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Widow Ramis Sued / Redhead Festival II / North Shore Tie to Supreme Court / Piccolo Moving

Recent North Shore News: Irish-dancing firefighter / New Portillo's in Deerfield / Howard Street bank robbed

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Harold Ramis' Widow Sued by Film Great's Longtime Attorney

  • A Northfield lawyer who represented Harold Ramis for years says his widow owes him thousands.

Chicago's North Shore is Getting Another Redhead Festival

  • Redheads near and far to take part in a carrot cake contest and record-breaking ginger photo in June.

Obama Nominates Lincolnwood Native Merrick Garland to United States Supreme Court

  • President selects the 1970 Niles West High School graduate to replace Antonin Scalia on nation's highest court.

Piccolo Theatre Plans to Relocate from Evanston Metra Station

  • Growing theatre company is seeking a new performance space for the 2016-17 season.

Gold Medal-Winning Irish Dancer is an Evanston Firefighter

  • Colleen Martin-Hanley had a stellar career as an Irish Dancer. Now she's driving one of the trucks for the Evanston Fire Department.

Portillo's is Coming to Deerfield This Year

  • Popular Chicagoland hot dog chain will open 1970s themed restaurant on Lake Cook Road.

US Bank Robbed on Howard Street Friday Afternoon

  • The suspect was seen fleeing on foot toward Chicago with $3,000.

Music Tutor Accused of Having Sexual Contact with 15-Year Old Student

  • Police say they witnessed the contact between a 32-year-old Chicago man and the student in Lake Forest last month.

Bakery Owner Honored for Autism Inclusiveness

  • Jean Kroll of 'Sugar & Space Extraordinary Treats' was recognized by a nonprofit for her work in creating employment opportunities.

Every D112 Precinct Voted Against Referendum Tuesday

  • Take a look at a precinct-by-precinct breakdown of the North Shore School District 112 referendum vote.

'Solidarity' Rally Planned Sunday in Evanston

  • Anti-hate groups to meet at Fountain Square to show support for Muslims.

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