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Updated: 26 min 42 sec ago

Candy in a Gas Tank for a Sweetheart

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 1:31pm
A look at weird crime news in the northern Chicago suburbs.

WTF, Illinois? We Curse Like Sailors

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 1:12pm
Marchex Institute says Illinois residents are among the worst offenders in the country when it comes to swear words, though we are pretty courteous with 'please' and 'thank you.'

Walmart Removes 24 Hour Operation From Zoning Application, $575 Worth of Alcohol Stolen

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 12:10pm
Here's a look at the top news in Northbrook this week, including ex-Northbrook police officer pleading guilty to one count of official misconduct, Lake Cook road configuration changes, income levels at Metra stops and affordable housing.

Man Paralyzed in Prime of Life Never Stops Following His Passion

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 12:02pm
A Chicago-area man didn't let becoming paralyzed at the age of 21 stop him from coaching football and running for public office. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.

Saturday's Powerball Climbs to $550 Million

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:02am
No one won Wednesday's Powerball. The next drawing is Saturday.

Free Iced Beverage at Starbucks

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 9:44am
Grab a free drink at Starbucks through May 19.

Evanston Takes Sectional Track Crown

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 7:40am
Glenbrook South, New Trier, Deerfield, Highland Park, Niles West, Maine West, Maine South, Notre Dame, Niles North and Loyola athletes will join Wildkits at State Meet.

Tough Week? Here's Some Inspiration to Get You to the Weekend

Fri, 05/17/2013 - 2:35am
It's been a long week. You need a pick-me-up.

Glenbrook Students Receiving $800K Worth of Laptops

Thu, 05/16/2013 - 8:34pm
Freshmen and sophomores at the Glenbrook high schools will receive ChromeBook laptops for the next academic year.

Authentic 'Stella & Lou' Makes Case for Second Chances

Thu, 05/16/2013 - 8:21pm
Northlight's comedy-drama takes us on a masterfully acted, well written tale of two people who have experienced loss but are finding the courage to open their hearts again. It features Rhea Perlman and Francis Guinan.

Abt Hosts American Debut of World's Largest Smart TV

Thu, 05/16/2013 - 7:17pm
Abt revealed the Samsung 85” Ultra HD TV on Wednesday. Only 250 units currently exist worldwide.

Northbrook's Walter Sugar Funeral Monday

Thu, 05/16/2013 - 6:30pm
Services will be held Monday, May 20, at noon in Buffalo Grove.

Ex-Northbrook Officer Pleads Guilty, Sentenced to 2 Year Probation

Thu, 05/16/2013 - 12:10pm
Enrique Guzman agreed to plead guilty to one count of official misconduct, in exchange for his guilty plea prosecutors dropped the theft charges, Chicago Tribune reported.

Resident Blasts Northbrook Board For Lack of Gun Action

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 7:29pm
During Tuesday's village board meeting, Northbrook's Lee Goodman accused the village president and trustees of doing "nothing to make us safer from gun violence."

When You Need to Paint the House (Sponsored)

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 2:38pm
Everything you need to know about painting your house: stripping, powerwashing, fixing damaged wood and choosing paint colors. Sponsored by Home Depot.

Introducing Small Business Patch

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 2:35pm
The newly launched site offers tips, info and digital know-how for small business owners.

What’s the Going Rate For a Lawn Service in Northbrook?

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 2:15pm
As part of our new Smart Spending series, Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for various goods and services in town, so you'll know exactly how much you should pay for what you need. Help us out by replying in the comments.

Should DUI Alcohol Limit Be Lowered To 0.05 Percent?

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 10:47am
The National Transportation Safety Board recommends reducing the limit. Some say it would save lives. Others say it's unreasonable.

What Are the 8 Best-Paying Summer Jobs?

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 10:01am
Many economic indicators point to an improved job market for high school and college students looking for work this summer.

Police Target Construction Zone Cell Phone Use

Wed, 05/15/2013 - 8:07am
Deerfield Police are making an extra effort to reduce cell phone use in Lake Cook Road construction area.