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An Illinois school district is under scrutiny as its superintendent, Kevin J. Nohelty, receives a significant salary increase despite low student performance metrics.

643 students enrolled at Union Ridge School District 86 in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at Union Ridge School District 86 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local Government Meeting today in North Cook County

North Cook County City Council Meeting starting at 3 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Raja Krishnamoorthi calls for Secretary Hegseth's resignation over security issues

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has made public statements criticizing Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over allegations of mishandling classified information.

Fairview School District 72 welcomes 685 students in 2023-24 school year

By North Cook News | Mar 26, 2025

Enrollment at Fairview School District 72 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Krishnamoorthi criticizes Trump officials and agency cuts; calls for defense investigation

By North Cook News | Mar 26, 2025

U.S. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi communicated his criticism towards administration practices and federal agency cuts through tweets on March 26, 2025.

Niles Township Republican Organization committeeman: 'Take back Illinois one race at a time'

Mark Albers, a committeeman of the Niles Township Republican Organization, said that Democrats are significantly influencing Illinois elections with financial resources and manipulating nonpartisan races.

2023-24 school year sees 874 students enrolled at Morton Grove School District 70

Enrollment at Morton Grove School District 70 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local Government Meetings today in North Cook County

North Cook County Local Government Meetings today.

Krishnamoorthi calls for investigations into Trump's administration over security lapses

In recent tweets dated March 24-25, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi called for investigations into potential security breaches under the Trump Administration while also defending funding for SNAP against proposed cuts.

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Which former North Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 28?

These former North Cook News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, March 28.

Northbrook residents paid 47th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during December 2024

Northbrook residents paid $1.7 million in sales taxes, the 47th highest total paid per municipality in December 2024.

919 students enrolled at Ridgewood Community High School District 234 in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at Ridgewood Community High School District 234 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Local Government Meeting today in North Cook County

North Cook County City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in North Cook County: March 23-29

The following events are scheduled to take place in North Cook County this week.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Office of the State Appellate Defender Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Office of the State Appellate Defender Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

** FOIA Request Sent to Illinois Student Assistance Commission Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025

** FOIA Request to Illinois Student Assistance Commission Regarding State Agency Contracts with Vendors on March 24, 2025.

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On Sunday, March 23, former John Hersey High School Annika Manthy collegiate team lost in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

The Richmond Spiders lost 84-67.

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On Sunday, March 23 former Maine West High School Angela Dugalić competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship