A Chicago man was allegedly using his cellular phone when he slammed into a broken-down Smart car in the middle of Lake Cook ...

Three hearing officers appointed to the Northfield Township Electoral Board verbally dismissed complaints Tuesday (Jan. 14) challenging the validity of the Northfield Township Democratic Caucus and ...

Sled dogs are some of the most enthusiastic winter athletes. Antique hunters know that the next great “old thing” may be right around the corner, and “let’s do something new for fun” fans agree! They ...

Elk Grove Village trustees Tuesday (Jan. 13) approved purchasing properties in two areas of town -- including part of a shopping center at Meacham and Biesterfield roads for possible development into ...

It’s hard to look outside at the snow and freezing conditions and think about it now, but softball season isn’t too far away. The Des Plaines Jr. Warriors Softball program is offering girls in Des ...

Embassy Cigar Lounge owners Louis Morgan and Corey Singleton presented their concept to the Park Ridge City Council on Monday (Jan. 6). They said that the Embassy would have a public lounge area on ...

By RANDY MINK Special to the Journal & Topics This quiet spot in Ash Fork, the final paved section of Route 66 before it ...

Leyden Community High School Dist. 212 Board of Education will discuss the school grading scheme adopted at the start of the 2024-2025 school year at its upcoming Thursday (Jan. 16) board meeting.

Here’s a look at the recent boys basketball action in the Journal-area: Saturday, Jan. 11 Wheaton-Warrenville South 48, Palatine 42: Tony Balanganayi (17 points) and Abram Williams (8 pts.) led the ...

The NVision Gallery in Niles’ Family Fitness Center hosted an opening reception for the January installation of artist Barbara Curtis’ “Swimming For Serenity” show, which runs through March.

Niles Finance Committee members recommended village trustees increase and restructure water rates to help fund replacing 4,100 lead water service lines as part of a federal mandate that could cost ...

Food pantry officials take part in a groundbreaking at the new food pantry site. (Photo submitted) Fresh off Glenview’s $100,000 donation to help fund expansion of the Northfield Township Food Pantry, ...