Niles North Taps Top Skokie Cop For Security Director

He replaces former security director Jim DiJohn, who was charged with selling school property, including radios, on eBay.

Golf District 67 To Hold Community Forum Tuesday Evening

All are welcome to the 'state of the district' meeting.

Niles West Debate Team Wins Two Titles At Tournament

Out of 128 debaters, Niles West students placed first, second and fifth.

State Report Card Is In: See How Niles and Morton Grove Schools Rank

Like many schools throughout the state, Niles and Morton Grove schools saw significant drops in scores from 2012 as part of the state board's move to raise expectations — or cut scores — for the ISATs, given to third through eighth grade students.

High School Disciplines, Relents on Student Dressed as Jesus

School reconsiders after talking to student and realizing he had no bad intentions.

Give Input Tonight On New D-64 School Superintendent

Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 is seeking a new superintendent, and community members are invited to a meeting tonight to state their wishes. You can also do so online.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

D219 Student Charged With Felony For Making Online Threat

The threat was described as "nonspecific," and a District 219 principal said the district does not believe there is any remaining threat.

Niles North Opens Striking Aquatics Center, Says It's For Students, Community

The two-pool aquatic center offers many well-thought-out components and a focus on energy efficiency.

Niles North Unveils $15.1 Million Aquatic Center

Seeing Stars: Niles West Gets Astronomical Observatory

Community members will be able to view sky spectacles; students will learn as astronomers do. It's all thanks to a 93-year-old who donated $70,000. Come to the grand opening Oct. 23.

VIDEO: Maine East Fall Orchestra and Choral Concert

Video of the Maine East High School 2013 Fall Orchestra and Choral Concert.

Niles North Aquatic Center To Open Oct. 18-19

All are invited to tour it Saturday, Oct. 19 and learn about community swim opportunities.

Parents: Are Your Kids Safe at School?

Are kids in the cross-hairs when it comes to potential gun violence at schools?

Dist. 207 Superintendent Gets 5-Year Contract, Raise

Supt. Ken Wallace will also be eligible for bonuses if he meets certain goals, according to the Journal & Topics.

Homeless Tell Experiences to Oakton Kids Sleeping In Boxes

The students built cardboard boxes to sleep in to raise awareness of homelessness; they also listened to formerly homeless people talking about life on the streets.

Oakton Students To Sleep Outdoors, Feel Plight Of Homeless

They'll brave the cold in cardboard boxes and other 'shanties,' sleeping on hard concrete to raise awareness of the 14,000 homeless in Illinois every night.

Botanist Gifts D-67 Students With Tree Science, Seedlings

He showed students how one method of growing trees helps them thrive when transplanted. Morton Grove has used it to replace trees lost to emerald ash borer.

Caribou Coffee's Removal of LGBT Painting Sparks Controversy

The Northbrook coffee shop removed a homecoming image painted by a high school club after receiving complaints. Its corporate office said the store should not have done so.

Maine South Celebrates 50th Anniversary Year With Exhibit

Events celebrating the anniversary will take place throughout the school year.

Dist. 64 Supt. Bender To Leave In June

The district says he has worked to improve both finances and the aging buildings.

NIU Ranked 19th Ugliest College Campus

See why Northern Illinois University in DeKalb got this dubious honor.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Niles North Director Charged With Stealing Earned Six Figures

Find out how much Jim DiJohn, who was charged with stealing electronics, earned in salary, and whether he will collect a pension.

Area Universities Make Best Colleges List

U.S.News & World Report reviewed hundreds of colleges and universities nationwide, ranking the universities on a variety of factors, including tuition, acceptance rate, class sizes and more.

10 Niles-Area Students Named Merit Semifinalists

Eight Maine South students, one Maine East student and one Northridge Prep student were given the prestigious academic honor, which goes to a select few in the nation.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

First-Grade Girl Bullied Over Star Wars Thermos

Why should a child be afraid to go to school because of what's in her lunchbox?

Niles North Security Director Out; Charged With Felony

He resigned following a charge of felony theft of school property.

Niles North Mourns Teacher Dan Horyn On Social Media

Mr. Horyn, 34, died Sunday. Students, alumni and members of the community took to social media to express their condolences.

Niles North Teacher Succumbs To Cancer; School Mourns

How did he affect you? Tell us in the comments.

Teachers Camp On Football Field For Copter's Flyover

Four Niles North Teachers pitched tents, woke at 4 a.m. to ready the donuts, OJ. Kids arrived an hour later to make formations for ABC7 to film from the air during a Friday Flyover.

ABC7 Copter Captures Niles North Students On Field

Students spelled out 'Go Vikings,' and the copter shot the aerial view.

Skokie School Gets National Attention for Government Worksheet

Many media outlets are weighing in on a worksheet passed out to students at East Prairie school about government being "like a family."

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

ABC 7 Copter To Fly Over Niles North Friday, Film Student Formation

Students should be at school before 5:30 a.m. Friday; they'll gather on the football field to make a formation that can be seen from the air.

Niles West Counselor Featured As College Specialist

He was honored as a "counselor who makes a difference."

Two Niles West Drama Students Chosen For High Honor

Plus, 80 debate teams from four states converge Niles North next weekend for a tournament; and a Sept. 28 rummage sale will benefit Niles North's Fine Arts.

How Do You Make the Perfect PB&J?

Well, for starters, you want your peanut butter to jelly ration at 2:1. What are your tips for creating the perfect sandwich?

Fifth Maine West High School Student Alleges Hazing

A new lawsuit was filed in the ongoing Maine West High School hazing scandal this week.