Palatine Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing Two Girls

Edison Banares, 72, of Palatine has been charged with predatory criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal sexual abuse.

Palatine's Annual Turkey Trot​ Planned For Thanksgiving Day

To celebrate its 40th year, participants will have 40 hours to complete a two-mile or five-mile run.

Greg Sammons selected to fill District's Park Board vacancy

Palatine Park District’s Park Board will have 2 seats up for election in April 2021

On World Kindness Day, Close The Meal Gap In Cook County

Families in Cook County continue to struggle to put food on their tables as the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic continues.

Leonid Meteor Shower: When To See Peak In Palatine

Heads up, Palatine: The Leonid meteor shower, which has produced some of most intense meteor storms in history, is nearing its peak.

2020-2021 Holiday Waste Collection Schedule In Palatine

Palatine residents are encouraged to mark their calendars as the following holidays will affect normally scheduled waste collection.

Bridge Replacement Project Concludes Along Palatine Trail

A $200,000 Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) bike trail grant allowed the District to replace two bridges.

Salvation Army's Red Kettles Come To The Palatine Area

The Salvation Army’s annual fundraising campaign will look a little different this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

How To Honor War Heroes On Veterans Day In Palatine

Veterans in Palatine and nationwide will be recognized on Wednesday.

Palatine Pizza Spot Continues To Serve Up Pies Through Pandemic

JJ Twigs Pizza & Pub in Palatine is open for business, the restaurant shared with Patch via our Local Business Information Center.

DePaul University Master of Science Degree Available at Harper

The DePaul University Master of Science in Management will be available through the Harper College University Center beginning in January.

Guided Patch Welcomes Clinician Emily Toops!

We are thrilled to welcome Emily Toops, L.P.C. to our practice for Virtual Therapy Sessions.

Palatine To Host 'Holiday Gift Crafting Workshop To Go'

Are your kids looking for some gifts to make from the comfort of home? The Palatine Park District has a solution!

Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Key to Success Event

Deadlines are coming soon for award nominations, registration, and sponsorships; the virtual event will take place Friday, December 4, 2020.

Second City Canine Rescue Hosts Ribbon Cutting in Palatine

The canine adoption center is now open seven days a week and is in the building that was formerly the Fortune Cookie Restaurant.

Palatine Veterans Day 2020: What's Open, Closed

Most banks, government offices and public schools in Palatine will be closed Wednesday.

CCDPH Issues Order To Support Tier I Mitigation Enforcement

The Cook County Health Department is encouraging compliance with mitigations as coronavirus cases surge to record-breaking highs.

Village Of Palatine: Winter 2020 Newsletter

The newsletter can be viewed online.

Palatine Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony Date

To help mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, the village asks everyone to stay inside their cars —​ 'park and watch' — the tree lighting.

District 211: Conant Theatre To Stream Production Of 'Freaky Friday'

The play from theatre students at James B. Conant High School will stream Nov. 5-7.

Coronavirus Outbreak At Palatine School Halts In-Person Learning

Gray M. Sanborn Elementary School in Palatine is closed to in-person learning until this date, officials announced.

Palatine American Legion holds Veterans Day program

The American Legion Post 690 is holding a Veteran’s Day program on Wednesday, November 11th at the Veteran’s Memorial at Community Park.

Palatine Area Presidential Election Results: Trump's Votes

Did Trump get more support in Palatine and suburban Cook County in 2020 than 2016? See the vote totals here as of Nov. 4.

Incumbent Krishnamoorthi Wins 8th Congressional District: AP

Democrat and incumbent Raja Krishnamoorthi is projected to win the U.S. House in Illinois' 8th Congressional District, AP reported.

Citizen Self Service Portal Goes Live Nov. 9

Residents, contractors, and business owners will be able to search for an address or parcel, apply for a permit or license and more online.

American Legion collects donations for Vets Exiting Homelessness

American Legion collects donations for Vets Exiting Homelessness at new location; the Palatine Township offices.

No Wait Times For These Voters In Palatine

Patch readers in Palatine shared positive updates from their polling place, and hopefully encouraged those who were waiting to go vote.

How Is Voting Going In Palatine: Tell Us

Share your Election Day experience at polls across Palatine with Patch.

Voting In Palatine: Everything You Need To Know

Everything you need to know for voting on Election Day in Palatine.

Please Don't Forget to Vote

Tom Morrison for State Representative for District 54

Krishnamoorthi Vs. Nelson: 8th Congressional District Race

Patch will bring you up-to-the-minute election results on the race for Illinois's 8th Congressional District.

Justice Sought One Year After Palatine Boy's Death

The mother of 2-year-old James Ryker Biel, who died Oct. 31, 2019, is pushing for police to reopen her son's death investigation.

Early Voting Ends Nov. 2

A secure ballot drop box is located at the Early Voting Site, 150 W. Wilson Street.

Deadline Nears To Purchase Vehicle Stickers, Animal Licenses

Today is the last day to purchase vehicle stickers and animal licenses in person; tomorrow is the last day to purchase online.

Drive-Thru Format Set For Palatine Winter Farmers' Market

There will be 17 vendors to pre-order from, and knife-sharpening​ will be available during the drive-thru Palatine Winter Farmers' Market.

No Indoor Dining In Palatine: How Will Restaurants, Bars Survive?

We are looking for owners of bars and restaurants to share how the pandemic has affected business in Palatine and what the future holds.

Rare Halloween Blue Moon: A Reason To Howl In Palatine

If you're not already howling in support of pandemic first responders in Palatine, the blue Halloween hunter's moon is a good excuse.

Walter R. Sundling JHS Band: Seeking VIRTUAL Guest Conductors!

If you would like to be included in this fun project, or have a "famous" connection that may want to be included, please email Jeff Zilke.

Weekend Fun: Find A Pumpkin Patch Near Palatine

Looking for a Palatine-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.

Former Harper College Student Trustee Recognized by State

Illinois Community College Trustees Association awards statewide honor to Harper student David Santafe-Zambrano.