The man who showed up at MainStay Suites hotel in Wheeling on Thursday (Nov. 6) didn’t hurt anyone but himself -- and even then, his injury wasn’t life-threatening, according to police. According to ...

As Immigration and Customs Enforcement continues to operate around the Northwest suburbs, Arlington Heights is considering an ordinance or policy that would prohibit staff from allowing federal agents ...

Niles Teen Center Coordinator Michael Trevino’s last day working for the village will be Friday, Nov. 7. He will not be going far, however. Trevino said Monday he took a position as executive pastor ...

Palatine Police Chief William Nord during Monday’s (Nov. 3) village council meeting defended an officer’s actions with assisting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in the arrest of ...

(Ed. Note: Des Plaines Mayor Andrew Goczkowski read this statement at the start of the Monday, Nov. 3 city council meeting.) Before we begin tonight’s meeting, I want to take a moment to talk about ...

Maine South running back Niko Kokosioulis (27) breaks away from Downers Grove South linebacker Nedas Blauzdys (54) during Friday's home playoff victory for the Hawks. (Joe Cukierski/Special to the ...

Regulating the usage of electric bicycles, scooters, and other similar devices has caught the attention of Des Plaines City Council members who seem to be in favor of some local control, but to what ...

(Ed. Note: If you want access to more stories like this subscribe by calling 847-299-5511 or visiting journal-topics.com.) Marty Moylan today (Monday) confirmed that he will step down as state ...

Here’s a look at how the Journal-area varsity football teams ranked for points scored and points allowed this season: An active subscription is required to view this page. If your subscription has ...

The Illinois High School Field Hockey Association (IHSFHA) playoffs are quickly winding down and the Journal-area quickly went from three teams down to one headed into the final four at state. Here’s ...

Here’s a look at how the Journal-area girls volleyball teams performed in the regional quarterfinals Monday, Oct. 27: Class 4A: Leyden d. Lincoln Park, 25-15, 23-25, 25-23: No. 17 Leyden (11-25) upset ...

Outdoor dining on Main Street in Park Ridge gives eaters a chance to remove their mask when out in public. (Tom Wessell/Journal photo) Harp & Fiddle Restaurant, 10 Main St., will host a Chili Cook Off ...