‘Wait Until 8th’ movement aims to protect kids by delaying smartphone use
The national campaign encourages parents to delay giving smartphones until after 8th grade, easing social pressure and helping shield children from the negative effects of social media.
Missing 13-year-old boy from Wilmette found safe: police
A 13-year-old boy reported missing from north suburban Wilmette has been found safe in Chicago.
Cook County's flood control system faces climate change challenges
Flooding rains over the past few weeks have focused new attention on Cook County's massive deep tunnel system. In a FOX 32 special report, Dane Placko looks at how the system works and sometimes doesn't work as some question whether it will be able to handle more intense storms caused by climate change.
Chicago suburb named safest, richest U.S. city in new 2025 ranking
A Chicago suburb just ranked No. 1 on the list of America's safest and richest cities.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame in concert playing in Chicago suburb
The Hunchback of Notre Dame is coming to life in a powerful concert happening this weekend in Wilmette with an 18-piece orchestra and a 30-person choir.
Chicago skaters honor DC plane crash victims with tribute performance
Some of the best young figure skaters in the Chicago area gathered Saturday for a tribute to those who died in the January plane crash over Washington, D.C.
Chicago skaters honor DC plane crash victims with tribute performance
Young Chicago-area figure skaters held a tribute Saturday for those killed in the January plane crash over Washington, D.C., including four coaches and 11 skaters.
Illinois skaters to honor victims of DC plane crash with memorial performance
Three weeks after a devastating plane crash killed 28 members of the U.S. figure skating community, skaters in Illinois are coming together to honor their fallen friends and coaches.
Illinois skaters to honor victims of DC plane crash
Three weeks after a devastating plane crash killed 28 members of the U.S. figure skating community, skaters in Illinois are coming together to honor their fallen friends and coaches.
Cybersecurity breach exposes data of thousands in suburban school districts
Wilmette Public Schools District 39 announced Thursday that a cybersecurity breach has compromised data for approximately 16,000 current and former students and 3,000 staff members.
Cook County man convicted for filing false tax returns, attempting to tamper with a witness
A federal jury convicted a 75-year-old attorney from Wilmette this week on charges of tax fraud, attempting to tamper with a witness and violating a court order.
Beloved suburban crossing guard turns 85
Google Maps might have the corner listed at 9th and Lake, but kids refer to it as Alec Corner!
4 Chicago suburbs ranked among the top safest, wealthiest cities in the country: study
Four Chicago suburbs have been ranked among the top 30 safest and wealthiest cities in the nation.
The Highland Park Players brings 'The Prom' to center stage
The Highland Park Players are performing "The Prom" from Thursday through Aug. 25 at the McGrath Family Performing Arts Center in Wilmette.
'Wait Until 8th': Campaign against early smartphone use gains momentum in Chicagoland
A grassroots "collective-action" solution to keep smartphones out of the hands of young children is quickly gaining steam.
3 Chicago suburbs make list of wealthiest suburbs in America
Three Chicago suburbs have made the list of the Top 50 Wealthiest Suburbs in America.
'Please take the fence down': Controversy surrounds Wilmette beach's newest addition
Controversy is brewing in Wilmette over a new fence and fee system implemented at Gillson's South Beach.
Controversy brews in Wilmette over new fees, fence at Gillson's South Beach
Controversy is brewing in Wilmette over a new fence and fee system implemented at Gillson's South Beach.
Controversy brews in Chicago suburb over new fees, fence at beach
Controversy was brewing in Wilmette on Monday over a new fence and fee system implemented at Gillson's South Beach.
Wayfair's Wilmette store opening: From online to in-store shopping and dining
Wayfair is marking a significant shift from digital to brick-and-mortar retail with the opening of a store in Wilmette.