Here’s How To Know If You’ve Been ‘Flocked’ In The North Shore

What you need to know about Flock license plate cameras and how they're used in the North Shore.

Wilmette Police Swear In First Electronic Detection, Comfort Dog

Gizmo will help Wilmette investigators find digital devices and provide comfort to victims and first responders.

'Not A Harmless Prank': Ding-Dong Ditchers On The Loose In Kenilworth

Kenilworth police have received several reports of ding-dong ditchers targeting homes in the village

Wilmette Police Make Arrest After Bike Taken From Metra Rack

Police said officers saw a man cut a bike lock and remove a bicycle from the Metra station rack on June 30.

2 Injured After Metra Train Strikes Truck In Wilmette

Customers are advised to seek alternate transportation, as UP-North trains are halted due to a collision.

Former Wilmette Employee Accepted Bribe To Expedite Permits: Village

A village investigation found that a former employee allegedly accepted $100 to expedite the issuance of a construction permit.

String Of Wilmette Vehicle Burglaries Under Investigation

A string of vehicle burglaries that happened overnight in Wilmette this week is under investigation, police said.

Tips For Coyote Sightings In Wilmette

Here's what to do if you see coyotes in your neighborhood, according to Wilmette officials.

Scammers Posing As Wilmette Officials Demand Payments

Officials are warning the community about recent scam messages from people pretending to be Wilmette employees.

Police Station Temporarily Moving During Construction

Demolition and construction for Wilmette's police station project will soon be underway, officials said.

Wilmette Board Discusses Implementing E-Bike Regulations

Village officials discussed a proposed ordinance that would regulate e-bike use in Wilmette.

Wilmette Launches Blue Envelope Program

The new police program aims to better support individuals on the autism spectrum during police interactions.

Car Thefts And Burglaries On The Rise In Wilmette Area

The Wilmette Police Department shared some tips to help residents avoid being victimized by car thieves and burglars.

Overall Crime Decreased By 17% In Wilmette And Kenilworth In 2025: State Police

Overall, crime decreased in Wilmette and Kenilworth in 2025, according to data from the Illinois State Police.

Missing 13-Year-Old From Wilmette Located In Chicago

A Wilmette teen who was reported missing was found safe late Tuesday night in Chicago.

8-Foot Waves, Dangerous Currents Will Impact Wilmette Beaches

Forecasters predicted 8-foot waves at Lake Michigan beaches, accompanied by deadly swim conditions.

Burglary Suspects Caught Hiding In Trees By Wilmette Police

Two men suspected of stealing tools from a work van in Wilmette were arrested this week, police said.

Parolee Arrested, Suspected Of 2 Burglaries In Wilmette

Law enforcement arrested a suspect believed to have committed two burglaries in Wilmette.

Wilmette Eggings, Porch Piracy, Alcohol Thefts Reported: Blotter

Evanston man charged with drunk driving, Skokie resident accused of drug dealing: Wilmette-Kenilworth Police Blotter

Drone, Dog Deployed To Capture Wilmette Jewel Robbery Suspects: Police

Wilmette police said two grocery store employees were injured during a New Year's Eve incident that led to a chase across the North Shore.

Hit-And-Run Driver Runs Into Home After Wilmette Crash, Faces Charges

A homeowner confronted the fleeing motorist before he was found hiding in a nearby garage, police said.

Dog Stolen From Wilmette Found At Shelter, Woman Jailed Over Burglary

Police recovered a stolen Shih Tzu named Leon and arrested a Chicago woman days after she allegedly stole him from a suburban yard.

High Waves, Dangerous Currents Close Lake Michigan Beaches

The National Weather Service has issued a beach hazard statement for Illinois and Northwest Indiana through Wednesday.

Crews Rescue Kayakers From Weedy Lagoon In North Chicago Suburbs

The rescues took place in the Skokie Lagoons, near Forestway Drive south of Tower Road and east of the Edens Expressway.

Man Wanted For Arson Found In Wilmette; Rental Car Stolen: Blotters

Recent incidents and arrests from the Wilmette-Kenilworth Police Blotter

Armed Robbery Of Wilmette Jogger Leads To Indictment For Second Teen

Two 18-year-old men are accused of stealing a woman's phone at gunpoint. Both have been ordered to remain in jail while awaiting trial.

Firearm Charge Filed Over Gunfire; $2,000 In Cosmetics Stolen: Blotter

Fake boss scams resident into buying gift cards; bloodied man found in vacant building, arrested: Wilmette-Kenilworth Police Blotter

Shots Fired in Wilmette, 4 In Custody, No One Injured, Police Say

At least one person got out of a car in a driveway and fired several shots in an unknown direction, police said.

18-Year-Old Charged With Armed Robbery Of Jogger In Wilmette

The other suspect in the May 4 robbery of a woman jogging near the Indian Hill Club remains at large.

2 Home Burglars Charged After Warrant Turns Up Stolen Goods: Blotter

Library staff notify someone was photocopying a check and identification card with their name on it: Wilmette Police Blotter

Over $100,000 Stolen From Bank Account; Banned Man Returns: Blotter

Customer support scammers siphon thousands from Wilmette residents tricked into dialing wrong phone numbers: Wilmette Police Blotter

North Shore Lawyer Accused Of Witness Tampering Ahead Of Fraud Retrial

Feds say a jailed Wilmette attorney dodged taxes while making $1 million in payments to a former stripper with whom he was having an affair.

Burglars Escape; DUI Drivers Crash; Bike Thief Charged: Blotter

Resident scammed out of more than $18,000 after clicking on an alert claiming their account had been breached: Wilmette-Kenilworth Blotter

Kenilworth Insurance Broker Sentenced Over Annuity, PPP Fraud Schemes

After pleading guilty to one count of wire fraud last year, Daniel Rosenbaum was sentenced to seven years in federal prison.

$8,000 Grandson Scammer Shows Up At House: Wilmette-Kenilworth Blotter

Wilmette police found the proceeds of several crimes in possession of a man suspected of trying to break into cars: Wilmette Police Blotter

Wilmette Man Charged With Child Pornography Possession: Police

Police said Owen Taylor, 20, was found to have child pornography on his phone after investigators got a tip about images being reported.

Burglar Escapes Before Cops Arrive; Pair Found In Stolen Car: Blotters

Glenview woman charged with DUI after hit-and-run in Maserati; arrest made in April smash-and-grabs: New Trier Township Police Blotter

Dog Walker Accused Of With Stealing, Pawning Jewelry: Blotters

Fake bank representative scams resident into giving up password; man found with stolen title faces felony: New Trier Township Police Blotter

Four Sex Offenders In New Trier Township: 2023 Safety Map

Registered sex offenders in Wilmette, Winnetka and Northfield are all in compliance with state law, according to Illinois State Police.

Library Masturbation Indicated; Stolen Possum Reported: Blotters

Neighbor finds items stashed from earlier garage burglary; break-in at Green Bay Road eatery: New Trier Township Police Blotters