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Residential Burglary Attempt On East Camelot Court, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 7:00 PM Friday to a residential burglary attempt in the 1300 block of East Camelot Court. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders forced open a back kitchen window setting, which set off the audible alarm. The crime is reported to have occurred on Friday, December 28, 2012 at about 6:30 p.m. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Residential+Burglary+Attempt+On+East+Camelot+Court,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, North, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Person Cut By Bottle During Theft In Progress At Garden Liquors On Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights

Rolling Meadows police responded about 12:04 PM Monday theft in progress with a personal injury at Garden Liquors, 2202 East Algonquin Road. Police responded to a report of a theft in progress at the liquor store. Police reported that during a struggle a person was cut by a glass bottle. The scene was secured by the time paramedics arrived. A second ambulance was requested to the scene for a person feeling dizzy. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Person+Cut+By+Bottle+During+Theft+In+Progress+At+Garden+Liquors+On+Algonquin+Rd,+Arlington+Heights theft in progress, theft in progress Rolling Meadows, personal injury, Rolling Meadows Police Department, trauma alert

Update: Residential Burglary On South Highland Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 5:59 PM Wednesday of a residential burglary in the 1500 block of South Highland Avenue. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders forced open the exterior attached garage service door and removed from the home. The crime is reported to have occurred on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 between 4:30 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Update:+Residential+Burglary+On+South+Highland+Ave,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, South, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Burglars Hit Another Foreclosed Home On East Fremont St, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:10 PM Monday of a residential burglary in the 1200 block of East Fremont Street. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders forced open the basement door on a foreclosed home and removed the washer/dryer, stove and some food items. The value of the items is unknown. The crime is reported to have occurred between December 22, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. and Monday, December 24, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Burglars+Hit+Another+Foreclosed+Home+On+East+Fremont+St,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, North, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Vehicle Burglary At Two Century Centre, On East Golf Rd, Schaumburg

Schaumburg police received a report about 2:16 PM Monday of a vehicle burglary in the 1700 block of East Golf Road. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Vehicle+Burglary+At+Two+Century+Centre,+On+East+Golf+Rd,+Schaumburg vehicle burglary, burglary to vehicle, burglary to vehicle Schaumburg, Schaumburg, Schaumburg Police Department, vehicle burglary Woodfield

Vehicle Burglary On West Happfield Dr, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:05 AM Friday of a vehicle burglary in a condo/apartment parking lot in the 400 block of West Happfield Drive. The crime is reported to have occurred between Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. and Friday, December 28, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Vehicle+Burglary+On+West+Happfield+Dr,+Arlington+Heights vehicle burglary, burglary to vehicle, North, vehicle burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Criminal Damage To Vehicle On West Hackberry Dr, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 12:10 AM Christmas Day to a report of of criminal damage to vehicle 500 block of West Hackberry Drive. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders used a rock to shatter the front window ($250) of a vehicle parked on the street. The crime is reported to have occurred between December 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. and December 25, 2012 at 12:05 a.m. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Vehicle+On+West+Hackberry+Dr,+Arlington+Heights criminal damage to vehicle, North, criminal damage to vehicle Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department, Buffalo Grove

Vehicle Burglary On South Haddow Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 12:10 PM Monday of a vehicle burglary on a driveway in the 1200 block of South Haddow Avenue. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Vehicle+Burglary+On+South+Haddow+Ave,+Arlington+Heights vehicle burglary, burglary to vehicle, South, vehicle burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Chicago Bears Fire Lovie Smith

10:02 AM Monday The Bears fired Head Coach Lovie Smith on Monday after a 10-6 season, The Chicago Bears started 7-1 but ended the season 10-6 after beating the Detroit Lions. Smith took the head coach job in 2004 have ranked near the bottom at offense since then. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Chicago+Bears+Fire+Lovie+Smith Chicago Bears

Criminal Damage To A Street Sign At Bernard Dr And Cherrywood Rd, Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove police received a report about 9:30 AM Monday of criminal damage to property near Bernard Drive and Cherrywood Road. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+A+Street+Sign+At+Bernard+Dr+And+Cherrywood+Rd,+Buffalo+Grove criminal damage to property, Buffalo Grove, criminal damage to property Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department

Hit-And-Run Driver Returns To Scene And Crashes Into Police Car At Mitsuwa Marketplace On East Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police responded about 1:30 PM Sunday to a report of a hit-and-run crash at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 100 East Algonquin Road. While police were en route, they were updated that the offending driver returned. Police requested paramedics respond to check on the well-being of the driver that initially left the scene. While police were investigating the crash, the original offending driver crashed into a police car. A police supervisor was called to the scene. One male driver was transported to Northwest Community Hospital. The male driver was also cited, but the specific citations are unknown. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Hit-And-Run+Driver+Returns+To+Scene+And+Crashes+Into+Police+Car+At+Mitsuwa+Marketplace+On+East+Algonquin+Rd,+Arlington+Heights hit-and-run, police-involved crash, crash, personal injury crash, crash Arlington Heights

Criminal Damage To Vehicle Reported At Walmart Parking Lot On North Rand Rd, Palatine

Palatine police received a report about 12:38 PM Saturday of criminal damage to vehicle at the Walmart parking lot, 1555 North Rand Road. Police received a report that a black Chevy Cobalt was discovered with a rear tail light shattered. No offender information. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Vehicle+Reported+At+Walmart+Parking+Lot+On+North+Rand+Rd,+Palatine criminal damage to vehicle, Palatine, Palatine Police Department, criminal damage to vehicle Palatine

Two In 20 Minutes: Dui Arrest On Rand At Schoenbeck And Minivan Crashes Off Road At Euclid And Rand

Arlington Heights police arrested a DUI driver about 2:40 AM Saturday on eastbound Rand Road at Schoenbeck Road. Police stopped a crossover vehicle with out of state plates. The driver was transported in custody to Arlington Heights Police Department. The driver's vehicle was towed to a police holding area. About 2:50 a.m. Arlington Heights police discovered a crash on eastbound Euclid Avenue, just east of Rand Road. A minivan hit a light pole, a tree, and a fence on the parkway on the south side of Euclid Avenue. The driver of the minivan was arrested, but no confirmation yet on whether the arrest was a DUI, invalid license and/or other charge. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Two+In+20+Minutes:+Dui+Arrest+On+Rand+At+Schoenbeck+And+Minivan+Crashes+Off+Road+At+Euclid+And+Rand DUI, DUI arrest, arrest, North, Arlington Heights DUI arrest, DUI arrest Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, car v

Residential Burglary On South Highland Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 5:59 PM Wednesday of an attempted residential burglary in the 1500 block of South Highland Avenue. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders accessed a house through a garage service door. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Residential+Burglary+On+South+Highland+Ave,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, South, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Criminal Damage To Vehicle On Wakefield Ln, Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove police received a report about 7:28 PM Friday criminal damage to vehicle in the 0-99 block of Wakefield Lane. Police received a report that a windshield and back window were broken out of a vehicle. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Vehicle+On+Wakefield+Ln,+Buffalo+Grove criminal damage to vehicle, North, criminal damage to vehicle Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department, Buffalo Grove

Residential Burglary On East Camelot Ct, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police responded about 7:00 PM Friday outside burglar alarm in the 1300 block of East Camelot Police responded to a report from a neighbor that a burglar alarm at the residence was heard ... Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Residential+Burglary+On+East+Camelot+Ct,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, North, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Some Minor Ice Accumulation Possible Overnight -- Especially Sidewalks And Parking Lots

SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE CHICAGO IL 609 PM CST FRI DEC 28 2012 609 PM CST FRI DEC 28 2012 /709 PM EST FRI DEC 28 2012/ PATCHY FREEZING DRIZZLE IS POSSIBLE ACROSS PORTIONS OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS AND NORTHWEST INDIANA EARLY THIS EVENING...ALONG WITH AREAS OF FOG. IF DRIVING...OR WALKING ACROSS NORTHERN ILLINOIS OR NORTHWEST INDIANA THIS EVENING...BE ALERT FOR THE POTENTIAL FOR SOME LIGHT ICE ACCUMULATION FROM FREEZING DRIZZLE AND USE APPROPRIATE CAUTION. Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Some+Minor+Ice+Accumulation+Possible+Overnight+--+Especially+Sidewalks+And+Parking+Lots icing alert, ice

Sex Offender Arrested In Children's Play Area In Restaurant Near Higgins Rd And Busse Rd In Elk Grove Township

A convicted sexual predator, who was arrested after loitering in a restaurant's children's play area in Elk Grove Township, has been charged with a class three felony of failing to update his address to police and with criminal trespassing, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart said today. Joseph O'Brien, 36, was arrested for trespassing by Cook County Sheriff's Police on Dec. 22 ... Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Sex+Offender+Arrested+In+Children's+Play+Area+In+Restaurant+Near+Higgins+Rd+And+Busse+Rd+In+Elk+Grove+Township arrest, sex offender, criminal sex offender, criminal trespass, criminal trespass Elk Grove Township

Houston-Based Star Cinema Grill Expected To Open By Summer with Digital Cinema Technology at Former Arlington Theaters

The village of Arlington Heights and property managers LNR Partners Friday announced today a deal for Houston-based Star Cinema Grill to locate in the former Arlington Theaters. The new theater is expected to employ up to 120 local residents during peak summer months. The number of theater screens will remain at six, but the number of seats will fall from 1,600 to 700 ... Read complete article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Houston-Based+Star+Cinema+Grill+Expected+To+Open+By+Summer+At+The+Former+Arlington+Theaters theater, digital projection, digital cinema, Star Cinema Grill, Arlington Heights Theater

Criminal Damage To Vehicle At Lowe's Parking Lot On West Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 7:39 PM Thursday of criminal damage to vehicle in the parking lot at Lowe's Home Improvement, 990 West Algonquin Road ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Vehicle+At+Lowe's+Parking+Lot+On+West+Algonquin+Rd,+Arlington+Heights criminal damage to vehicle, South, criminal damage to vehicle Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, Arlington Heights

Personal Injury Hit-And-Run Crash At Lake Cook Rd And Mchenry Rd, Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 10:52 AM Thursday to a hit-an-run personal injury crash at Lake Cook Road and McHenry Road. Police received a report that a black GMC Yukon hit a red Pontiac Vibe about 10:45 a.m ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Personal+Injury+Hit-And-Run+Crash+At+Lake+Cook+Rd+And+Mchenry+Rd,+Buffalo+Grove hit-and-run crash, hit-and-run personal injury crash, hit-and-run crash Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department, Buffalo Grove Fire Department

Cook County Sheriff's Police Warns Of Lottery Scam

COOK COUNTY, IL – Sheriff Thomas J. Dart is warning residents not to be fooled by scams where "winners" are told they are entitled to a large lottery cash prize without ever having purchased a ticket. Scammers are reaching their victims, who are often senior citizens, via telephone calls, faxes, emails and letters to tell them about their "jackpot." Some of these letters include phony seals and certificates. To collect, however, money needs to be sent either via Western Union or cashier's check to a foreign address to pay for additional taxes and/or handling charges ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Cook+County+Sheriff's+Police+Warns+Of+Lottery+Scam

Retail Theft Suspect Detained At Saks Fifth Avenue, Schaumburg

Schaumburg police responded about 3:19 PM Wednesday to a report of a retail theft suspect detained at at Saks Fifth Avenue, 1430 East Golf Road ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Retail+Theft+Suspect+Detained+At+Saks+Fifth+Avenue,+Schaumburg theft, retail theft, shoplifting, shoplifter, Schaumburg, Schaumburg Police Department, retail theft Schaumburg

Window Shot Out At Business On Oakton St, Elk Grove Village

Elk Grove Village police received a report about 9:22 AM Wednesday criminal damage to property at a commercial building in the 800 block of Oakton Street ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Window+Shot+Out+At+Business+On+Oakton+St,+Elk+Grove+Village criminal damage to property, criminal damage to property Elk Grove Village, Elk Grove Village

Tire Stolen From Vehicle Parked In Rear Lot On South Roselle Rd, Schaumburg

Schaumburg police received a report about 10:10 AM Wednesday of a vehicle burglary/theft of motor vehicle parts in a rear parking lot of the 500 block of South Roselle Road ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Tire+Stolen+From+Vehicle+Parked+In+Rear+Lot+On+South+Roselle+Rd,+Schaumburg vehicle burglary, burglary to vehicle, burglary to vehicle Schaumburg, Schaumburg, Schaumburg Police Department, theft of motor vehicle parts

Criminal Damage To Christmas/Holiday Decorations On South Princeton Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report of criminal damage to property in the front yard in the 1400 block of South Princeton Avenue. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders damaged a holiday train (valued at $25) and cut the wire to a Santa Wagon decoration (valued at $129) ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Christmas/Holiday+Decorations+On+South+Princeton+Ave,+Arlington+Heights criminal damage to property, South, criminal damage to property Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Northwest Community Hospital Adds Another Blue Cross/Blue Shield Plan To Help Seniors

Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) is set to expand the northwest suburban system's Blue Cross/Blue Shield (BC/BS) coverage to include "Medicare Select Plan F. " ( NCH also accepts the new BC/BS Medicare Advantage plan.). The change goes into effect on January 1, 2013 ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Northwest+Community+Hospital+Adds+Another+Blue+Cross/Blue+Shield+Plan+To+Help+Seniors health, medicine, health insurance, Northwest Community Hospital, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Blue Cross/Blue Shield

Car Fire On Piper Lane, Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 5:08 AM Tuesday to a car fire in the 800 block of Piper Lane. Police and firefighters received a report of several cars on fire ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Car+Fire+On+Piper+Lane,+Prospect+Heights car fire, car fire Prospect Heights, Prospect FPD

Update: Criminal Damage To Vehicle At Apartment Lot Near Goebbert Rd And Falcon Dr, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 2:20 PM Thursday of a vehicle burglary in progress/criminal damage to vehicle at an apartment parking lot in the 2200 block of South Goebbert Road. Police received a report that an offender was seen entering a gold 2000 Cadillac STS after pulling the door handles on several other vehicles ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Update:+Criminal+Damage+To+Vehicle+At+Apartment+Lot+Near+Goebbert+Rd+And+Falcon+Dr,+Arlington+Heights vehicle burglary, burglary to vehicle, South, vehicle burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Cash Scam With Large Bill At Cash Register At Walgreens On Golf Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 12:49 PM Monday cash register scam at Walgreens, 3 East Golf Road. Police received a report that an offender purchased a low price item with a large bill. After approximately five minutes, the offender left with a second subject ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Cash+Scam+With+Large+Bill+At+Cash+Register+At+Walgreens+On+Golf+Rd,+Arlington+Heights scam, cash scam, cash register scam, cash register scam Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, scam Arlington Heights

Two Thefts, Two Victims In 15 Minutes At Salvation Army Store On WestRand Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 4:00 PM Saturday of theft at Salvation Army, 250 W. Rand Road. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders removed a bronze colored purse from a shopping cart while the owner was in the bathroom. The purse contained a Boost mobile smart phone valued at $175, a driver's license and approximately $1,000 cash ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Two+Theft,+Two+Victims+In+15+Minutes+At+Salvation+Army+Store+On+West+Rand+Rd,+Arlington+Heights theft, purse theft, wallet theft, wallet theft Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Big Screen Tv, Handguns Reported Stolen During Home Burglary On North Lincoln Ln, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:50 p.m. Sunday of a residential burglary in the 200 block of North Lincoln Lane. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders forced open a first floor bedroom window, entered the residence and removed a 55-inch Sony TV from the living room (unknown value) and five handguns from the basement (unknown values) ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Big+Screen+Tv,+Handguns+Reported+Stolen+During+Home+Burglary+On+North+Lincoln+Ln,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, North, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Stove Stolen From Vacant, Foreclosed Home On North Hickory Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 2:05 PM Sunday of a residential burglary in the 900 block of N. Hickory Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders entered the foreclosed residence with no signs of force and removed a Whirlpool stove valued at $400 ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Stove+Stolen+From+Vacant,+Foreclosed+Home+On+North+Hickory+Ave,+Arlington+Heights burglary, burglary to residence, residential burglary, North, residential burglary Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Police And Paramedics Respond To Report Of Heroin Overdose Near Sunset Meadows Park, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 11:19 PM Monday to a report of a drug overdose victim near Sunset Meadows Park. Police and firefighter/paramedics received a report that a male victim, age 19, overdosed on heroin in a parked blue Honda. Police and firefighter/paramedics had trouble locating the vehicle, but were then updated that the victim was in a car parked behind the apartments on South Dwyer Avenue, just east of Sunset Meadows Park ... Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Police+And+Paramedics+Responded+To+Report+Of+Heroin+Overdose+Near+Sunset+Meadows+Park,+Arlington+Heights heroin, heroin overdose, heroin overdose Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, drug overdose, drug overdose Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Fire Department

Woman Hit By Vehicle Near Buffalo Wild Wings On Euclid Ave, Mount Prospect

Mount Prospect police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 4:42 PM Sunday to a vehicle vs pedestrian incident at 301 East Euclid Avenue. 56-year-old female pedestrian victim hit by a vehicle in a parking lot near Buffalo Wild Wings, 301 East Euclid Avenue. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Woman+Hit+By+Vehicle+Near+Buffalo+Wild+Wings+On+Euclid+Ave,+Mount+Prospect vehicle vs pedestrian incident, vehicle vs pedestrian incident Mount Prospect, Mount Prospect Police Department, Mount Prospect Fire Department

Theft Of Bicycle Seat From Metra Station Bike Rack At Downtown Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 6:05 PM Tuesday of a theft of a bicycle theft from a Metra train station bike rack, 45 W. Northwest Highway. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders removed a black bike seat from a red Raleigh Venture 30 bicycle secured to the bike rack. There was no damage done to the bicycle. The crime is reported to have occurred on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 between 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Theft+Of+Bicycle+Seat+From+Metra+Station+Bike+Rack+At+Downtown+Arlington+Heights theft, theft of bike seat, theft Ar

Theft From Locker At Xsport Fitness On West Dundee Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 1:35 PM Tuesday of a theft from a locker at Xsport Fitness, 960 W Dundee Road. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders entered the UNLOCKED locker and removed a Hi-Sierra gym bag (valued at $35) containing a brown Diesel watch (valued at $150), vehicle/residence keys and some personal paperwork. The crime is reported to have occurred on Tuesday December 18, 2012 between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Theft+From+Locker+At+Xsport+Fitness+On+West+Dundee+Rd,+Arlington+Heights theft, locker theft, locker the

Tires Dumped At Dakota's On North Wilke Road, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:00 AM Monday of illegal dumping or theft of disposal services at Dakota's, 3450 North Old Arlington Heights Road. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders left 79 used tires on the west side of the building. It will cost the business approximately $3.00 per tire for disposal. The crime is reported to have occurred between Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. and Monday, December 17, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Tires+Dumped+At+Dakota's+On+North+Wilke+Road,+Arlington+Heights theft, illegal

Retail Theft Suspect Takes Off From Loss Prevention Personnel at Kohl's, Schaumburg

Schaumburg police responded about 6:36 PM Saturday to a report of retail theft that just occurred at Kohl's, 171 North Barrington Road. Police received a report that a male/white subject in his 20's took off when loss control personnel tried to stop him. The suspect left still carrying the merchandise when he fled on foot. The suspect was wearing a purple-striped hoodie. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Retail+Thft+Suspect+Takes+Of+From+Loss+Prevention+Personnel retail theft, retail theft Schamburg, Schaumburg Police Department

Locker Break-In At Xsport Fitness On West Dundee Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 6:15 PM Saturday of a burglary to a locker and/or theft at Xsport Fitness, 960 West Dundee Road. Police received a report that a wallet and key were taken from a locker. The crime is reported to have occurred between 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Locker+Break-In+At+Xsport+Fitness+On+West+Dundee+Rd,+Arlington+Heights locker theft, theft, locker burglary, locker theft Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

"Vehicle Burglary In Progress" On East Diane Drive, Palatine

Palatine police responded about 5:22 PM Saturday to a vehicle burglary in progress in the 500 block of East Diane Drive. Police received a report that a subject was discovered searching through a vehicle in a garage. The offender was described as a male, very tall, balding, and wearing a red and yellow jacket. He was last seen running toward Jarvis. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s= "Vehicle+Burglary+In+Progress"+On+East+Diane+Drive,+Palatine vehicle burglary, burglary to vehicle, Palatine, vehicle burglary Palatine, multiple vehicle burglaries, Palatine Police Department

Road Rage Incident At Woodfield Mall Parking Lot, Schaumburg

Schaumburg police responded about 5:18 PM Saturday to a road rage incident at Woodfield Mall at pole pole E-16. Police received a report that a subject through an object at another vehicle. Woodfield Mall Security was on the scene with both parties involved in the disturbance. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Road+Rage+Incident+At+Woodfield+Mall+Parking+Lot,+Schaumburg road rage inicident, road rage incident Schaumburg, road rage incident Woodfield, Schaumburg Police Department

Road Rage Incident At Woodfield Mall Parking Lot, Schaumburg

Schaumburg police responded about 5:18 PM Saturday to a road rage incident at Woodfield Mall at pole pole E-16. Police received a report that a subject through an object at another vehicle. Woodfield Mall Security was on the scene with both parties involved in the disturbance. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Road+Rage+Incident+At+Woodfield+Mall+Parking+Lot,+Schaumburg road rage inicident, road rage incident Schaumburg, road rage incident Woodfield, Schaumburg Police Department

Vehicle Burglary In Progress At Goebbert Rd And Falcon Dr, Arlington Heights; Suspect Arrested In Mount Prospect

Arlington Heights police responded about 3:35 PM Saturday to a burglary to vehicle in progress at Goebbert Road and Falcon Drive. Police received a report that a man was attempting break in to a vehicle and then started walking north in a parking. The caller followed the offender in his vehicle. The offender walked north to Golf Road and Meier and then headed west on Golf Road. The offender was described as a male/black wearing a black hoodie with a hat and light blue jeans. The suspect then walked northbound on Meier from Golf Road. Mount Prospect police were then called for assistance. He then walked to the school parking lot of Holmes Junior High School. Mount Prospect police apprehended the suspect at Rusty Drive and Deborah Lane in Mount Prospect. The male was transported back to the scene for investigation, and then transported in custody to Arlington Heights Police Department Headquarters. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.c

Dui Car Vs Light Pole Crash At Arlington Heights Rd And Palatine Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 3:50 AM Saturday car vs light pole crash at Arlington Heights Road and Palatine Road. Police transported the driver in custody to Arlington Heights Police Department Headquarters. Police towed the driver's vehicle to a police holding area. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Dui+Car+Vs+Light+Pole+Crash+At+Arlington+Heights+Rd+And+Palatine+Rd,+Arlington+Heights DUI, DUI arrest, arrest, North, Arlington Heights DUI arrest, DUI arrest Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, car vs light pole, DUI crash, DUI crash Arlington Heights

Two Females Run Out Of Cab Without Paying On North Fernandez Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police responded about 3:39 AM Saturday to a report of a disturbance in the 1900 block of North Fernandez Avenue. Police received a report from a cab driver that he dropped off two intoxicated females. One vomited in his cab and both took off running into a backyard without paying for transportation. Some yelling was going on outside. No word on police contact with the offenders. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Two+Females+Run+Out+Of+Cab+Without+Paying+On+North+Fernandez+Ave,+Arlington+Heights theft, theft of services, theft of cab services Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Head-On Crash On Arlington Heights Rd, Just North Of Rand Road

Arlington Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 2:24 PM Saturday of a head-on crash on Arlington Heights Road just north of Rand Road. The crash involved a black Nissan Maxima and a blue Toyota Tacoma pickup truck. At least one person injured with heavy damage to both vehicles. Witnesses reported a third vehicle was involved with less damage. Lane blockage was reported, especially in the southbound lanes. Several crashes have occurred at this location recently. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Head-On+Crash+On+Arlington+Heights+Rd,+Just+North+Of+Rand+Road crash, personal injury crash, head-on crash, head-on crash Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, Arlington Heights Fire Department

Vehicular Hijacking Reported At Woodfield Shopping Mall Near Sears Store

Schaumburg police alerted area police departments of a vehicular hijacking at Woodfield Shopping Mall near Sear that occurred at about 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 20, 2012. The stolen auto was described as a 2007 silver Toyota Camry (G 650 951). The offender was described as a male/white about 45-year-old with beard and glasses, wearing a blue shirt and tan pants. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Vehicular+Hijacking+Reported+At+Woodfield+Shopping+Mall+Near+Sears+Store vehicular hijacking, vehicular hijacking Schaumburg, vehicular hijacking Woodfield, Schaumburg Police Department

Cook County Sheriff’s And Illinois State Police To Conduct Joint Dui Checkpoint In Palatine Township

In an effort to curb dangerous or drunk driving, the Cook County Sheriff's Police and the Illinois State Police Departments will conduct a random roadside safety checkpoint near the intersection of Route 68 (Dundee Road) and Route 53 in Palatine Township tonight, according to the Office of Sheriff Thomas J. Dart. During the safety check, vehicles will be stopped randomly based on the flow of traffic. Drivers will be screened for proper licensing and registration while all vehicles will be checked for equipment and other violations. Also, any suspicious passengers will be subject to scrutiny by police. The Sheriff's Random Roadside Safety Check Program is conducted regularly across Cook County in an effort to promote safe driving. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Cook+County+Sheriff's+And+Illinois+State+Police+To+Conduct+Joint+Dui+Checkpoint+In+Palatine+Township Cook County Sheriff's Police, roadside safe

Icy Conditions: Multiple Crashes Areawide; Crash Involving Mount Prospect Police Car At Northwest Highway And Emerson

Numerous crashes are reported this Friday morning -- many related to icy conditions. Mount Prospect police reported a police-involved crash at about 8:25 a.m. Friday at Northwest Highway and Emerson Street. Police reported two other vehicles involved. Three vehicles required tow trucks. To complicate matters a freight train stalled across Kensington Road east of Wolf Road. A Mount Prospect fire engine responding to the crash was stopped on the other side of the tracks. The train is expected to be stalled for about 30 minutes. Buffalo Grove responded to a crash at Buffalo Grove High School at the Dundee Road entrance with a least one injury. Buffalo Grove police responded to a crash at Weidner and Deerfield Parkway. Buffalo Grove responded to a crash in the 1200 block of Selwyn Lane. Arlingoton Heights police responded to a crash at Stonebridge Drive and Rand Road that involved icy conditions. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtonc

Christmas Lights Cut On Two Occasions On North Chicago Ave, Chicago

Arlington Heights police received a report about 5:05 PM Monday of criminal damage to property in a yard in the 1600 block of North Chicago Avenue. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders cut a holiday light wire on two occasions. The damage is estimated at $10. The crime is reported to have occurred on Friday, November 30, 2012 between 1:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and on Monday, December 17, 2012 during the same time period. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Christmas+Lights+Cut+On+Two+Occasions+On+North+Chicago+Ave,+Chicago criminal damage to property, North, criminal damage

Criminal Damage To Christmas Decorations Worth About $400 At Condo On East Central Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about noon Sunday of criminal damage to property in a condominium complex in the1500 block of E. Central Road. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders damaged several holiday decorations valued at over $400. Three lighted presents, two eindeer and one snowman were damaged. The crime is reported to have occurred between Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. and Sunday, December 16, 2012 at noon. Kids were heard in the area at 2:00 a.m. on December 16, 2012. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Christmas+Decorations+Wo

Injury Crash At Dundee Rd Entrance To Buffalo Grove High Scool

Buffalo Grove police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 6:13 AM Friday to a crash at the Dundee Road entrance to Buffalo Grove High School, 1100 West Dundee Road. Police reported a personal injury crash involving airbag deployment. Westbound Dundee Road was temporarily blocked near the entrance to Buffalo Grove High School. At least one crash victim was transported to Northwest Community Hospital. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Injury+Crash+At+Dundee+Rd+Entrance+To+Buffalo+Grove+High+Scool personal injury crash, personal injury crash Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department, Buffalo Grove Fire Department

Rollover Crash On Weiland North Of Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 5:49 AM Friday to a rollover crash at Weiland Road and Deerfield Parkway. Police and firefighter/paramedics received a report that a rollover crash occurred near the 7-ELEVEN. One person is reported to be immediately out of the vehicle, but a second teenage victim was a little slower getting out of the vehicle. Both occupants were out of the vehicle when police arrived. A total of three people were in the vehicle, and all are out of the vehicle and walking around. Minor or no injuries reported. The SUV ended up off of the roadway; no lane blockage. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Rollover+Crash+On+Weiland+North+Of+Deerfield+Parkway,+Buffalo+Grove rollover crash, rollover crash Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department, Buffalo Grove Police Department

Fbi Arrests Metropolitan Correctional Center Escapee Jose Banks On North Bosworth

FBI agents and officers from the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force and Chicago police arrested Banks about 11:30 p.m. Thursday in the 2300 block of North Bosworth Avenue near Clybourn Avenue and Ashland Avenue in Chicago. Banks and his cellmate, Kenneth Conley, convicted bank robbers awaiting sentencing, were last seen in their jail cell about 10 p.m. Monday. About 7 a.m. Tuesday, jail employees arriving for work saw the ropes dangling from a hole in an exterior wall near the 15th floor. The cellmates used sheets tied together to lower themselves from the opening. They hailed a cab near Michigan Avenue and Congress Parkway. Kenneth Conley is still at large. Escapee descriptions … Jose Banks: male/black, age 37, 5'8" tall, 160 pounds Kenneth Conley male/white, age 38, 6'0" tall, 185 pounds The FBI urges citizens to call 312-421-6700 with any information about the convicts. Of course, if citizens don't remember the FBI number, they can call 9-1-1.

Car Vs Pole Dui Crash Near Rand Rd And Isabella, Mount Prospect

Mount Prospect police arrested a DUI 3:45 AM Friday near Rand Road and Isabella Street. Police responded to a car vs pole crash. The driver of the vehicle was charged with DUI and transported to Mount Prospect Police Department Headquarters. The driver's vehicle was towed to a police holding area. Police also received a report that a woman was "yelling in Greek" in the 300 block of North Owen Street. Police report that Comcast lines were hanging low after the crash and requested that Comcast make emergency repairs to prevent further damage to their equipment. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Car+Vs+Pole+Dui+Crash+Near+Rand+Rd+And+Isabella,+Mount+Prospect DUI, DUI arrest, Mount Prospect, Mount Prospect Police Department, Mount Prospect DUI arrest, DUI crash

A Winter Storm Warning With 0.1 Inch Of Snow At 6:30 P.m. Thursday At O'hare?

The longest streak of days without snow at Chicago's official weather station at O'Hare International Airport ended at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. The streak of 290 consecutive days without snow ended after breaking the record of 280 days that was set in 1994. The year 2012 also recorded the latest date for measurable snow -- December 20, 2012. The previous record was December 16, 2012. In Arlington Heights, as of midnight, there was no snow accumulated on pavement. Grassy areas shows a dusting of snow -- barely 0.1 inch. While high winds damaged some power lines and trees, this was a Winter Storm Warning for a storm that brought little or no snow to the northwest suburbs near Arlington Heights. The real snow fell in central Wisconsin. The comma shaped storm was half way across the area with no snow falling and temperatures well above freezing. The area still has about a 20% chance of getting 0.1 inch of snow by 6:00 a.m. There's essentially no chance there will b

A Winter Storm Warning With 0.1 Inch Of Snow At 6:30 P.m. Thursday At O'hare?

The longest streak of days without snow at Chicago's official weather station at O'Hare International Airport ended at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. The streak of 290 consecutive days without snow ended after breaking the record of 280 days that was set in 1994. The year 2012 also recorded the latest date for measurable snow -- December 20, 2012. The previous record was December 16, 2012. In Arlington Heights, as of midnight, there was no snow accumulated on pavement. Grassy areas shows a dusting of snow -- barely 0.1 inch. While high winds damaged some power lines and trees, this was a Winter Storm Warning for a storm that brought little or no snow to the northwest suburbs near Arlington Heights. The real snow fell in central Wisconsin. The comma shaped storm was half way across the area with no snow falling and temperatures well above freezing. The area still has about a 20% chance of getting 0.1 inch of snow by 6:00 a.m. There's essentially no chance there will b

Some Trees Or Large Branches Down From Winds Of Winter Storm

Storm damage report of trees down in Prospect Heights and Palatine. In Prospect Heights a tree fell on a 2001 white Honda in the 800 block of Piper Lane at the Country Pine Apartments. Palatine police responded to a road hazard for a large tree branch down in the right lane of southbound Quentin Road, just north of Palatine Road. About 7:00 p.m. winds increased to about 20 mph with gusts to 44 mph. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Some+Trees+Or+Large+Branches+Down+From+Winds+Of+Winter+Storm high wind damage, high winds

Dui Crash Involving A School Bus At Wilke Road And Grove Street, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 3:41 PM Tuesday to a crash involving a school bus and two other vehicles at Wilke Road and Grove Street A Bluebird school bus was northbound on Wilke Road in the inside lane. The driver of a 2003 Chevy Avalanche turned left in front of the school bus while attempting to go westbound on Grove Street. The bus was unable to stop and struck the side of the Chevy Avalanche. The Avalanche then struck a 2001 Plymouth Neon, which was eastbound Grove Street from Rolling Meadows waiting to turn onto Wilke Road. The bus had 41 student passengers between the ages of 5 and 12. There were only minor injuries. Police officers at the scene spoke with the driver of the Chevy Avalanche, John D.Schuster, 48-years-old, and smelled the odor consistent with alcoholic beverage coming from his breath. He was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was transported to NWCH for precautionary measures. A flask contain

Snow And Ice Life Or Death Winter Driving Tips -- Or At Least Accident Prevention Tips

The Indiana Department of Transportation knows snow. Every year Northwest Indiana gets hit by additional Lake Effect Snow from strong northwest winds after the main snow storms hit. Here is information adapted from the Indiana Department of Transportation and other sources for all drivers in Winter weather. BEFORE THE TRIP Knowledge: Before leaving home, find out about the driving conditions, and be aware of the weather forecast to help you with making driving decisions. Safe drivers know the weather, and their limits. If the weather is bad remember, Ice and Snow, Take it Slow, or just don't go. Clear: Remove any snow on your vehicle's windows, lights, brake lights and signals. Make sure you can see and be seen. As Sergeant Scott Kristiansen, of the Buffalo Grove Police Department says, "Don't be a peephole driver." Peephole drivers can't see hazards on the road because their field of vision is limited. Peephole drivers often drive up on median curbs

Vehicle Burglary On South Dryden Place, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 9:05 AM Tuesday of a vehicle burglary in a driveway in the 600 block of South Dryden Place. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders entered the UNLOCKED Buick Enclave and removed a shopping bag from the driver side rear seat. The bag contained $220 worth of new shirts and sweaters. The crime is reported to have occurred between Monday, December 17, 2012 at 3:30 p.m .and Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at 9:00am. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Vehicle+Burglary+On+South+Dryden+Place,+Arlington+Heights vehicle burglary, burglary t

Hit-And-Run Crash With Injuries At Arlington Heights Road And Happfield Dr, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 8:16 AM Thursday to a hit-and-run crash with personal injuries at Arlington Heights Road and Happfield Drive. Police received a report that the offending vehicle was a beige compact sedan -- possibly a Toyota -- that would have front end damage and possibly passenger side damage. There would possibly be light blue paint transfer. The vehicle was last seen northbound on Arlington Heights Road. The victim's vehicle as a Hyundai Accent. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Hit-And-Run+Crash+With+Injuries+At+Arlington+Heights+Road+And+Happfield+Dr,+Arlington+Heights hit-and-run crash, hit-and-run crash personal injuries, personal injury crash, personal injury crash Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department, Arlington Heights Fire Department

WINTER STORM WATCH in Effect Thursday Evening Through Late Thursday Night

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE CHICAGO IL 1041 AM CST WED DEC 19 2012 LAKE IL-KANE-DUPAGE-COOK-KENDALL-GRUNDY-WILL-LAKE IN-PORTER- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WAUKEGAN...AURORA...WHEATON...CHICAGO... OSWEGO...MORRIS...JOLIET...GARY...VALPARAISO 1041 AM CST WED DEC 19 2012 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN CHICAGO HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WATCH...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT. * TIMING...RAIN WILL CHANGE TO WET SNOW FROM WEST TO EAST LATE THURSDAY AFTERNOON INTO THURSDAY EVENING...POSSIBLY HEAVY AT TIMES...LINGERING THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT. STRONG WINDS WILL DEVELOP LATER THURSDAY AFTERNOON AND CONTINUE THURSDAY NIGHT. * SNOW ACCUMULATION: CURRENT INDICATIONS ARE THAT TOTALS OF 2 TO 6 INCHES ARE LIKELY...WITH THE HIGHER AMOUNTS MORE FAVORED TO BE IN THE NORTH AND NORTHWEST SUBURBS OF CHICAGO. * WIND: WI

Winter Storm Watch And Winter Storm Warning Just To The West And North Of Northwest Cook County

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for the following nearby Illinois communities: Algonquin, Cary, Crystal Lake, Fox River Grove (west side of town), Island Lake, Lake in the Hills, Marengo, McHenry, and Richmond. Burlington, WI; Elkhorn, WI; Kenosha, WI; Lake Geneva, WI; and Racine, WI are under a WINTER STORM WARNING. Currently Arlington Heights has only a 10% chance of a 3-inch snow event between 6:00 p.m. and midnight Thursday, and a 60% chance of a one-inch snow event for the same period.

Four Hurt In School Bus vs Pickup Truck Crash on N Frontage Rd and Bayside Dr, Unincorporated Palatine

Palatine police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 4:19 PM Tuesday to a school bus crash with students on board at Bayside Drive and North Frontage Road for Route 53. Palatine police discovered a crash involving school children on board a school bus, and requested additional police backup and firefighter/paramedics to respond to the scene. Cook County Sheriff's Deputies also responded to the crash. Firefighters reported a need for extrication to pop the door to a pickup truck that crashed into the bus. The driver of the pickup truck was extricated and transported to a nearby hospital. Three other crash victims were also transported to a nearby hospital. Two are confirmed to be on board the bus. Two Palatine Fire Department ambulances were on the scene and one Long Grove FPD ambulance was on the scene. The students were reported to be about 12-14 years-old, and were from District 15's Winston Campus. Some parents picked up their children at the scene. Other student

Bicyclist Seriously Injured On Golf Rd Near Vali Produce, Arlington Heights

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Arlington Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 5:00 PM Tuesday to car vs. bicycle crash on eastbound Golf Road between the driveway to International Plaza and Goebbert Road. The crash occurred in front of Vali Produce, 400 East Golf Road. Firefighter/paramedics transported the bicyclist with life-threatening injuries to a nearby hospital. A small-to-mid size car had significant damage to the hood, windshield and roof of the car. Eastbound Golf Road is closed at Arlington Heights Road. Golf Road is expected to be closed for a prolonged period tonight during accident investigation. An Accident Investigation team was immediately called to the scene. VIDEO: Nissan Altima and bicycle-- both damaged after crash on Golf Road. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Bicyclist+Seriously+Injured+On+Golf+Rd+Near+Vali+Produce,+Arlington+Heights car vs bicyclist, car vs bicyclist Arlington Heights, trauma alert, trauma al

NWS Special Weather Statement: Heavy Snow Just Northwest Of Chicagoland, High Winds, Accumulation Likely In Chicagoland

TUE DEC 18 2012 ~12:15 PM, , , , SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE CHICAGO IL 439 AM CST TUE DEC 18 2012 LAKE IL-KANE-DUPAGE-COOK-LA SALLE-KENDALL-GRUNDY-WILL-KANKAKEE- LIVINGSTON-IROQUOIS-FORD-LAKE IN-PORTER-NEWTON-JASPER-BENTON- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WAUKEGAN...AURORA...WHEATON...CHICAGO... OTTAWA...OSWEGO...MORRIS...JOLIET...KANKAKEE...PONTIAC... WATSEKA...PAXTON...GARY...VALPARAISO...MOROCCO...RENSSELAER... FOWLER 439 AM CST TUE DEC 18 2012 /539 AM EST TUE DEC 18 2012/ ...A MAJOR WINTER STORM WILL AFFECT THE MIDWEST AND GREAT LAKES REGION WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...

Arlington Heights Police: Idot’s Christmas & New Year’s Holiday Enforcement Campaign Now Through January 1, 2013

The Arlington Heights Police Department is conducting traffic enforcement efforts through a Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant awarded to the Village by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Division of Traffic Safety. The purpose of the grant is to reduce personal injury and fatal traffic accidents through increased traffic enforcement efforts. The grant supplements current law enforcement activities relating to traffic safety over a one-year period for various different enforcement campaigns designated by IDOT. The campaigns coincide with selected holiday periods in which there is a documented increase of traffic-related crashes and injuries. The Department will commence traffic enforcement activities relating to IDOT's Christmas & New Year's Holiday Enforcement Campaign now through January 1, 2013. Enforcement activities will include numerous impaired driving saturation patrols. Officers working these patrols will attempt to identify and

Updated Info: Palatine Apartment Fire On Long Valley Drive, Unincorporated Palatine

Palatine Fire Department responded about 11:01 a.m. Monday, December 17, 2012 to a report of a fire in the area of Long Valley Drive and Rand Road in unincorporated Palatine. Numerous calls reporting the fire were received from passers-by. The fire was determined to be located at 1213 Long Valley Drive in the Long Valley Apartments complex. The first Palatine Fire Department crews arrived on the scene and reported smoke showing from a ground floor apartment in the 3-story, 6-unit apartment building. The first fire companies attacked the fire with a 1 3⁄4" hose line from the exterior to knock down the main body of fire, then forced entry into the affected unit, where they encountered a considerable amount of smoke and heat throughout the unit. At the same time, other firefighters removed a resident from a third-floor apartment, assisting her down the interior stairs. Other firefighters searched the building for additional occupants and for fire extension, laddered the building,

Two Convicted Bank Robbers Escape from Metropolitan Correctional Center, Downtown Chicago

Two convicted bank robbers, one known as "The Second-Hand Bandit" escaped from the Metropolitan Correctional Center, 71 W. Van Buren Street about 8:45 a.m. The inmates' cell was empty when it was checked. The previous check was at 5:00 a.m. An improvised rope was discovered dangling at about 15 stories up on the south side of the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC). The two, believed to be traveling together, were possibly sighted in the Tinley Park area this morning. Ken Conley perviously lived in Tinley Park and worked at Club 390 strip club in Chicago Heights. Jose Banks (aka Second Hand Bandit) is known to wear disguises (fake beard) and Ken Conley is know to point guns at people in a threatening manner. Escapee descriptions ... Jose Banks: male/black, age 37, 5’8” tall, 160 pounds Kenneth Conley male/white, age 38, 6’0” tall, 185 pounds The FBI urges citizens to call 312-421-6700 with any information about the convicts. Of course, if citizens don't

Arlington Heights Rd And Biesterfield Rd Crash Through Fence Into Backyard, Elk Grove Village

Elk Grove Village police responded about 6:54 AM Tuesday to a report of a crash into a house at the northeast corner of Arlington Heights Road and Biesterfield Road. No injuries were reported for the crash that went through a fence and hit a house from the backyard of a residence on Penrith Avenue. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Arlington+Heights+Rd+And+Biesterfield+Rd+Crash+Through+Fence+Into+Backyard,+Elk+Grove+Village crash, car vs. house, car vs. house Elk Grove Village, Elk Grove Village Police Department

Three-Car Crash At Northwest Highway And Smith St, Palatine

Palatine police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 7:52 AM Tuesday to a three-car crash at Northwest Highway and Smith. Police received a report that an elderly female was injured in the crash, but when they arrived there was no report of any injuries. Expect traffic delays for this rush hour crash. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Three-Car+Crash+At+Northwest+Highway+And+Smith+St,+Palatine personal injury crash, personal injury crash Palatine, Palatine Fire Department

Update On Vehicle Burglary Case Changed To Criminal Damage To Vehicle On Foxdale, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police responded about 12:15 AM Saturday to a report of a vehicle burglary that just occurred in the 400 block of Foxdale Lane -- Foxdale Lane and Walnut Avenue. Police received a report that two subjects were going through vehicles on Walnut Avenue. Police were updated that the subjects broke the window of a blue Honda Civic. The offenders through a grapefruit-size rock through the driver side window of the blue Honda Civic. Prior to smashing the Honda Civic window, the offenders pushed over a large planter, but did not damage the planter. The subjects were described as two male/white teens -- about 15-years-old. One subject was wearing a short sleeve light gray or colored T-shirt, and the other subject was wearing a zip hoodie with a design, and white pants. Several police units were searching the area. Police changed the case classification to criminal damage to vehicle. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com

Witness Report Woman Down, Kicked In Face At Shopping Center Near Arlington Heights Rd And Palatine Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police responded about 10:01 PM Monday to a disturbance in the parking lot in front of Jo-Ann Fabrics, 373 East Palatine Road. Police received a report that a male offender was kicking a female who was down on the ground in front of Jo-Ann Fabrics. The offender was described as a male/black 5'7" about 18 or 19-years-old, wearing all black clothing. He ran in a northeast direction toward the AT&T store. Two witnesses reported the woman was kicked in the face. The victim was described as a female/white or female/Hispanic wearing a blue jacket, blue pants, and white boots. She ran west toward Dominick's. Police found the female victim (in her 30's)about 12:37 p.m. in front of Dominick's, but she indicated she did not want any assistance and did not want to press charges. Paramedics were called to check on facial injuries that were suffered by the victim. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.

Rescued From The Third Floor At Ground Floor Apartment Unit On Long Valley Dr, Palatine

Palatine police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 11:02 AM Monday to a basement apartment fire at 1213 Long Valley Drive. Police and firefighter/paramedics received a report of flames showing from a "basement apartment" with a person awaiting rescue on a third floor balcony. Palatine fire command reported a working fire in a ground floor apartment on arrival. Firefighter/paramedics from Ambulance 83 rescued a female resident from the third floor. The fire was extinguished by about 11:16 a.m. Firefighter/paramedics checked all three floors for any additional victims, and did not report finding any victims. Firefighter/paramedics from Arlington Heights and Buffalo Grove assisted Palatine firefighters. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Rescued+From+The+Third+Floor+At+Ground+Floor+Apartment+Unit+On+Long+Valley+Dr,+Palatine apartment fire, rescue, rescue Palatine, Palatine Fire Department

Theft Of Three Apple iPhones At Target Store On Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg

Schaumburg police received a report about 4:22 PM Monday of a theft at Target, 2621 West Schaumburg Road. Police received a report that three Apple iPhones were taken over the weekend. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Theft+Of+Three+Apple+Iphones+At+Target+Store+On+Schaumburg+Rd .,+Schaumburg Theft, Schaumburg, Schaumburg Police Department

Purse Theft At Kohl's On West Dundee Rd., Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 12:15 PM Friday of a purse theft at Kohl's, 800 West Dundee Road. Police received a report that a female victim left a camel-colored purse in a shopping basket unattended for a short time. The camel-colored purse with a camel-colored wallet was reported stolen. A lime green jacket In the shopping cart was not taken. The offender took a drivers license, keys, and credit cards that were in the wallet. The total value of the theft is estimated to be less than $500. The crime occurred about 12:15 PM on Friday, December 14, 2012. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Purse+Theft+At+Kohl's+On+West+Dundee+Rd .,+Arlington+Heights purse theft, purse theft Arlington Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Theft: An Unauthorized Exchange In The Backyard On Vail Ave, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:05 AM Saturday of a yard theft in the 600 block of South Vail Avenue. Police received a report that an unknown offender or offenders made an unauthorized exchange in the backyard of a residence. The unknown offender or offenders took a 10" multi-colored Chinese egg and left behind a nutcracker figure and a Santa basket. The crime is reported to have occurred between December 14, 2012 at 10 AM and December 15, 2012 at 8 AM. No value estimate available. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Theft:+An+Unauthorized+Exchange+In+The+Backyard+On+Vail+Ave,+Arlington+Heights theft, yard theft, yard theft Arlington Heights, theft Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights Police Department

Teen Steals Vodka From Red Rooster On Wilke Rd., Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 9:00 PM Friday of retail theft at the Red Rooster, 827 North Wilke Rd. Police received a report that two male/white teens, between 16 and 18 years-old came in to the Red Rooster store to buy soft drinks. After both teens left the store, one of the teens ran back in the store and grabbed two bottles of vodka. The teens were described as about 5'8" to 5'9". One was wearing a red hooded sweatshirt, jeans, and a black-and-white hat. The other teen was wearing a plain gray sweatshirt. The teen with the red hooted sweatshirt is reported to be the teen that took the vodka. Taken was Skol vodka, 750 ml. value $8.99 and 1.75 Liter Skol $14.99. The crime is reported to have occurred about 9 PM, Friday, December 14, 2012. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Teen+Steals+Vodka+From+Red+Rooster+On+Wilke+Rd .,+Arlington+Heights retail theft, retail theft Arlingto

Natvity Scene And Free Speech Celebrated At North School Park, Arlington Heights

A group of Christians and supporters of a Nativity Scene in a public park celebrated the opening of the Nativity Scene, as a symbol of the Gospel of the New Testament on Saturday, December 15, 2012 about 1:00 p.m. Atheist Rob Sherman also celebrated the proper negotiations with the government for agreement about the display, the proper recognition of the First Amendment , and the example set here in Arlington Heights that Christians and atheists can be friends despite "theological differences." He complimented the display with its proper notice by the Arlington Heights Park District and the separation of the religious display from the secular displays at the park. Rev. Bill Zavaski, pastor of Saint James Catholic Church in Arlington Heights blessed the celebration of Jesus Christ represented by the Nativity Scene located on the northwest corner of North School Park. Rev. Bill Zavaski also prayed for those suffering from the Newtown CT mass shooting, and led the Lord

Starts As Noise Complaint, Then Gun Threat: One Woman Tasered At Apartment On West Miner St, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:08 PM Friday of a noise complaint at 215 West Miner Street. Police received a report of loud music on the third floor of a senior residential building. After the noise complaint, police returned because a personal alarm was activated in a residential unit. Apparently the resident in the unit was yelling at 9-1-1 dispatchers and refused to open the door for police. Firefighters were called for force entry. About 9:34 p.m. police reported that a taser was deployed for an uncooperative resident who claim she had a gun. An ET and a supervisor were called to the scene. Police went with firefighter/paramedics, who transported a female in her 40's to Northwest Community Hospital. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Starts+As+Noise+Complaint,+Then+Gun+Threat:+One+Woman+Tasered+At+Apartment+On+West+Miner+St,+Arlington+Heights taser deployed, taser, Arlington Heights Pol

Starts As Noise Complaint, Then Gun Threat: One Woman Tasered At Apartment On West Miner St, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police received a report about 8:08 PM Friday of a noise complaint at 215 West Miner Street. Police received a report of loud music on the third floor of a senior residential building. After the noise complaint, police returned because a personal alarm was activated in a residential unit. Apparently the resident in the unit was yelling at 9-1-1 dispatchers and refused to open the door for police. Firefighters were called for force entry. About 9:34 p.m. police reported that a taser was deployed for an uncooperative resident who claim she had a gun. An ET and a supervisor were called to the scene. Police went with firefighter/paramedics, who transported a female in her 40's to Northwest Community Hospital. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Starts+As+Noise+Complaint,+Then+Gun+Threat:+One+Woman+Tasered+At+Apartment+On+West+Miner+St,+Arlington+Heights taser deployed, taser, Arlington Heights Pol

Marijuana Arrest On Dundee Quarter, Palatine

Palatine police arrested at least two female subjects about 7:24 PM Sunday 12 Dundee Quarter. A toddler was out with three people that were smoking marijuana. Police transported at least two adult females in custody to Palatine Police Department Headquarters. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Marijuana+Arrest+On+Dundee+Quarter,+Palatine Cannabis arrest, marijuana arrest, Palatine Police Department, Cannabis arrest Palatine, marijuana arrest Palatine

Criminal Damage To Christmas Decorations On Del Mar Dr, Palatine

Palatine police received a report about 7:50 AM Sunday of criminal damage to property in the 1200 block of North Del Mar Drive. Police received a report that Christmas decorations were criminally damaged overnight. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Criminal+Damage+To+Christmas+Decorations+On+Del+Mar+Dr,+Palatine criminal damage to property, Palatine, criminal damage to property Palatine, Palatine Police Department, criminal damage to Christmas decorations, criminal damage to holiday decorations

Sexual Assault Reported At Hotel Near Busse Rd And Oakton St, Elk Grove Village

Elk Grove Village police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 6:38 AM Sunday to a report of a sexual assault at La Quinta Inn Chciago O'Hare AIrport, 1900 Oakton. Police received a report that a sexual assault occurred about 6:35 a.m. Sunday morning. The offender is described as a male/white about 30-years-old, 5'6" medium build with dark hair, wearing a plaid shirt and dark pants. Police are searching the area and looking for the suspect. He is possibly walking away from the scene in the area. Any citizens that see a person matching the description in the area are urged to call 9-1-1. The estimated time for the suspect to walk to the intersection of Golf Road and Route 83 would be about 51 minutes -- occurring at about 7:29 a.m. The estimated time for the suspect to walk to the intersection of Thorndale Avenue and Route 83/Busse Rd would be about 57 minutes -- occurring at about 7:35 a.m. The estimated time for the suspect to walk to the intersection of

Downed Power Line Burning And Arcing Causes Closure Of North Kennnicott Near Burning Tree Ln, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 9:30 AM Saturday a downed power line in the 2800 block of North Kennicott Avenue.  Firefighters reported arcing and burning grass and requested Com Ed respond to the scene. A downed power line occurred where power lines are placed between houses on the west side of Kennicott Avenue. The arcing was generated just a few feet from the front sidewalk. Kennicott Avenue was blocked until Com Ed repaired the line. Com Ed arrived about 9:49 a.m. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Downed+Power+Line+Burning+And+Arcing+Causes+Closure+Of+North+Kennnicott+Near+Burning+Tree+Ln,+Arlington+Heights

Female Juvenile Retail Theft Suspect Arrested At Kohl's On Dundee Rd, Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights police responded about 5:28 PM Saturday to a report of a retail theft suspect detained at Kohl's, 800 West Dundee Road. Police arrested a female juvenile and transported her in custody to Arlington Heights Police Department Headquarters. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Female+Juvenile+Retail+Theft+Suspect+Arrested+At+Kohl's+On+Dundee+Rd,+Arlington+Heights theft, retail theft, shoplifting, shoplifter, North , arrest, uncooperative, traffic stop, retail theft fled, retail theft Arlington Heights

Cougar Sighting Reported To Palatine Police On Walnut St Near Quentin Rd And Palatine Rd

Palatine police responded about 5:14 PM Saturday to a report of a cougar sighting in the 0-99 block of South Walnut Street. Police received a report that a cougar was sighted heading eastbound through the neighborhood. Resident wanted the area checked. Police are checking, but no confirmation. Search The Cardinal -- Arlingtoncardinal.com cougar articles ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=cougar Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Cougar+Sighting+Reported+To+Palatine+Police+On+Walnut+St+Near+Quentin+Rd+And+Palatine+Rd cougar sighting, Palatine Police Department, cougar sighting Palatine

Dui Arrest Near Buffalo Grove Rd And Dundee Rd, Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove police arrested a DUI driver about 2:00 AM Saturday on Buffalo Grove Road, just north of Lake Cook Road. Police spotted a possible DUI driver near Dundee Road and Golfview Terrace and were on a traffic stop near Zimmerman Hardware. The male driver was transported in custody to Buffalo Grove Police Department Headquarters. The driver's vehicle was towed to a police holding area. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Dui+Arrest+Near+Buffalo+Grove+Rd+And+Dundee+Rd,+Buffalo+Grove DUI, DUI arrest, arrest, Buffalo Grove, Buffalo Grove Police Department, Buffalo Grove DUI arrest , DUI arrest Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove Police Respond To Report Of Underage Drinking Party On Shady Grove

Buffalo Grove police responded about 1:07 AM Saturday to a report of underage drinking in the 800 block of Shady Grove. Police received a report that underage drinking was occurring at a party. Police reported most people were 21-years-old or over. However, at least one female in custody (charge unknown) to Buffalo Grove Police Department Headquarters. Read this article on Arlingtoncardinal.com ... http://www.arlingtoncardinal.com/?s=Buffalo+Grove+Police+Respond+To+Report+Of+Underage+Drinking+Party+On+Shady+Grove underage drinking, investigation, Buffalo Grove Police Department