Eric DeGrechie

1 week ago | patch.com | Eric DeGrechie

BUFFALO GROVE, IL — Citing rising costs associated with supplying electricity, the Village of Buffalo Grove recently announced certain residential and commercial accounts are being moved from the Village's Electrical Aggregation Program (with supply from mc2) back to ComEd. Officials said there will be no change to pricing, service reliability, or the program's commitment to green renewable energy. Affected customers were notified by mail last week, and no action is required on their part.

1 week ago | patch.com | Eric DeGrechie

NORTHERN CHICAGO SUBURBS, IL — Hope your week is off to a good start. Let us get you caught up on the latest news from the northern Chicago suburbs from the past few days. Here is a look at articles that have been getting attention from Patch.com readers: The fire started in a field within a McHenry County Conservation District site. Longtime representative for the north suburbs Jan Schakowsky announced she won't seek reelection in the 2026 primary.

1 week ago | patch.com | Eric DeGrechie

DES PLAINES, IL — An Elgin man is accused of two felonies, along with other charges, stemming from an arrest last week in which he reportedly swatted a police officer's arm and spit on a paramedic. Ricardo Santibanez, 27, of the 80 block of Chestnut Court, was charged with two felony counts of aggravated battery to a peace officer, and two misdemeanor counts of resisting a peace officer, one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol.

1 week ago | patch.com | Eric DeGrechie

NORTHBROOK, IL — The following information comes from the Northbrook Police Department and court records as a record of incidents reported to police and those arrested on criminal charges, which represent accusations by the state that are often dropped or reduced. Updated information may be available from the Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court. Everyone arrested is presumed to be innocent unless found guilty in court beyond a reasonable doubt. ARRESTS SUSPENDED/REVOKED DRIVER'S LICENSEJaylon N.

1 week ago | patch.com | Eric DeGrechie

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — We're keeping track of all the major higher education accomplishments of area students. Send your submissions to [email protected]. Arctander Offered Scholarship At Austin Peay State University Austin Peay State University congratulates Claire Arctander, of Arlington Heights, on being offered a scholarship for Fall of the 2025-2026 academic year. Their hard work and commitment to academic excellence has paid off, and APSU is excited to award them a scholarship!