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The following items were taken from Winnetka community reports and releases. An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt.

THEFT

Two street signs were reported stolen Jan. 29 from the intersection of Sheridan Road and Oak Street, police said. The signs had a total value of $360.

DECEPTIVE PRACTICES

An individual reported Jan. 23 that a previously mailed check was altered, police said. The financial loss exceeded $5,000.

An individual reported Jan. 24 that a previously mailed check was altered, police said. The financial loss was $3,700.36.

An individual reported Jan. 26 that an e-gift card was sent to another person under false circumstances, police said. The financial loss was $200.

Daniel I. Dorfman is a freelance reporter with Pioneer Press.