High School Highlights: Raiders and Ramblers win hoops regionals; NT Green tops LA Gold in playoff hockey

A summary of preps sports competition from area schools over the past week. Send scores and highlights to joe@therecordns….

Leading 9th candidates trade barbs over campaign funding during forum

(Editor’s Note: Alex Harrison reported this story for Evanston RoundTable, a neighboring independent newsroom. It was shared with The…

New Trier gives Maine South its best shot, but it’s too little too late in regional title bout

The final score rarely tells the whole story. And the 67-54 result of the IHSA Class 4A New Trier Regional…

From garlic to bloody marys and plenty in between, unique celebrations are Highwood’s thing

Highwood might be small, but their creativity isn’t. Whether it be margaritas, garlic or even an inferno, Highwood can…

Athlete of the Week: 10 questions with Max Vogel, New Trier basketball

Max Vogel is a senior guard, a co-captain and two-year starter for the Trevians. He is the team leader in…

Trustees concerned over One Winnetka’s lack of retail, parking

A national fitness brand’s hopes to set up shop in downtown Winnetka didn’t get any stronger Tuesday night,…

The Barn’s doors are open in Highland Park

A new Highland Park restaurant is bringing diners back to the mid-20th century, using its name, atmosphere and speakeasy (…

Several hotel groups express interest in abandoned Skokie project, as discussions continue

Seven different developers have contacted the Village of Skokie about the unfinished hotel looming over downtown and are now “kicking…

Crosby, Halperin finish strong, but Giants’ upset bid falls short in season ender

A fourth-quarter substitution was a significant moment for Highland Park girls basketball. Senior Reese Crosby, the Giants leading scorer and…

Poised Regina downs Willows to keep season alive

Trust and anticipation were key as an experienced Regina Dominican squad stayed composed in a 39-28 IHSA Class 2A regional…