Niles trustees are considering quadrupling the amount of money that’s budgeted for use on projects in the Milwaukee Dempster Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district — an area that includes Golf Mill Shopping Center.
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Village Considers Massive TIF Budget Hike To Fuel Golf Mill Redevelopment
Mayor To Pull Reference To Whole Increase Going To Shopping Center Project
Park Ridge Area Outdoor Pools, Splash Pads Open This Weekend
Most area outdoor pools and splash pads are scheduled to open for the summer season on Memorial Day weekend. The Park Ridge Park District’s Centennial Aquatic Center, Prospect Park Splash Pad and South Park Wading Pool will open this Sunday (May 24) — one day later than originally planned due to low temperatures forecast for May 23. Hinkley Park’s pool will open the following Saturday, June 6, the park district announced.
Park Ridge Police Asks Public For Help In Probe Where Local Resident Injured
The Park Ridge Police Department is investigating a battery incident that occurred on the evening of Monday, May 18 in which a local resident suffered serious injuries.
Niles, VFW To Host Memorial Day Observance At Waterfall
The village of Niles and Niles VFW Post 3579 will host a Memorial Day observance at the Niles Veterans Memorial Waterfall, Touhy and Milwaukee avenues, at 11 a.m. Monday, May 25.
Niles Chamber, VFW Post 3579 Host First Volunteer Day This Week
The Niles Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with Niles VFW Post 3579 to host its first volunteer day at the VFW hall, 7255 N. Caldwell Ave., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 21.
ONCC Recognizes ‘Quiet’ Airlines With Awards
The O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission recognized three airlines that use O’Hare Airport for being good neighbors at its annual Fly Quiet Recognition Awards. Created in 1996, the ONCC is an intergovernmental agency established to address airplane noise issues in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. It currently has representatives from several Chicago Northwest side wards, and Northwest suburbs that include Journal-area’s Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Glenview, Niles, Palatine and Park Ridge.
Convicted Former Chicago Alderman Donated $1,000 To Niles Mayor’s Campaign Fund Last Year
Prominent Photo Of Burke Hung On Kappy’s Wall Before 2012 RemodelingState campaign records show the political action committee of convicted former Chicago Ald. Edward M. Burke made a $1,000 contribution to Niles Mayor George D. Alpogianis’ campaign fund in October 2025.
Norwegians Celebrate Syttende Mai Constitution Day In Park Ridge
FREEPark Ridge showcased its Norwegian heritage Sunday by hosting a parade to celebrate Syttende Mai, or the 17th of May. The holiday is Norway’s Constitution Day, which commemorates the two longest constitutional democracies: Norway and the United States.
Missing Glenview Man Found Dead In Pond
Sheriff’s Police: ‘No Indication Of Foul Play’, But Cause Still PendingAn 88-year-old Glenview man who had been missing for more than a week was identified as the individual found dead in a pond in unincorporated Maine Township near Des Plaines, authorities said.
Maine South Student Newspaper, Southwords, Rakes In Numerous Awards
Southwords staff members enjoy a pizza party to celebrate their success Maine South High School’s award-winning, student-run newspaper, Southwords, has won multiple awards this year from numerous school press associations around the country. In the fall, the Kettle Moraine Press Association (KEMPA) awarded Southwords the honor rating of “All-KEMPA” for its 2025 KEMPA Critique entry. This is the highest honor […]
Plecker Hired To Replace Retiring Spector Bishop As Dist. 63 Communications Director
East Maine School Dist. 63 Board of Education members hired Jacob Plecker at an annual salary of $95,000 to take over as the district’s new director of communications and community relations at their Thursday, May 7 board meeting.
Trustees Award 2 Contracts To Move Teen Center To Building At Village Plaza
Niles Secures $1.2M In Grants To Pay For Move; Still No Update On Delayed Golf Mill DemolitionNiles village trustees have awarded two contracts to begin relocating the Niles Teen Center to the village-owned Human Services Building, fueled by $1.2 million in newly secured grant funding.
Volunteers Clean Chicago River Sites, Including Glenview And Niles
Volunteers fanned out across more than 80 sites along the Chicago and Calumet river systems Saturday (May 9) for the annual Chicago River Day, spanning from Park City to Calumet City.
RTA To Vote On How To Spend New Transit Funding
Transit Oversight Agency Collected Feedback Until May 8As Chicago-area transit agencies prepare to receive new funding later this year, the Regional Transportation Authority is preparing to vote on how the funding will be spent.
More Than 30 Area Police Departments To Participate In ‘Cop On A Rooftop’
Police across Illinois will take up tactical positions on rooftops, in lobbies, and at drive-thrus Friday to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois.
Bill Regulating Residential Leases Expected To Be Made Law
Legislation Proposes Eliminating 11 ‘Junk Fees’ For Renters, Placing Fees On First Page Of Leases; Trailer Bill Changes Enactment DateLegislation aimed at eliminating “junk fees” and increasing transparency in residential leases is expected to become law following its passage in the Illinois General Assembly early last month.
Proposed State BUILD Initiative Aims To Address Housing Shortage
Mayors Concerned With Potential Loss Of Local Zoning Control, Some Supportive Of GoalsA 12-bill legislative package known as the Building Up Illinois Developments (BUILD) Initiative is sparking a debate over local versus state authority as lawmakers seek to address a statewide housing shortage.
ATF Joins Fire Investigation; 4 Aerial Trucks Attacked Apartment Blaze
Investigators from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) have been contacted to assist in the investigation of the apartment fire that occurred early Wednesday near downtown Des Plaines.
Advocate Lutheran Gets Approval To Expand Parking
Park Ridge City Council voted unanimously on Monday (May 4) to approve the zoning variances and Special Use permit that will allow Advocate Lutheran Hospital to expand its west parking garage, adding 256 parking spaces.
Niles Honors ‘Best And Brightest’ At Night Of Roses Banquet
The Niles Chamber of Commerce and Industry celebrated the community’s “best and brightest” Friday, May 1, hosting the annual Night of Roses Civic Awards Gala at the Chateau Ritz.
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