Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Hoffman Estates Park District Rebrands Youth Hockey Program
The Hoffman Ice Hawks will begin operating Tier II travel teams during the Fall 2026-27 season.
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Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
- Northbrook, IL
Hello, thanks for checking out my profile. I'm an editor for Patch, covering Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove.
I was born and raised in Upstate New York in Saratoga Springs, moving to Chicagoland in 2014, and live here with my wife and son.
I've been in the journalism/media business for more than 25 years in a variety of roles including managing editor, executive editor, news editor and sports reporter. You could say hyperlocal news is in my blood, so Patch is a perfect fit.
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Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
8-Year-Old Dies After Drowning Incident In Wheeling Pond
Police said investigators have found no evidence to suggest foul play after the child was recovered from a pond.
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Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Buffalo Grove Senator Offers Summer Book Club For Kids
State Sen. Adriane Johnson’s program asks students to read eight books by Sept. 30.
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Northbrook|News|
Northbrook Resident Scammed Out Of $100K In Gift Cards: Police
Northbrook police also handled reports of theft, credit card fraud, fake prescriptions, retail theft and DUI.
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Deerfield, IL|News|
5 DUI Arrests Reported In Riverwoods: Police
Riverwoods police reported several impaired driving arrests during traffic stops and a crash investigation.
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Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Frontier Days Turns 50 In Arlington Heights
The July 1-5 festival will feature live music, carnival rides, food, family activities and the annual Fourth of July parade.
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Glenview, IL|News|
Glenview Nonprofit Supports Refugee, Newcomer Families
Building Peaceful Bridges provides mentorship and sponsorship support for refugee and newcomer families adjusting to life in Illinois.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Ground Stops Delay Over 800 Flights At O'Hare, Midway Due To Thunderstorms
An air traffic control alert says flights were halted in Chicago.
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Des Plaines, IL|News|
Man Found Dead In Water At Lake Opeka: Des Plaines Police
Police said park patrons tried to help before firefighters arrived, but the 61-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Bear Heads To Indiana, A Guilty Squirrel And Ducks In A Row: IL In Photos
This week's photo roundup from across Illinois.
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Des Plaines, IL|News|
Man Arrested In I-294 Road Rage Shooting Near Des Plaines
Illinois State Police said the shooting happened Monday night on northbound I-294 near Touhy Avenue.
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Northbrook|News|
Northbrook Park District Day Returns To Farmers Market
The June 24 event will feature games, prizes, a scavenger hunt and free swag at the weekly farmers market.
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Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Sketch Released Of Suspect In Attack Near Lake Arlington
Arlington Heights police said detectives also recovered a potential image of the suspect riding a bicycle before the attack.
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Palatine, IL|News|
Man Who Died After Entering Water In Palatine Identified
Police released new details days after emergency crews pulled the 34-year-old from the water.
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Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Buffalo Grove Pastor Accused Of $2M Fraud Scheme
Federal prosecutors said Winston Batino solicited money for luxury rehabilitation facilities that did not exist.
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Northbrook|News|
West Nile Virus Found In Northbrook Mosquitoes
The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District said one batch of mosquitoes collected Monday tested positive for the virus.
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Deerfield, IL|News|
Space-Based STEM Program Marks 100th Event In Deerfield
Higher Orbits’ 100th Go For Launch! event will bring students, astronauts and aerospace professionals to Deerfield High School.
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Glenview, IL|News|
Upset Caller Threatened To Come To Glenview Business: Police
Glenview police also responded to reports of theft, peddling without a permit, retail theft, trespassing and driving-related arrests.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Pritzker Rips Bears' Stadium 'Fumbles,' Says Special Session Possible
The governor criticized the team’s shifting plans and said Illinois should not raise taxes for a stadium.
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Glenview, IL|News|
Glenview Summer Fest Celebrates 50 Years Downtown
The downtown event will feature more than 90 vendors, kids’ activities, food, music and a free evening concert.
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