These Were The Most-Read Winnetka-Glencoe Patch News Stories Of 2022

WINNETKA, IL — As 2022 comes to an end, we're looking back at some of the Winnetka-Glencoe Patch stories that captured the attention of readers over the course of the year.

Here are some of the most widely read news stories of 2022 from Winnetka-Glencoe Patch, in chronological order:

Mask Mandates Lifted At Winnetka, Glencoe Elementary Schools
Due to a judge's ruling Friday, masks are now optional for students and staff at Glencoe School District 35 and Winnetka School District 36.

Ex-Banker Gets Prison For Scheme To Bribe Way Into Trump Admin
Former Federal Savings Bank CEO Stephen Calk was found guilty of conspiring to bribe Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort with bad loans.
More: North Shore Banker Convicted Of Bribery Looks To Unload Mansion

'Appalling' Hazing Lands New Trier Boys Lacrosse On 2-Year Probation
In April, administrators threatened to cancel the rest of the season "if other serious behaviors occur or are uncovered."
More: New Trier Lacrosse Hazing Probe Prompts Removal Of Longtime Coach

New Trier High School Ranked 10th In Illinois, 285th In Nation
U.S. News and World Report ranked New Trier the fourth-best public high school in the state, excluding selective enrollment schools.

Judge Denies Convicted Killer David Biro's Motion For New Hearing
Judge Mary Margaret Brosnahan ruled Biro's constitutional rights were not violated when he was sentenced for killing a Winnetka couple.

New Trier Grad Kelly Tess Promoted To District 36 Superintendent
The Winnetka School District 36 in May selected the former Skokie School principal to take over after Superintendent Trisha Kocanda's resignation.

Centennial, Elder Beach Properties Issue Goes To Winnetka Residents
In August, residents could view design options of the properties as the Park District attempts to close a land swap deal with billionaire Justin Ishbia.

Winnetka Man Admits Murdering Brother-In-Law, Tries To Withdraw Plea
John Gately, who was sentenced to 23 years in prison for the murder of Stephen Shapiro, says he pleaded guilty by mistake due to a migraine.

Hate Crime Charge Dropped As Northfield Woman Pleads Guilty To Battery
Irene Donoshaytis got a year probation in October for what prosecutors had described as a racially motivated battery on a Black cyclist from Skokie.

New Trier Security Staff Member Nominated For National RISE Award
NTHS Security Staff Member Johnyell "Johnny" Owens "goes above and beyond every day," district officials said.