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Norridge voters will decide April 6 whether to fund pool renovation

March 24, 2021 at 3:25 p.m.

Norridge residents who vote in the April 6 election will face a ballot referendum on replacing the Norridge Park District's aging swimming pool. Early voting started March 22 and continues...

Candidates for Wilmette village president talk development, infrastructure and more during forum

March 16, 2021 at 4:37 p.m.

As the April 6 municipal election approaches, the two candidates vying to become Wilmette's village board president discussed everything from affordable housing to sustainability during a virtual forum hosted by...

Police investigate the scene of a shooting in the 1800 block of Hovland Court in Evanston where three men were shot, two fatally, on March 12, 2021.

Two men slain in Evanston identified, died of multiple gunshot wounds, officials say

March 13, 2021 at 2:53 p.m.

The names of men from Glenview and Des Plaines have been released Saturday after they were shot dead Friday morning during an attack in Evanston that wounded a third man....

Sketchbook Brewing Co. in Skokie is located at 4901 Main Street.

Skokie grants $150,000 in TIF funds to Sketchbook Brewing Co.

March 9, 2021 at 4:17 p.m.

Opening a new taproom and brewery in Skokie amid a pandemic, along with a few unforeseen construction cost overruns, gave Sketchbook Brewery owner Shawn Decker a few headaches. But Decker...

Giving singers a chance to perform, Skokie Idol goes virtual this year

March 2, 2021 at 3:44 p.m.

When the COVID-19 pandemic led to the temporary closure of theaters and movie houses around the world, Chicago singer Madalyn Griseto not only lost a piece of her income, she...

Skokie officials provide updates on environmental sustainability efforts

February 26, 2021 at 4:02 p.m.

Skokie officials are examining the town's Environmental Sustainability Plan as the village is meeting some of its goals and finding success in new recycling programs. Adding to the challenge of...

After a year spent adapting, Kaleidoscope Dance named Skokie Business of the Year

February 23, 2021 at 11:41 a.m.

When the COVID-19 pandemic put pressure on local businesses, many people, including Heather Jackson, were uncertain about what the future held. But with the help of online technology and perseverance,...

Patty Jane Pelton, active member of Wilmette faith community, dies at 81: ‘She was a trailblazer for women in ministry’

February 17, 2021 at 4:40 p.m.

Patty Jane Pelton, a past Wilmette "Citizen of the Year" and religious leader who founded a youth ministry organization at St. Francis Xavier Parish, died Jan. 22. Pelton died of...

Skokie anticipates federal grants for village projects, local organizations

February 16, 2021 at 12:36 p.m.

As municipalities across the country continue to feel the impact of COVID-19 on the their bottom lines, Skokie is hoping to receive federal funding to help bridge the gap. Village...

Skokie Village Board approves $50 million hotel and conference center as part of downtown revitalization plan

January 26, 2021 at 11:25 a.m.

As part of a continuing development spree in the downtown corridor, Skokie trustees last week signed off on a $50 million hotel and conference center slated to be built this...

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