stolen From Porsche Exchange in Highland Park
• Chicago Teen Accused of Stealing Cars in Glenview
• Molotov Cocktail Call Results in Domestic Arrest in Lake Forest
• 'Car vs. Building' Reported on Oakton Street in Niles
• House Fire Reported in Northbrook Sunday Night
• 2 Charged With Excessive Speeding in Highland Park: Cops
• Man Robbed at Gunpoint at ATM in Skokie
• Truck Fire Closed Route 41 in Lake Forest for Hours on Saturday

WORTH A LOOK

• South Evanston Whole Foods to Close in March
• Wags on Willow Opens in Northfield
• Phone Booth at Glencoe Train Station Restored
• Dennehy School of Irish Dance Wins 3 Championships at Mid-America Championships
• Coincidences Surrounding Brown’s Chicken Massacre Basis for Book on Forgiveness
• HPHS Students Selected as Student Commissioners
• Surgical Care Affiliates Bought by UnitedHealth
• Northshore Acupuncture Center Announces 21 Day Self-Care Slay
• New Health Club Opens at Bernard Weinger JCC
• Wilmette Woman Supports Deborah's Place

IN MEMORIAM

• North Shore Death Notices: Week of Jan. 3-9, 2017
• 'The Piano Man' Justin Molsbee Dies at 38

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