Palatine, IL|News|
Teen Charged In Gang-Related Shooting Death Near Palatine
Police say Andre Naydenov, 16, was the driver in the car used in the gang-related shooting death of Jose L. Castaneda, Jr., near Palatine.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
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- Tinley Park, IL
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Oak Forest, IL|News|
Drivers Ed Closed In Dist. 228: Wait List Available
Sign-ups for the ever-popular summer drivers ed course is closed but a waitlist is available for those who want to chance a slot opening up.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Passero Featured On WTTW's 'Check Please" Friday
Get an insider's look at Arlington's Passero on WTTW's popular 'Check Please' this weekend.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Car Stickers, Utility Taxes: Changes Could Be Coming Next Year
Tinley officials will consider changing car registrations or adding other taxes as they look for more revenue sources this summer.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Police Ask Public For Help In I-57 Shootings
Police are asking for the public's help with shootings along I-57 this week that left a postal worker dead and three others wounded.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
62-Room Boutique Hotel Coming To Arlington
The 62-room boutique hotel on Algonquin Road will feature a rooftop bar and high-end amenities such as Alexa-controlled lighting systems.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Mac's On Slade Closed Over Liquor License Dispute
The bar's owners have not yet filed proper paperwork that could lift the village's liquor license suspension.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Mental Health Center Project May Stall With New Legislative Move
Sen. Hastings is urging the state to fund environmental surveys— a boon for Tinley— but the request leaves the development process unclear.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Tinley Park|News|
Rock Island Express Train Now In Effect
In a rush? Don't forget Metra's new express train at 80th Avenue is now running.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Ice Storm Closings And Delays In Arlington, Palatine
Tonight's ice storm could make travel dicey, and area schools and organizations are prepping by announcing closures and late morning starts.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Car Burglaries On The Rise In Frankfort
Car burglaries and car thefts are increasing in Frankfort, and police are asking residents to remember to lock their cars.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Police Department Citizens Academy Applications Open In Arlington
Arlington Heights Police Department Citizens Academy applications are open for those who want to get a feel for police life.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Hickory Creek MS Cheerleaders Win State Title
It marks the fourth year Hickory Creek's cheer team has swept the title.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Let It Snow: Plenty Of Road Salt In Frankfort
Unless Mother Nature has other plans, Frankfort has plenty of salt to keep roads clear this winter, officials said.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest Varsity Cheerleaders Wrap Up Stellar Year
The Oak Forest Varsity Cheerleaders wrapped up the end of the competitive season on a high note.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Sketch Of Suspect Who Tried To Lure Girl Into Car Released
The suspect is described as white, 20 to 30 years old, with dark brown hair, mustache and beard, and was driving a tan/yellow Kia Soul.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Body Found In Parking Lot ID'd As Arlington Heights Man
Jeremiah O'Driscoll, 58, was found unresponsive in a parking lot on East Rand Road at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
LW Central's Aaron Raatjes Named Golden Apple Finalist
Aaron Raatjes, a German teacher at Lincoln-Way Central High School, has been named a finalist for the prestigious Golden Apple award.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Gun Shot Victim In Palatine Identified
Jose L. Castaneda Jr., 20, was shot to death Friday afternoon near his home in unincorporated Palatine.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|News|
Man Dead After Shooting Off Silver Lane Near Palatine: Update
Cook County sheriffs are investigating the shooting death of a 20-year-old man off Silver Lane near Palatine.
Erika Hobbs, Patch Staff
