The Village of Winnetka's Stormwater Improvements Project received an award for its innovative approach to flood prevention.
A federal judge granted the village's motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a group of lakefront property owners in Winnetka.
After 15 years, Winnetka Village Manager Robert Bahan is retiring.
Dangerous behavior on electric scooters inspired Winnetka lawmakers to enact new safety regulations.
Despite concerns about IMEA's coal-powered plants, the council approved a contract extension with the agency through 2055.
The settlement ensures that park district commissioners cannot privatize the beach but does not stop them from trying to trade other land.
Planned upgrades include new pickleball courts, artificial turf fields and native landscaping, according to Glencoe Park District officials.
Higher utility fees and property taxes will back privatized police patrols and state-mandated fixes to lead service lines.
Local voters overwhelmingly backed new local authority for the village of Glencoe and funding for major park district improvement.
As seven out of 10 voters reject the proposal, village trustees consider alternate approaches to address the reconstruction of Happ Road.
Village officials will gain authority if the home rule referendum is approved. Separately, the park district aims to borrow $14.7 million.
What will New Trier Township residents will be voting on this year?
A proposed roundabout on Happ Road has sparked a debate over road safety, traffic calming and town character in a village of 5,600 people.
From the presidency to home rule referendums, New Trier Township residents face many choices at the polls this year.
After serving for over 40 years, Chief Bill Lustig’s retirement was revealed days after he stepped down, with no reason given for the delay.
The village, now one of only two non-home rule North Shore towns, could see more revenue streams and local control of affairs.
The Glencoe Historical Society renamed the relocated Booth Cottage to Ravine Bluffs Cottage due to the racist legacy of Sherman Booth.
Parents Defending Education dropped its suit after administrators turned over the requested records, but it had to cover its own legal fees.
With key questions about the park district, schools and village government, the Winnetka Caucus Council's annual survey closes Thursday.
Local public libraries can use the funding to enhance technology and expand services, according to the Illinois Secretary of State's Office.
Ted Wynnychenko insists he was never on billionaire Justin Ishbia's land. Now a village prosecutor has offered a deal to drop the charges.
The proposed bond issue would fund beach, playground and facility improvements without a noticeable property tax increase, officials said.
The Winnetka Golf Club is set to reopen from renovations on Aug. 12 after two years of closures.
Vice President Kamala Harris touted the achievements of the Biden administration and Democratic Party at a North Shore fundraising event.
For the first time, the local political party is allowing online voting for its nominating committees for village and school boards.
Benjamin Wiberg will focus on special projects and day-to-day operational needs, village staff announced.
The owners of some of the village's most expensive mansions have signaled they will sue to block the ordinance from taking effect.
Commissioners voted 4-3 to accept the terms of restrictive donation agreement with the billionaire's foundation in exchange for $3 million.
Starting next month, two village departments are merging and another is being spun off.
A dramatic last-minute offer from an anonymous donor has emerged to match a conditional "donation" deal with the billionaire.
Shannon Nazzal brings 18 years of experience working in recreation roles to her new job as the chief executive of Winnetka parks.
Meanwhile, the park district board has yet to learn the conditions of billionaire Justin Ishbia's "no strings attached" offer of $3 million.
Gov. Pritzker, U.S. Rep. Schneider and Comptroller Mendoza spoke at the Jewish United Fund gathering at North Shore Congregation Israel.
Real estate firm Engel & Volkers plans to build a new Winnetka office with three luxury apartments on the upper floors.
Preliminary results showed 58 percent voters approved a plan to borrow $15 million to finance improvements to the village-owned golf course.
Village attorneys recommend amendments about safely storing assault weapons, surrendering guns or ammo and penalties for violations.
The proposed bond issue is estimated to cost taxpayers up to an additional $140 per $10,000 of property taxes for the next two decades.
Public Safety Director Cary Lewandowski and Public Works Director Dave Mau set to retire after decades of service to the Glencoe community.
The Winnetka Plan Commission is scheduled to review a draft version of the Winnetka Futures 2040 comprehensive plan on Wednesday evening.
The project will be recognized at an awards banquet later this month.