Neighbor offers to buy Wilmette beach access point
As Wilmette officials decide what to do with a publicly owned Lake Michigan beach access point, one neighbor has offered them a "have your cake and eat it, too" option....
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Willow Road work will impact red light revenue
The Willow Road expansion project through Northfield will likely result in a negative impact to the village's bottom line, thanks to a forecasted decrease in red-light traffic tickets. When there...
Winnetka caucus debate heats up
The election for village trustee in Winnetka is already heating up, and an upcoming Town Meeting will be crucial to determining the slate of candidates for the April ballot. With...
Six New Trier students charged after allegedly distributing inappropriate photos via text, email
After a five-week investigation, six New Trier High School students were charged as juveniles after allegedly distributing inappropriate photos via text and email. Winnetka police confirmed today that six male...
Footprints lead to pair charged with Wilmette burglary
Two Chicago men have been charged with a Wilmette burglary after investigators allegedly matched their boots to footprints left at the crime scene, according to police. Mario A. Rivera, 28,...
Evanston teen charged with stealing pizzas from delivery man
An Evanston teen was charged with stealing two pizzas at knifepoint from a delivery man, authorities announced today. Terrell L. Farmby, 18, of the 100 block of Ridge Avenue, was...
Consultant unveils options for Wilmette’s lakefront plan
A new beach, a parking deck with a green roof or a reconstructed jetty for fishermen are among the more ambitious possibilities for the future of Wilmette's lakefront. A master...
Lake County accountant pleads guilty to defrauding clients out of $1.8 million
A Lake County accountant pleaded guilty this week to defrauding clients out of $1.8 million over the span of a six-year scheme, authorities said today. Jeffrey B. Travis, 51, of...
Trustees deny landmark application, hint at repealing ordinance
Winnetka trustees have hinted they might consider repealing the village's landmark ordinance, but the possible financial implications to other homeowners may be much smaller than they think. "It's going to...
Newcomer replaced on Winnetka Caucus slate
An emotional and divided Winnetka Caucus Council took the unusual step during a recent meeting to replace a candidate from the proposed Village Trustee slate. Earlier this month, the Caucus...