Wilmette Board Recognizes Laura Fine After $400K State Budget Award

State funding in the fiscal year 2027 budget will support Wilmette capital projects beyond the new police station.

Wilmette Board Honors Rep. Gabel For Securing Fire Station Renovation Grant

State budget money will support sleeping quarter upgrades and airlock vestibules at Wilmette's two fire stations.

Wilmette Safety Committee To Discuss Flock Camera Contract Renewal

The current contract expires in December 2026, and the Village Board will be discussing whether to renew it over the next several months.

Wilmette Police Breaking Ground On New $41M Facility

The new 53,054-square-foot station is priced at $41.5 million, according to village project information.

Residents Can Shape Wilmette's New Housing Plan

The Village of Wilmette has created a survey to better understand the community's housing needs.

Wilmette Residents In Favor Of E-Bike Regulations: Survey

The village will conduct its final vote on e-bike and e-scooter regulations at a future meeting.

Wilmette-Kenilworth 2026 Primary Election Guide: What You Need To Know

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

Early Voting Starts Under Way Now In Wilmette: What To Know

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

Proposal To Host Additional Events At New Ryan Field 'Unneighborly,' Wilmette Officials Say

Wilmette urged the City of Evanston to deny an application that proposed an increase in events at Northwestern's new Ryan Field.

Meet Phil Andrew: Congressional Candidate In IL-09

Candidate Phil Andrew tells Patch why he should be elected to Congress in Illinois' 9th District on March 17.

Meet Sam Polan: Congressional Candidate In IL-09

Candidate Sam Polan tells Patch why he should be elected to Congress in Illinois' 9th District on March 17.

How To Register To Vote In Wilmette and Kenilworth

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

New Law Prohibits ICE Activity At Village-Owned Properties

The Wilmette Village Board unanimously passed an ordinance aimed at protecting immigrants within the community.

'No Kings' Goes For Another Round In Wilmette

"No Kings" brought millions of protestors out nationwide over the summer and has planned a second series this weekend.

Wilmette Passes 1% Grocery Tax

Wilmette becomes the most recent Chicagoland municipality to implement its own 1 percent grocery tax.

Nationwide Search For Wilmette Park District Director Ends

The Wilmette Park District selected a new Executive Director after a nationwide search.

Wilmette Adopts New Affordable Housing Plan

Wilmette's Village Board unanimously voted to adopt a new affordable housing plan at this week's meeting.

New Wilmette Police Station Project Gets Closer To Construction

Construction for the new Wilmette Police Station is projected to start up in spring 2026, officials said.

Nearly $300,000 HUD Grant Awarded To Wilmette Senior Housing

New federal funding has been earmarked to enhance services for Gates Manor residents, helping seniors live more independently and healthily.

Wilmette Park District Set To Pay $75K Severance To Outgoing Director

Though Steve Wilson's $200,000-a-year contract expired on Dec. 31, he still gets his full salary until June 20 under a separation agreement.

Park District Director Resigns As $5 Million Lawsuit Heads To Court

Facing allegations of workplace misconduct and claims he targeted a cancer-stricken staffer, Steve Wilson resigns after 13 years in charge.

Wilmette Park District Wins $600,000 Grant For Hibbard Park Upgrades

State funding will help convert tennis courts to pickleball, upgrade baseball fields and add a new picnic shelter, district officials said.

Ballot Set For April 2025 Elections To Wilmette Village, School Board

The coming election features a battle for village trustee and a school board race with fewer candidates on the ballot than available seats.

Voters Reject Kenilworth Park District Tax Referendum By 14 Points

Park district officials' proposed tax increase to fund parks and recreation center upgrades failed after 62 percent voted no.

Voters Ponder 69% Tax Hike In Kenilworth Park District Referendum

If approved by voters in the approximately 2,400-person park district, the tax increase would support major park and trail enhancements.

Wilmette 2024 Election Guide: What's On the Ballot, What To Know

Kenilworth proposes tax hike for park improvements and recreation center, Wilmette attorney challenges Dem majority leader in statehouse.

Robyn Gabel, Charles Hutchinson Face Off Again In 18th District Race

The Evanston Democrat and Wilmette Republican highlighted tax policy, pensions and the cost of living as key issues in their Nov. 5 rematch.

Wilmette 2024 Election Guide: What's On the Ballot, What To Know

The general election is Nov. 5. Here's a guide for Wilmette and Kenilworth voters before they hit the polls.

Kenilworth Voters Consider Tax Hike To Support Park District Upgrades

The Kenilworth Park District board wants voters to fund new rec center and upgrades to the Green Bay Trail and Townley Field.

Local GOP Cancels Fundraiser For Controversial Candidate Mark Robinson

Amid "Nude Africa" porn forum scandal, North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson's planned event Sunday in Kenilworth scrapped.

Local GOP Holds Fundraiser For Controversial Candidate Mark Robinson

The outspoken North Carolina lieutenant governor, who denies posting on a pornographic forum, will headline a fundraiser in Kenilworth.

North Shore Members Of Congress Split On Boycott Of Netanyahu Address

Rep. Jan Schakowsky, the senior Jewish House Democrat, skipped the speech while Rep. Brad Schneider attended and spoke to the PM.

Gillson Park Listed On National Register Of Historic Places

The recognition shows Gillson Park's "profound significance to the fabric of our community," Wilmette Park District officials said.

'Rethink This Monstrosity': Residents Criticize New Gillson Park Fence

The Wilmette Park District has fenced off what was formerly one of the North Shore's only free beaches.

Wilmette Awards Contract For Implementation Of Bike, Pedestrian Plan

The village board last week approved a $29,000 contract with the same engineering firm that developed its active transportation master plan.

Wilmette Adopts Local Rules To Restrict Unscheduled Migrant Drop-Offs

The ordinance was needed to prevent the drain on village resources from unannounced arrivals outside of business hours, village staff said.

Cubs Co-Owner Laura Ricketts Co-Hosts Biden's Chicago Fundraiser

Monday's event was reportedly on track to raise about $2.5 million from several dozen wealthy Democratic Party donors.

North Shore Native Nominated To Be 1st Hispanic Judge On 7th Circuit

GOP senators questioned Judge Nancy Maldonado, a Skokie-born Wilmette resident, over her productivity as a judge and her firearm knowledge.

Election Results: $2.5M Kenilworth Bond Referendum Set For Approval

The $8.4 million Beach Improvement Project aims to renovate and repurpose the village's decommissioned water plant.

Northfield Trustees Hire Kenilworth Village Manager Patrick Brennan

The former Ohio cop worked in Highland Park before Kenilworth village officials hired him nearly a dozen years ago.