Staffing shortage threatens expansion and future of weapons detectors at HPHS, DHS, according to administrators

Entryway weapons detectors may not last the school year at Highland Park and Deerfield high schools, according to school district…

In Tribute: Loved ones remember Pat Craddock — a lifelong sportsman and devoted family man

Pat Craddock made an impact — in his home, in his community, in courtrooms, on softball diamonds and on basketball courts —…

The season is bright thanks to tree lightings and festive celebrations in North Shore

Ready, set, glow. The countdown to tree lightings is over as Kenilworth and Wilmette’s ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 2, capped…

New Brew: Tala Coffee ready to give Winnetka a pick-me-up

In the first few days for Tala Coffee’s Winnetka location, customers expressed gratitude for the shop’s arrival in…

Police Reports: Car chase and crash; skimming device found; and packages stolen

These reports were pulled from the latest police summaries provided by departments in our coverage area (Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park,…

A referendum for Kenilworth beach project? It may be up to the Village Board in December

With four possible water plant and beach design and upgrade options — and their potential costs — now in hand, Kenilworth Village…

Highland Park ’24 budget includes operating surplus, $34 million in capital spending

The Highland Park councilmembers green lighted the City’s 2024 budget without much discussion during a regular council meeting on Nov. 27….

Park commissioners, residents blast preliminary donation offer from Ishbia Foundation

A proposed $3-million donation from Winnetka property owner Justin Ishbia could be headed for troubled waters after a review of…

Alleged driver in hit-and-run that killed local School Board member is arrested

Local authorities have arrested and charged the alleged offender in a June hit-and-run that killed a cyclist in Highland Park….

High School Highlights: Trevs hoops wins Thanksgiving tourney; NT girls edge GBN; NT gymnasts open season with dual-meet win

A summary of preps sports competition from area schools over the past week. Send scores and highlights to joe@therecordns….