Main Street In Skokie Set For Streetscape Upgrades

The village board approved a bid for upgrades aimed at safety, public space and future Main Street development.

IL House Candidate Urges Crackdown On Panhandling Involving Children In Skokie

At Monday's Skokie Village Board meeting, Jim Geldermann called for action on panhandling cases involving children.

Skokie Park District Puts $53M Referendum On Ballot For 2 Park Projects

Survey results and public comments showed that a majority of the community favored placing the referendum on the November ballot.

Skokie Park District Eyes $53 Million Bond Question For November Ballot

Community feedback and an upcoming survey will help shape whether the park proposal moves to voters in November.

State Denies Funding For Skokie Crisis Support Program

A program provided by a Skokie non-profit intended to provide a safe alternative to going to the emergency room was denied state funding.

Complaint Against Former Skokie Trustee Up For Review By Village Board

The Skokie Ethics Commission ruled that a former trustee had violated the village code and imposed three $1 fines.

Cook County Completes Solar Power Project At Skokie Courthouse

Cook County is installing solar panels at 17 additional locations as part of a clean energy plan released in 2020.

Skokie Police Chief, Village Attorney Oppose ICE Response Ordinance: Report

Police Chief Jesse Barnes said parts of the proposed ordinance reflect current practice, but mandates could put officers at risk.

Skokie 2026 Primary Election Guide: What You Need To Know

The Illinois primary is March 17. Here's what will be on your ballot in Skokie.

DHS Denies Claims That US Citizen Was in Border Patrol Custody For 2 Days

A 28-year-old woman from Skokie said she was detained at O'Hare International Airport after returning from a work trip in Turkey.

Elected Officials, Family Of Skokie Woman Detained At O'Hare Call For Transparency

Dozens of people showed up outside the Broadview detention facility on Friday night, pleading for the U.S. citizen's release.

Early Voting Under Way Now In Skokie: What To Know

Skokie voters can cast their ballots now until Election Day on March 17.

Meet Bushra Amiwala: Congressional Candidate In IL-09

Candidate Bushra Amiwala tells Patch why she should be elected to Congress in Illinois' 9th District on March 17.

How To Register To Vote In Skokie

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Skokie ahead of the March 17 election.

Organizers Plan Free America Walkout In Skokie

The Skokie action is a part of a larger nationwide movement that opposes recent actions from the Trump administration and ICE.

Congressional Candidates Call For Transparency Following Reports Of Outside Pressure

Candidates campaigning in Illinois' 9th Congressional District signed a joint statement calling for transparency in the race.

Skokie To Appoint New Corporation Counsel

The new Corporation Counsel and his law firm will begin serving Skokie starting Jan. 1, 2026.

Skokie Passes Anti-ICE Ordinance Amid Rise In Federal Immigration Enforcement Activity

Amid a rise in reports of federal agents in the region, the Skokie Village Board passed a measure strengthening protections against ICE.

Rat Control And Transit Shelter Upgrades: Skokie Village Board Preview

Here's what's on the agenda for this week's Skokie Village Board meeting.

Inspections For Water Mains In Skokie Planned To Prevent Another Failure

After a water main break led to a devastating flood in Skokie in February, village officials are working to ensure it doesn't happen again.

Speed Limits Decreasing Village-Wide In Skokie

Speed limits in Skokie are set to be reduced soon in residential districts, according to city officials.

Skokie Remains Steadfast In Wake Of DHS Sanctuary City Call Out

DHS specifically named Skokie in a list of sanctuary jurisdictions, "deliberately and shamefully" obstructing immigration enforcement.

Foreclosure Of 'Skokie Sculpture' Goes To Court

The future of a structure that has been frozen in construction on Oakton Street for years is up to the court, as foreclosure looms.

Rep. Jan Schakowsky Won't Seek Re-Election, Plans To Retire: Report

According to reports, Rep. Jan Schakowsky is planning to announce her retirement next month.

Skokie Swears In New Mayor, Elected Officials

Monday's Village Board Meeting in Skokie saw six trustees, the village clerk and the mayor sworn in before a packed room.

Robinson, Schechter Take Skokie Trustee Race: Unofficial Results

Election day has come and gone in Skokie, and unofficial results show Robinson and Shechter projected to win the at-large trustee spots.

Tennes Projected To Win Skokie Mayor Race

Election day has come and gone in Skokie and unofficial election results show Ann Tennes as the Mayoral race winner.

4 Candidates Vie For 2 At-Large Trustee Seats: Skokie Election 2025

The consolidated election is set for Tuesday, April 1. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

Skokie To Vote For First New Mayor In 26 Years: Election 2025

The consolidated election is set for Tuesday, April 1. Polls open at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.

'Highly Questionable': Advocacy Center Criticizes Ethics Investigation

A non-partisan non-profit criticized a recent postponement of a hearing to determine an ethics complaint against a Skokie candidate.

Incorrect Ballots Sent To Skokie Residents Ahead Of Election

Some voters in Skokie may have to recast their ballots due to incorrect information that caused voters to be assigned to the wrong district.

Video: Skokie Mayoral Candidate Accused Of Assault

A woman alleged Skokie Mayoral candidate David "Azi" Lifsics pushed her at Village Hall in 2023.

Ethics Commission Investigates Complaint Against Skokie Candidate

A candidate running for Skokie Village Clerk is accused of using public office for personal gain, according to the ethics complaint.

Meet David "Azi" Lifsics: Candidate For Skokie Mayor

Candidate David "Azi" Lifsics tells Patch why he should be elected as Mayor of Skokie on April 1.

Meet James Iverson: Candidate For Skokie District 4 Trustee

Candidate James Iverson tells Patch why he should be elected as District 4 for Skokie on April 1.

Meet Keith Robinson: Candidate For Skokie At-Large Trustee

Candidate Keith Robinson tells Patch why he should be elected as At-Large Trustee for Skokie on April 1.

Meet Khemarey "Khem" Khoeun: Candidate For Skokie At-Large Trustee

Candidate Khemarey "Khem" Khoeun tells Patch why she should be elected as At-Large Trustee for Skokie on April 1.

Meet Minal Desai: Candidate For Skokie Village Clerk

Candidate Minal Desai tells Patch why she should be elected as Village Clerk for Skokie on April 1.

School District 219 candidates discuss diversity and safety in schools

Student-led candidates forum covers vocational opportunities, cell phones in schools

Meet Lissa Levy: Candidate For Skokie Trustee, District 3

Candidate Lissa Levy shares insight with Patch on her campaign for trustee in Skokie's third district.