Deerfield, IL|News|
Deerfield Man Charged With Battery To Correctional Officer: Lake County Arrests
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office also reported DUI, burglary, trespassing and domestic battery arrests during the week.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
- Northbrook, IL
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Glenview, IL|News|
FBI Impersonation Scam, Stolen Vehicle Flees: Glenview Police Blotter
Police also reported a $3,160 retail theft, a commercial burglary and several recent traffic arrests.
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Chicago, IL|News|
2 Illinois Restaurants Make Elite List Of America's Best By New York Times
A 16-person scouting team traveled across the country for the list.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Deerfield Student Named To SNHU Dean's List
Part of Patch's ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2026-27 school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
New Downtown Glenview Mural Celebrates Village's River, Natural Spaces
The 85-foot-wide artwork was created by the Glenview Art League and unveiled this week at Shoppers Row.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Buffalo Grove Police Issue 43 Seat Belt Citations During Labor Day Campaign
Police also handed out 31 citations for other traffic violations during the statewide enforcement effort.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Trump Endorses Darren Bailey In Illinois Governor's Race
The president praised Bailey while criticizing Gov. JB Pritzker as the November rematch takes shape.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Des Plaines, IL|News|
Cocaine Possession, Officer Assault Charges: Des Plaines Police Blotter
Police also reported two vehicle damage cases, a hit-and-run and the theft of aluminum panels from a business.
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Chicago, IL|News|
$1.04B Powerball Winner Comes Forward In Illinois
The anonymous winner chose the lump-sum option after buying a single $2 Quick Pick ticket in Quincy.
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Northbrook|News|
$8.15M Land Purchase Moves South Glenview Flood-Control Project Forward
The project is designed to reduce flooding affecting 130 homes and several roadways along the Central Road corridor.
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Des Plaines, IL|News|
Rizzo Walk Off For Cancer Returns To Des Plaines School
The school's 14th annual Rizzo Walk Off for Cancer will benefit the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
Woman Dies After 8 Hurt In Crash | Dealership Worker Killed | $90K Gift Honors Local Man
Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
$90K Gift To Fund Accessible Buffalo Grove Park Project In Memory Of Local Man
Canavan Research Illinois is making one final major gift to honor Buffalo Grove resident Maxie Randell.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Students Earn Honors At Nebraska, UW-Whitewater
Part of Patch's ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2026-27 school year.
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Des Plaines, IL|News|
Officer Battered, Driver Resists Arrest: Des Plaines Police Blotter
Police also reported a vehicle damaged overnight and an arrest involving alleged battery and an outstanding warrant.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Boy Critically Injured On Electric Scooter | Perfect ACT Score | Dealership Worker Killed: IL Weekend
A Lake Michigan death, a fatal motorcycle crash and an opioid prescription scheme are also among the stories Illinois readers were following
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Business Burglary, Stolen Checks: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter
Police also reported a DUI arrest, a stolen motorized bicycle and criminal damage that caused refrigerated food to spoil.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Des Plaines Motorcyclist, 31, Killed In Mount Prospect Crash
Police said the motorcycle and a Jeep collided Saturday night at Oakton Street and First Avenue.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
Pedestrian Underpass Near Glenbrook South Among Projects Glenview Eyes For State Funding
Village trustees will consider supporting grant applications for two pedestrian and bicycle projects at Tuesday's meeting.
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Glenview, IL|News|
Gelfand Color Run Returns To Glenview Sunday
The family-friendly 1-mile event will raise money for The Debra Gelfand Children's Foundation.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
