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A Flock camera sits over a Highland Park city parking lot in August 2026. Skokie officials discussed the village's use of Flock Safety cameras at their Sept. 8, 2026 Board meeting, citing concerns among residents surrounding the technology's invasion of privacy, as well as data security practices. (Joe States/Pioneer Press)

Skokie calls for review of Flock cameras following national surge of misuse

By Claire Murphy

September 25, 2026 at 10:14 a.m.

Many residents told the Village Board they did not want to live in a surveillance...

Lemont’s Benjamin Pokorny (1) controls the ball against Oak Forest during a South Suburban Blue game in Oak Forest on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026. (Vincent D. Johnson / Daily Southtown)

After playing in the midfield for a year, Lemont’s Benjamin Pokorny finds ‘his voice’ again at goalkeeper.

By Steve Millar

September 25, 2026 at 10:03 a.m.

Benjamin Pokorny makes three saves as Lemont earns 0-0 tie against Oak Forest in battle...

Wheaton North quarterback Burke Neibch aims to ‘carry on grandpa’s name’ and long family legacy

By Dave Oberhelman

September 25, 2026 at 8:20 a.m.

Burke Neibch didn't need to make a name for himself as Wheaton North's quarterback. His...

Myers Elementary School students hold up pinwheels during Portage's commemorative program for the 25th anniversary of 9/11 on Friday, September 11, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Portage remembers 9/11: ‘Something larger than our disagreements was under attack’

By Doug Ross

September 11, 2026 at 2:26 p.m.

Mayor Austin Bonta and Assistant Police Chief Ted Uzelac urged attendees to remember what Sept....

Lake County Government Center. (Joe Puchek/Post-Tribune)

Applications open as two Lake judges set to retire

By Meredith Colias-Pete

September 17, 2026 at 1:24 p.m.

Judges Natalie Bokota and Sheila Moss will retire effective Dec. 31, Indiana Supreme Court Justice...

Visitors on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, check out a new art exhibition at the Schingoethe Center Museum at Aurora University. (David Sharos/For The Beacon-News)

New exhibition of Illinois art at Aurora museum focuses on struggle, empathy

By David Sharos

September 11, 2026 at 2:04 p.m.

A new exhibit opened Tuesday at the Schingoethe Center Museum at Aurora University that features...

Lake Ridge fire department, protection district clash over budgets

By Maya Wilkins

September 11, 2026 at 1:56 p.m.

During county budget season, the Lake Ridge Volunteer Fire Department wants more money from the...

Porter County Attorney Scott McClure gives his opinion to the Porter County Council on the legality of borrowing from the Cumulative Bridge Fund to cover storm recovery costs during a meeting Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026. (Shelley Jones/for the Post-Tribune)

Officials: Porter County storm cleanup could cost almost $11 million

By Shelley Jones

September 11, 2026 at 1:36 p.m.

Storm cleanup in Porter County could cost between $7 million and $10.75 million, though the...

The Rev. Robin Hood speaks with members of Coalition to Save Safety Net Hospitals on Sept. 11, 2026, at Daley Plaza. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

Judge plans to appoint receiver to take control of West Suburban and Weiss hospitals

By Lisa Schencker

September 11, 2026 at 5:10 p.m.

A Cook County judge plans to place West Suburban and Weiss Memorial hospitals in the...

Worship news: Meals, walking prayer, movie night and more

By Post-Tribune

September 11, 2026 at 1:13 p.m.

Worship news from around the region.

The St. Charles Public Library at 1 S. Sixth Ave. in St. Charles will host the third annual Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 17, at the library. (David Sharos/For The Beacon-News)

Career Fair in St. Charles to feature more than 20 local employers

By Aurora Beacon-News

September 11, 2026 at 12:55 p.m.

The St. Charles Public Library, in partnership with workNet Batavia, will host the third annual...

Food writer and author Laura Kurella, left, joins broadcast personality Tony Panek, cradling “rozky fruit-filled pastries,” as guests on columnist Philip Potempa’s Aug. 20, 2026, OfNotoriety radio broadcast in the WJOB studios in Hammond, Indiana. (Philip Potempa/for the Post-Tribune)

From the Farm: Whiting native Laura Kurella a finalist for World Food Championship

By Philip Potempa

September 11, 2026 at 12:26 p.m.

Food personality and local notable Laura Kurella is now adding “Golden Ticket” to her list...

Geneva's Emma Peterson (15) delivers a kill against West Aurora in the second game of a nonconference match in Geneva on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026. (Dominic Di Palermo / The Beacon-News)

Geneva’s Emma Peterson follows guidance from coach Lauren Kosecki, a former player at NIU and Michigan State

By Paul Johnson

September 11, 2026 at 11:43 a.m.

Dayton-bound junior outside hitter Emma Peterson puts away 16 kills for Geneva in a 25-9,...