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Week in Headlines: Drug-sniffing dogs at schools | Bank robber nabbed at work | Affordable housing plan | Evanston still a sanctuary city.

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Gun Talk at Center of Dueling Protests Outside New Portillo’s in Deerfield
Peaceful Communities organizer Lee Goodman says he was surprised at the reason why Portillo’s refuses to post “No Guns” signs.
Highland Park Theater Sold
Development company plans to demolish theater and replace it with retail shops and a restaurant.
Evanston to Remain a 'Sanctuary City," Mayor Proclaims
Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl confirms Evanston will remain welcoming to immigrants even after president-elect's vow to deport millions.
Alleged Glencoe Chase Bank Robber Caught by FBI
Michael Rivers told special agents he demanded $30,000 from the bank on Saturday because he wanted to buy a house worth $29,900.
Veterans Day Indifference Means School in Session for District 68
An education assembly was held in place of a day off for students in Skokie schools on Friday.
Dick's Sporting Goods Not Leaving The Glen: Report
Statement from parent company says reports that sporting goods giant is leaving Glenview are false
6 Charged in Connection with Shooting of Highland Park Teen
Charges filed as investigation into Thursday's shooting that wounded an HPHS student is completed.
8 Hospitalized After Carbon Monoxide Leak at Evanston Home
The residents are in stable condition Monday after reporting symptoms consistent with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Home Invasion in Zion Ends With Man Shot, Wife Injured
Three men with guns stormed into an apartment in Zion just after midnight Friday morning.
Infected Needle Used to Rob CVS in Niles
A couple made off with medication from the Milwaukee Avenue store in an incident similar to one reported next day in Naperville.
Sex Offender Charged Amid Investigation Into Church Volunteer
David Tschudy of Lake Bluff faces two felonies as a result of the Lake Forest Police Department investigation.
Driver Hurt in Crash on Sheridan Road Thursday
Police responded to Sheridan Road and Sheridan Place for a single-car crash Thursday morning.
Greek Restaurant Opens in The Glen
Yanni’s, a longtime favorite in Arlington Heights, has reopened in Glenview.
Marijuana Possession Could Soon Mean Just a Fine in Morton Grove
Village board could vote this month to make local law mirror state’s revamped policy.
Superintendent Wants to Use Drug-Sniffing Dogs at Deerfield High School
Chris Dignam made the recommendation to the District 113 school board after conferring with police chiefs.
Abt Electronics Ranked as Top Workplace in Chicago
The Glenview-based electronics company won big when it comes to employee satisfaction.
LFPD Offers 'Vacation Watches' For Residents Heading Out of Town
Lake Forest resident leaving town for the winter can have their homes checked on periodically.
Mesa Urbana Restaurant Brings Mexican Fusion To Northbrook
Moe Taleb and Eusebio Garcia Have Brought A Classic Urban Restaurant To Milwaukee Avenue In The Northbrook-Glenview Area
Passing of Chicago Gossip Columnist Ann Gerber Marks End of Era
For over 65 years, gossip columnist Ann Gerber dished out juicy dirt on celebrities and Chicago's movers and shakers.
Affordable Housing Still Sought on Wilmette Avenue
Housing Opportunity Development Center submits new plans to create affordable housing opportunities at former American Legion site.
ETHS Superintendent Embraces Differences in Heartfelt Post-Election Announcement
Dr. Eric Witherspoon assured students "everything will be okay" just hours after Donald Trump was elected president.
Evanston Paves Way for Alcohol Sales at Indoor Sporting Events
City Council created a 'Class W' license at the request of Quad Indoor Sports.

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- Yee's Garden Burglarized Overnight
- Evanston Murder Suspect Nabbed After Throwing Puppy at Military Cop
- Lake Forest Man Punched Girlfriend After She Picked Him Up From Jail: Cops
- Residential Burglary, Stolen Bike, Retail Theft: Wilmette Cops
- Pizza Driver's Car Stolen During Delivery in Evanston: Cops
- Gas Station Robbed at Gunpoint in Highland Park
- Crash Between SUV, Semi Truck Injures 2 in Skokie
- Screaming Man, Face Punch, Inappropriate Touch: Glenview Blotter
- 2 Thieves Break Into Home on Lockerbie Lane: Cops
- 2 Teens Nabbed After Fleeing From Traffic Stop in Evanston
- Woman Avoids Prison Time for Explosion at Target in Evanston
- Northbrook Man Served Warrant at Train Station: Cops

WORTH A LOOK
- Star ETHS Athletes Sign With NCAA Division I Schools
- Kelmscott Park Breaks Ground on Western Avenue
- Highland Park Man Wins $250K on Lottery Crossword Ticket
- Grant Will Help Erie Family Health Center Expand
- Woodlands Academy Swimmer Now a Three-time State Qualifier
- Van Cleave Retirement Prompts Director Search for Winnetka Historical Society
- Red Cross, Fire Department Install Smoke Alarms for Evanston Residents
- New Lake Forest Hospital ‘Nearing Completion’: Mayor.
- Lake County Sheriff's Office Collects Coats for Veterans
- John Sojer Named Glencoe Employee of the Year
- Thai Restaurant Opens in Downtown Evanston
- Free Parking Offered in Evanston During Holiday Season
- YMCA Announces Ongoing Partnership with Toys “R” Us of Highland Park
- Stevenson Football Coach Resigns
- Scholastic Bowl Members at ETHS Enjoy the Challenges of Competition
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