City Eliminates Vehicle Stickers, Extends Coronavirus Emergency

As economic relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Highland Park City Council repealed the requirement residents buy vehicle stickers.

NSWRD Named New Executive Director

Dave Miller is the new District leader

Coronavirus: Mayor Rotering Issues Order Requiring Face Coverings

The emergency order takes effect Monday and applies to everyone who works, shops or rides in a shared vehicle in Highland Park.

Rosewood Beach Sand Replenished, Breakwater Reinforced

Recent shoreline projects are preventing further erosion and protecting infrastructure, according to the Park District of Highland Park.

City Council Approves $11,500 Coronavirus Economic Relief Package

Council members forgave three months of rent and utility fees owed by a trio of tenants in city-owned properties.

Mayor Warns Residents Flouting Coronavirus Stay-At-Home Order

Mayor Nancy Rotering called out groups of Highland Park residents who have been violating the governor's order.

"Be Counted Highwood"

Ensuring highest possible count for all persons living in Highwood

Important Message from the NSWRD

Please do not flush paper products other than toilet paper

NSWRD Recognizes Accomplishments of Brian Dorn

Dorn lauded for his work at the North Shore Water Reclamation District

Highland Park Coronavirus: Mayor Declares State Of Emergency

"I cannot stress this enough: stay home," Mayor Nancy Rotering said.

Highland Park Mayor Set For Broad Expansion Of Emergency Powers

The City Council could let the mayor implement curfews, close businesses and limit price increases after declaring a coronavirus emergency.

Marah Altenberg Appointed To Fill Vacant Lake County Board Seat

The former Pioneer Press journalist and current North Suburban Synagogue Beth El youth community director was sworn in Tuesday in Waukegan.

Des Plaines River Watershed Workgroup Recognizes Brian Dorn

Dorn awarded Special Plaque for his Oustanding Work

The NSWRD Mourns the Passing of Daniel M. Pierce

1928-2020

Election 2020 In Highland Park: We Want To Hear From Voters

With primaries just a month away and the 2020 presidential election coming up fast, Patch wants to know what issues are on voters' minds.

North Shore Municipal Attorneys Form New Boutique Law Firm

The founding partners of the Illinois government law and land use practice at Holland & Knight brought their whole team to the new firm.

These 10th District Residents Seek To Become Convention Delegates

The names of 30 residents of the 10th Congressional District will appear on March 17 primary ballots.

Vegetation Improvements Coming To Briergate Business District

The removal of invasive species and transformation to a native and pollinator habitat offers improved visibility and environmental benefits.

Highland Park Property Tax Increases Likely To Match Inflation

The average local increase in property tax bills is projected to mirror this year's rise in the Consumer Price Index, according to a report.

Emergency Sand Replenishment Project Begins At Rosewood Beach

Rosewood Beach in Highland Park will be closed for an estimated six weeks during a $310,000 plan to replace shoreline lost in recent years.

North Shore Towns To Save Money With New Community Solar Project

Local governments subscribed to Illinois' first community solar project are guaranteed 10 percent savings off retail electricity prices.

North Shore Water Reclamation District Recognizes Brian Dorn

Executive Director, Brian Dorn, receives an award for 30-years of service to the NSWRD

City of Highwood Plans for a Recreational Marijuana Dispensary

Highwood Among the First Cities in Illinois to Express Interest in Sale of Recreational Marijuana

Cook County Assault Weapons Ban Upheld By Federal Appeals Court

The county's unenforced gun and magazine ban is "materially indistinguishable" from Highland Park's previously upheld ban, the judges found.

City Council Rejects 162-Unit Senior Housing Development

Despite a unanimous vote against the proposal, councilmembers remain interested in rezoning the long-vacant Greenberg Radiology site.

Divided City Council Decides Against Public Hearing On Cannabis

In an informal 4-3 vote, the Highland Park City Council opted to take a "wait and see" approach to recreational cannabis businesses.

Albion Highland Park Set For Final City Council Approval

A development agreement allowing a five-story, 161-unit apartment building beside Sunset Woods Park has been finalized.

Park District Lags Behind Nearby Towns In Resident Satisfaction

The PDHP should demonstrate good stewardship of taxpayer money and offer more programs for older adults, results from a recent survey show.

Highland Park Doctor Who Fled Syria Hopes For Extension Of Status

After his clinic in Syria was bombed, the endocrinologist has been able to remain in the U.S. since 2016 under Temporary Protected Status.

Defense Attorney Announces Run For Lake County State's Attorney

Eric Rinehart, a Highwood Democrat, is the first candidate to enter the race to challenge incumbent Mike Nerheim, a Gurnee Republican.

PHDP Gives Severance To Director After Drafting Letter Firing Her

The Park District of Highland Park drafted a termination letter for its former finance director before agreeing to pay a severance package.

Highland Park Hosts Vigil To End Migrant Detention Camps

Hundreds of candlelight vigils are planned for Friday night to protest the "inhumane conditions faced by migrants" in government custody.

Citing Smollett, City Council Stiffens Penalty For Lying To Cops

People who make false statements to Highland Park police are now liable for fines of over three times the cost of investigating their lies.

NSWRD Arranged Meeting For Lake County Board

Board Members Invited to a Special Presentation and Tour

Developer Offers $1.25 Million Instead Of Adding Affordable Units

The developers of the Albion at Highland Park proposed a one-time cash payment to avoid having to include 10 more affordable apartments.

Flood Mitigation Costs Outweighs Benefits, Army Corps Finds

Building new reservoirs in the Highland Park Country Club and Half Day Road Prairie is not cost-effective, according to a preliminary study.

​Highland Park History Prize

For HP-150, this could be your contribution to our community's history.

Trapped Deer Rescued By Highland Park First Responders

A deer found trapped inside a narrow rock formation on Ravine Beach was rescued by Highland Park firefighters and a police officer.

NSWRD Recognizes Employee for 35 Years Of Service

Jerry Benson Honored for Hard Work and Loyalty to the North Shore Water Reclamation District

Highland Park City Council To Reconsider Backyard Chicken Permits

City staff are drafting an ordinance to allow backyard chicken-keeping that could be approved as soon as next month.