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Andre L. Riley, of the 900 block of Hinman Avenue, Evanston, was charged with multiple felonies after police conducted an investigation following reports Riley was allegedly selling crack cocaine in the 900 block of Maple Avenue. (Evanston Police Department)

Evanston man charged after police seize narcotics following investigation

September 8, 2026 at 12:01 p.m.

Police conducted an investigation of Riley in August, following reports he was allegedly selling cocaine in the 900 block of Maple Ave.

At 8825 East Prairie Road in Skokie, a new kosher fridge offers visitors in need free food 24 hours a day. The initiative was started by the bridge-building Orthodox social action group Solu to honor the legacy of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was kidnapped by Hamas during the Oct. 7 attacks in Israel, Sept. 4, 2026. (Claire Murphy/Pioneer Press)

Skokie honors Hamas hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin with first-ever kosher fridge

September 4, 2026 at 4:18 p.m.

In a community that refuses to let his memory fade, 23-year-old Hersh Goldberg-Polin, the Israeli-American citizen with Chicago ties held hostage for nearly 11 months before he was later killed...

Westfield Old Orchard, formerly Old Orchard Shopping Center, is celebrating 70 years as the North Shore's premier retail shopping destination. Amid a nationwide decline in malls, Old Orchard continues to expand its retail and restaurant offerings. Pictured Aug. 19, 2026. (Claire Murphy/Pioneer Press)

Westfield Old Orchard in Skokie celebrates 70 years as North Shore landmark

September 4, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

It was the morning of Monday, October 22, 1956, when the doors of a new Marshall Field & Company, the crown jewel among Chicago’s retail royalty, opened for the first...

Construction workers and machinery fill the lakefront property of Justin Ishbia along Sheridan Road in Winnetka on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Since construction started earlier this summer, nearly all of the trees have been clearcut and the bluff has been taken down. The property was once three separate homes. It is now 3.7 acres. (Stacey Wescott/baiduhai)

Federal judge dismisses refiled Winnetka homeowner lawsuit over lake bluffs

September 3, 2026 at 3:29 p.m.

Federal claims filed by a group of 25 Winnetka homeowners over regulations restricting what can be constructed along the shoreline were dismissed Tuesday, likely ending a years-long tussle between the...

The Joseph E. Hill Early Childhood Center, one of Evanston-Skokie District 65's schools, pictured in February 2026. (Claire Murphy/Pioneer Press)

Evanston-Skokie District 65 anticipates $5 million deficit for 2027 fiscal year

September 2, 2026 at 4:36 p.m.

The tentative budget deficit includes a $3.625 million payment for remaining construction costs at the newly-opened Foster School in Evanston’s 5th Ward.

Skokie police vehicle pictured outside Niles North High School in Skokie, Feb. 21, 2018.

As Niles North teacher faces federal charges, pact clarifies schools’ communication with Skokie police

September 3, 2026 at 11:36 a.m.

Niles Township High School District 219 school resource officers tasked with more reporting of suspected student, staff crimes.

Booths are prepared as voters cast their ballots Tuesday, April 1, 2025, in the suburban Cook County Consolidated Election at Marya Yates Elementary School in Matteson. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Who wants to be a millionaire? In Cook County, voter tax question could cost you

September 1, 2026 at 10:23 a.m.

A millionaire tax may have a substantial impact on North Shore residents, where incomes are among some of the highest in the U.S.

Due to higher water levels and erosion, the Evanston Dog Beach was closed for several years. It reopened for public use in early 2023. (Brian O'Mahoney/for Pioneer Press)

Evanston’s plans to make dog beach accessible hounded by rising costs for ramp

August 29, 2026 at 9:01 a.m.

A ramp to Evanston’s only dog beach has been a long road to nowhere. For the thirteenth time, the city’s plan to make the heavily-frequented lakefront spot accessible to people...

An Evanston police vehicle. (Brian L. Cox/for Pioneer Press)

Body recovered from Lake Michigan near Evanston’s Lee Street Beach

August 28, 2026 at 5:45 p.m.

Police say the body of the adult white male discovered in the lake has no signs of trauma and there's no threat to the public.

Evanston resident Vanessa Antonino and her four children were reunited with Antonino's chihuahua, Flor, who went missing nearly 12 years ago. The dog was found in Gary, Indiana and brought to the Evanston Animal Shelter Wednesday, Aug. 26. (Evanston Animal Shelter)

Lucky dog: After 12 years, Evanston woman reunites with pet found in Gary after severe storms

August 28, 2026 at 4:03 p.m.

The chihuahua was found in Gary, Indiana, after storms swept through the area and reunited with her Evanston owner after 12 years.

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