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Endeavor Health — formerly NorthShore — embarks on a new approach to primary care for Medicare patients
(Editor’s Note: This story was reported by Mark Miller and originally published in the Evanston Roundtable, a neighboring independent newsroom. It was shared with The Record as part of an ongoing collaborative parntership.) The letter from my doctor’s office set off an alarm bell. No dire health news, thankfully; instead, it was a notice about a new approach to […] The post Endeavor Health — formerly NorthShore — embarks on a new approach to primary care for Medicare patients appeared first on The Record.
Expect more police on the roads in Highland Park as part of new campaign
The Highland Park Police Department’s new campaign will increase roadway presence in an effort to curb under-enforced traffic violations, according to department officials. The change follows an overall decrease in annual traffic stops in the past five years, a trend brought on by a shift in resource allocation during the COVID pandemic. The High Visibility […] The post Expect more police on the roads in Highland Park as part of new campaign appeared first on The Record.
‘Like hard chicken’: Avoca West students chow down on cicadas for charity
How do you celebrate a cicada-infested summer? Eat them for a good cause, of course. Cicadapalooza took off at Avoca West Elementary School on Thursday, June 6, punctuating students’ last week of school. It was a fun day that featured games, races and a special once-in-a-17-year opportunity. The last time the area saw the 17-year […] The post ‘Like hard chicken’: Avoca West students chow down on cicadas for charity appeared first on The Record.
Little Giants football is back in Highland Park — and already topping expectations
After eight years, youth football is coming back to Highland Park. The Park District of Highland Park has revived the Little Giants Feeder Football Program for fourth- through eighth-graders this fall, and the response has surpassed expectations. “We were hopeful to have two teams,” district Athletic Supervisor Troy Hoffmann said, adding that now the plan […] The post Little Giants football is back in Highland Park — and already topping expectations appeared first on The Record.
Police charge second teen in Wilmette armed robbery
A second teenager has been charged in the armed robbery of a Wilmette jogger on May 4. Authorities indicted an 18-year-old man from Skokie on June 6 for his involvement in the crime, charging him with armed robbery and aggravated unlawful restraint. The indictment comes about three weeks after the first arrest related to the […] The post Police charge second teen in Wilmette armed robbery appeared first on The Record.
News Briefs: Fundraising open-water race returns on June 15; Glencoe road closures begin Monday; Police chief founds policing podcast
WOW is returning to Wilmette’s shores on Saturday, June 15. The sixth Wilmette Open Water race is a one-mile swim that supports the fight against ALS and the Ouilmette Foundation, a fundraising organization for Wilmette Park District programming and improvements. The foundation is currently raising funds to renovate the Wallace Bowl, an outdoor entertainment venue […] The post News Briefs: Fundraising open-water race returns on June 15; Glencoe road closures begin Monday; Police chief founds policing podcast appeared first on The Record.
Younger brother charged in slaying of two siblings in Highland Park
Authorities have arrested and charged a man for shooting two of his brothers to death on Tuesday night or early Wednesday in Highland Park, according to a statement from the Lake County Major Crime Task Force. Jeffrey Austwick, 54, of Highland Park, was taken into custody at 5:30 a.m. Friday, June 7, in a St. […] The post Younger brother charged in slaying of two siblings in Highland Park appeared first on The Record.
Three for Fore!: Trio of Canal Shores fences to block errant golf balls get blessing of Wilmette commission
Officials from one of the North Shore’s signature golf courses are teeing up the finishing touches on its extensive renovation project. Zoning commissioners also offered a unanimous recommendation of a request from Canal Shores golf course to construct three fences, which representatives of the course say are necessary for “safe operation” in Wilmette. Matthew Rooney, […] The post Three for Fore!: Trio of Canal Shores fences to block errant golf balls get blessing of Wilmette commission appeared first on The Record.
District 112 looks to longtime administrator to replace retiring superintendent
North Shore School District 112 has tapped deputy superintendent Dr. Monica Schroeder to be the district’s next superintendent of schools. The School Board is set to approve her promotion on June 11, according to a media release from the district. Schroeder, who will begin her new role on July 1, 2026, has served as deputy […] The post District 112 looks to longtime administrator to replace retiring superintendent appeared first on The Record.
From Trevians to Olympians: Two New Trier alumni will be rowing for Team USA in the 2024 Olympics
Eight years ago, Grace Joyce and Peter Chatain rowed in the North Shore Canal for New Trier Rowing. In July, they will row in Lac de Vaires-sur-Marne for Team USA. The New Trier alumni secured their Olympic spots during the 2024 World Rowing Final Olympic & Paralympic Qualification Regatta in Lucerne, Switzerland, on May 21. […] The post From Trevians to Olympians: Two New Trier alumni will be rowing for Team USA in the 2024 Olympics appeared first on The Record.
Ghost kitchen inside Valley Lodge to appear with its own space
A longtime favorite dining destination in downtown Wilmette will likely soon be adding what it hopes will be its signature side dish. Wilmette’s Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously recommended approval during its Wednesday, June 5 meeting of a request from Valley Lodge Tavern to operate a carry-out/delivery restaurant from within its existing space. Bill Stavrou, […] The post Ghost kitchen inside Valley Lodge to appear with its own space appeared first on The Record.
Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Aidan Nolan, New Trier baseball
Aidan Nolan was a senior center fielder for the Trevians and also a winger for New Trier Green hockey. Nolan was named to the Central Suburban South’s All-Conference baseball team. 1. Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions? Usually I get a good meal after school and go to the field early and get […] The post Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Aidan Nolan, New Trier baseball appeared first on The Record.
Double homicide suspected after bodies found at scene of Highland Park house fire
Multiple gunshot wounds killed both men found at the scene of a house fire in Highland Park Wednesday morning, according to the Lake County Coroner’s Office The coroner identified the deceased as Marc Austwick 63, of Lake Forest, and John Austwick, 60, of Mundelein, who are brothers according to the obituary of their mother, Phyllis […] The post Double homicide suspected after bodies found at scene of Highland Park house fire appeared first on The Record.
State meet at New Trier is as uplifting as they come
Brianna Wylie and Dylan Jeppe have competed in a number of spaces, from soccer matches to track meets to Friday night football. And they agree: Nothing is quite like powerlifting. “I think it’s unlike any sporting event you’re going to see,” said Jeppe, a recent New Trier High School graduate. “It’s a different environment. Even […] The post State meet at New Trier is as uplifting as they come appeared first on The Record.
Northfield police chief takes leave, officials say
The Northfield Police Department is under the direction of an acting chief with longtime Chief Bill Lustig reportedly on leave for an indefinite length of time. Northfield Village Manager Patrick Brennan confirmed that Lustig recently took a voluntary leave of absence but declined to comment further. Deputy Chief Michael Hutensky is acting chief of police […] The post Northfield police chief takes leave, officials say appeared first on The Record.
Metra, Pace to offer free rides this weekend
(Editor’s Note: This story was reported by Igor Studenkov and originally published in the Evanston Roundtable, a neighboring independent newsroom. It was shared with The Record as part of an ongoing collaborative effort.) Metra and Pace are celebrating their 40th anniversaries this month by, among other things, offering free rides this weekend. For North Shore residents, this means […] The post Metra, Pace to offer free rides this weekend appeared first on The Record.
Ravinia Festival’s plans to upgrade its pavilion will go in front of City officials
As Ravinia Festival prepares for the start of its annual season, officials from the popular North Shore music venue are getting ready for a different debut. Representatives from the Highland Park institution recently told City of Highland Park officials that Ravinia will be “pursuing innovation of its pavilion.” City Councilmember Anthony Blumberg presented a recap […] The post Ravinia Festival’s plans to upgrade its pavilion will go in front of City officials appeared first on The Record.
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